The Murano midsize crossover SUV gets noticed on a number of fronts. It has very comfortable seats. The steering is impressively responsive. The interior controls are easy to see and use. Sight lines are uncompromised. And, the cargo zone (64.5 cubic feet with rear seat folded flat) includes an under floor stow bin. But the attraction points increase for the 2011 model year via a number of cosmetic refinements, including a re-styling of the LED taillights, a new 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design, and a revised grille. Murano adds a new trim level (SV) to the 2011 line-up, an exterior color (Graphite Blue), and new center stack colors in the interior.

A 3.5-liter V6 producing 260 horsepower at 6000 rpm and 240 lb-ft of torque at 4400 rpm of torque remains the power source for 111.2-inch wheelbase vehicle. Murano is offered in front wheel drive or all wheel drive. The four-wheel independent suspension uses a cradle-type design in the front sub-frame and a multi-link design in the rear. Murano provides Vehicle Dynamic Control and a Traction Control System. Navigation is the lone option package and is available on SL and LE trims. Estimated mpg for Murano AWD with continuously variable transmission is 18 city/23 highway. The MSRP of Murano SL with all wheel drive is $37,060.