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2009 Nissan Murano Review

May 15, 2008

STYLING | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

The overall effect is not pretty
Automobile

Warm and modern
AutoWeek

eye-pleasing
Autoblog

The 2009 Nissan Murano wears all-new sheetmetal, but it shares the same general shape of the first version that went on sale in 2003. Reviewers generally liked the style of the new Murano, but some of its details were more controversial.

MyRide dissected the Murano’s styling and compared it to the 2007 version (Nissan skipped the 2008 model year as it prepared the new version). MyRide notes the headlights form a horizontal line with the grille now, while the fenders have "a strong-shouldered appearance.” They also note the climbing line down the side of the Murano, and its “clean new tail design,” with standard LED taillamps.

Automobile lobbed catcalls at the Murano’s “crooked chrome teeth,” its “bulbous bumpers,” and “the ridiculously oversize badging.” But the majority of opinions thought the Murano’s new shape was an improvement on the original. AutoWeek liked the “cleaner look,” while Cars.com thought “the Murano's nose looks like a cross between the previous generation and the smaller Rogue crossover,” and countered that the “rear end isn’t as bulbous.”

AutoWeek approved of the 2009 Nissan Murano’s interior, calling it “warm and modern, with simple, easy-to-navigate controls, abundant storage and good build quality.” MyRide says the new interior is “along the lines of what buyers might expect behind an Infiniti badge,” and notes the integration of the gauges and the more upscale materials. Autoblog says, “Softer plastics are found everywhere one might reasonably be expected to put a hand.” They also complimented the Murano’s dash, saying, “the new orange-lighted instrument cluster is a welcome improvement, as is the more ergonomic and eye-pleasing center stack.”

TheCarConnection.com’s editors think the Murano’s new shape breathes fresh air into the general theme. The oddly stacked front end isn’t as smooth and suave as before, but it’s not without appeal. The style gets more sophisticated at the rear end and especially in the cabin, where Nissan clearly has spent time and money improving the Murano’s biggest weakness.

Conclusion

You’ll recognize the 2009 Nissan Murano’s improved styling inside and out, but you’ll have to get past its toothy grin first.

STYLING | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:The overall effect is not prettyAutomobileWarm and modernAutoWeekeye-pleasingAutoblog The 2009 Nissan Murano wears all-new sheetmetal, but it shares the same general shape of the first version that went on sale in 2003. Reviewers generally liked the style of the new Murano, but some of its details were more controversial. MyRide dissected the Murano’s styling and compared it to the 2007 version (Nissan skipped the 2008 model year as it prepared the new version). MyRide notes the headlights form a horizontal line with the grille now, while the fenders have "a strong-shouldered appearance.” They also note the climbing line down the side of the Murano, and its “clean new tail design,” with standard LED taillamps. Automobile lobbed catcalls at the Murano’s “crooked chrome teeth,” its “bulbous bumpers,” and “the ridiculously oversize badging.” But the majority of opinions thought the Murano’s new shape was an improvement on the original. AutoWeek liked the “cleaner look,” while Cars.com thought “the Murano's nose looks like a cross between the previous generation and the smaller Rogue crossover,” and countered that the “rear end isn’t as bulbous.” AutoWeek approved of the 2009 Nissan Murano’s interior, calling it “warm and modern, with simple, easy-to-navigate controls, abundant storage and good build quality.” MyRide says the new interior is “along the lines of what buyers might expect behind an Infiniti badge,” and notes the integration of the gauges and the more upscale materials. Autoblog says, “Softer plastics are found everywhere one might reasonably be expected to put a hand.” They also complimented the Murano’s dash, saying, “the new orange-lighted instrument cluster is a welcome improvement, as is the more ergonomic and eye-pleasing center stack.” TheCarConnection.com’s editors think the Murano’s new shape breathes fresh air into the general theme. The oddly stacked front end isn’t as smooth and suave as before, but it’s not without appeal. The style gets more sophisticated at the rear end and especially in the cabin, where Nissan clearly has spent time and money improving the Murano’s biggest weakness. ConclusionYou’ll recognize the 2009 Nissan Murano’s improved styling inside and out, but you’ll have to get past its toothy grin first. 2009 NISSAN MURANO STYLING  | 8 out of 10 Automobile: “The overall effect is not pretty” AutoWeek: “Warm and modern” Autoblog: “eye-pleasing” The 2009 Nissan Murano wears all-new sheetmetal, but it shares the same general shape of the first version that went on sale ...

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Other Choices:

Ford’s Edge is similar in size to the Murano and, like it, comes only with two rows of seating. The same’s true of the Lexus RX 350 and Mazda CX-7, but those crossovers offer distinctly different driving experiences. The Lexus is geared to smooth driving and the industry-leading service provided by its dealers, while Mazda’s CX-7 is a sporty alternative to typical crossovers with tauter handling and a turbocharged four-cylinder engine.

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Comments (7 total)

  1. By  ceykelly bone #1, Posted: 8/2/2008

    kelly

    pls kindly give me the last price of the 2009 NISSAN MURANO JEEP.
    THANK FROM
    KELLY

  2. By Papa-T #2, Posted: 10/1/2008

    PRICE OF MURANO

    Please, I will like you to give me the current price of the vehicle, MURANO, from 2006/2008/2009

  3. By Ron #3, Posted: 12/24/2008

    Noise levels

    Hi,
    we are looking to buy a new crossover. I'm deaf in the right side and wear a hearing aid in the left. Communication while driving is difficult in our 2001 Rav4 because of road noise. where would i find decibel ratings for crossovers??
    Thx,
    Ron

  4. By Alan #5, Posted: 4/10/2009

    The amazing 2009 Murano

    This is my first Nissan (I just sold my Lexus RX300), and I must say that I vastly prefer the Murano. The Murano is quieter, faster, better handling, and cheaper. This car accelerates quickly and smoothly...gets 25mpg on the highway (not yet fully broken in, no less), and looks like a million bucks. In a few years, I'll not doubt trade in for another one. I love it !!

  5. By Edna #6, Posted: 4/26/2009

    Ms

    Would like fuel economy of both Mazda Cx7 and Nissan Murano in litres please?

  6. By ASEDA AZUNGAH #7, Posted: 5/14/2009

    programming assisstant

    thanks to nissan company Lmt. what is the current or expected price of the latest nissan murano 4*4

  7. By Mr Bruno #8, Posted: 10/16/2009

    Good day! I will like you to give me the current price of MURANO Jeep, from 2006/2008/2009 and their pictures if possible.
    Thanks.

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