QUALITY | 8 out of 10
Expert Quotes:
There are even rear-facing air vents mounted in the B-pillars. It's thoughtful touches like these that set this Nissan apart from the crossover status quo.
Edmunds
wide seat backs could use more side bolstering, as the available leather seats can be slippery in turns
Consumer Guide
The second row is designed much like a sofa with the ability to slightly recline.
Vehix.com
plenty of soft-touch materials on display along with pleasing aluminum accents, as well as a boatload of available luxury features
Car and Driver
The padding and covers on the seat frames are as pleasing to the hand as they are to the tush
MyRide.com
Due to the roofline, the cargo area is a bit small with the second row up in place, and the cargo floor is higher than you might guess from the outside; but the back seat does fold forward easily—it's even power-operated on top models—for a nearly flat cargo floor. A power liftgate is also an option.
The Murano's cabin is very nicely appointed—on par with the Maxima sedan and feeling, in most respects, like a true luxury-brand vehicle. There's a high-quality feel in most of the materials and switchgear. Road noise is also well controlled for this type of vehicle, although the engine noise with the CVT can take some getting used to.
Conclusion
The 2011 Nissan Murano isn't especially roomy, but with beautiful design details and impressive refinement, it can feel like a true luxury vehicle.
