The second generation of the Nissan Murano crossover SUV goes on sale in Japan this week and the fact that it looks rather like the first generation is said to be because the designers wanted to carry over a strong sense of "Murano-ness" from the previous design as part of a "super evolution".Like the previous generation, the new Murano has a dynamic body design that is highlighted by elegant flowing surfaces and curves. The silhouette stretches like one seamless motion from the aggressive front bumper to the rear bumper. In front, quad-cylinder style High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-functional headlights are integrated with the wide front signature Murano grille. 3D concave surface body sides provide a beautiful contrast with the sculpted fenders, while the unique window silhouette - with the rear edge heading upward - provides another example of the new generation design's "Murano-ness."
Like the original, the heart of the new Murano is its advanced powetrain and chassis combination which is anchored by Nissan's proven QR25DE 4-cylinder and VQ35DE V6 engines paired with Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) and rigid D-platform. The QR25DE engine achieves improved output and fuel-efficiency through reduced friction. Torque and output are also enhanced throughout a wide speed range by enlarging the radius of intake and exhaust ports and an increased compression ratio.
The Xtronic CVT includes a new Adaptive Shift Control which controls the shift timing according to the driver's personal driving style and the driving environment in order to optimize both performance and fuel economy. With the advanced ALL MODE 4×4-i all-wheel drive system, superior grip is provided on slippery roads by monitoring wheel spin and adjusting front/rear torque split accordingly.
2009 Nissan MURANO
Cool car.
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