This 2011 Nissan Murano review explains changes for the model year, provides a summary of the Nissan Murano, and includes safety, reliability, and fuel economy information for the Murano.For 2011, the Murano receives a new front and rear fascia, LED taillights, new headlights and standard 18-inch wheels.
The two-row Murano excels in two areas: performance and price. While the base model Venza and FJ Cruiser beat the Murano on prices, they lag in terms of driving feel and performance. The 2011 Nissan Murano is available in four trim levels: S, SV, SL, and LE.
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The 2011 Murano SV jumps to $32,590 and adds a dual-panel moon roof, black roof rails, automatic headlights, fog lights, power front seats, a 7-inch color display, rearview camera, eight-way power driver seat, hands-free phone system, satellite radio, iPod integration, a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls and Bluetooth.
The SL trim starts at $36,130 and receives a power lift gate, automatic wipers, heated outside mirrors, leather upholstery, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, driver seat memory, and a nine-speaker digital Bose audio system with digital music storage.
The 2011 Nissan Murano features a single powertrain: a 3.5-liter V6 that generates 260 horsepower and 240 pound-feet of torque. The Murano’s engine constantly impresses with its pep and drive. Fuel economy in the Murano is average for its class. The EPA expects the Murano to return 18 mpg in the city and 23 mpg on the highway.
Every Murano includes 50 standard safety features, including stability control, traction control, antilock brakes, brake assist and electronic brake force distribution that helps you stay firmly planted on the road. The Murano’s reliability ratings improved in 2009 and 2010 following the major redesign. In both years, Consumer Reports rates the Murano better than average. J.D. Power and Associates agrees, ranking the Nissan Murano better than average in their assessment as well.
The Nissan Murano is covered by Nissan’s standard five-year/60,000-mile powertrain warranty that goes along with a three-year/36,000-mile basic warranty.There is much to like about the 2011 Murano. A few more words about that blizzard and driving the Murano in wet and constantly changing conditions. During that drive, road conditions changed every few minutes. The AWD of our 2011 Murano SV AWD tester never slipped even on very wet roads. The 2011 Nissan Murano is a vehicle we will recommend to friends who plan to spend around $35,000 for a small but well-appointed crossover. The Murano is probably closest to the Ford Edge in terms of performance and amenities. Both vehicles are solid choices for five-passenger crossover SUVs. If you like the style, we’re confident you’ll like the performance and ride of the 2011 Murano as well. The 2011 Nissan Murano offers a stout engine/transmission combo and an abundance of room for passengers and cargo alike.