Bought a 2018 MURANO SL back in Feb and We Love it,BOSE Audio,Pearl White w Black Leather Interior and I LOVE The Manual Shift Mode,Heated Seats and Steering Wheel,Never thought I would buy an SUV But the MURANO is an EXCELLENT Vehicle
Nice objective review. I purchased a 2019 blue Murano Platinum trim. Did lots of research. Was set on the Murano since it was the best bang for the buck. Bought on clearance for a 20% discount which sweetened the deal. Since they are in less demand, you can really bargain. Added a 6 year 100,000 mile comprehensive warranty so I’m worry free. There’s no such thing as a cheap repair so I felt it was money well spent given the discount I got. I have owned two Nissan Sentras and a Nissan Altima and they were all good reliable cars. Absolutely love the Murano. Just a unique and stylish design. I think the wheels are the best looking out of any SUV. Seats and ride are very comfortable. You don’t buy the Murano for towing or off-roading. Is designed for street. Lower ground clearance than its competitors makes entry and exit easy, but you still enjoy the feel and safety of a bigger vehicle with sitting high but still great road manners. Quiet cabin. My wife is super picky and she loves this vehicle. Infiniti like experience for almost half the price. Plus there are not a lot of them out there so you stand out. Very happy so far .
We own a 2017 Murano Platinum and absolutely love it. We wanted AWD but they didn’t have any on the lot. Quick note: The Platinum trim gives you that power telescoping steering wheel, rear heated seat and some other options.
This guy does an excellent job in my opinion going over the vehicle and its options. he does not do it any justice comparing the feel of the wheel to a sante fe. I have driven every trim on the sante fe model/ new body design trims/ old sport models, and I cannot compare the two. The murano has a luxury vehicle feel to me.
Murano's grill shutters are better than having drive modes because you cant drive in eco& sport at the same time, but with AGS you get better fuel economy and better acceleration all at thw same time without having to select anything. Murano may nr be as thrilling to drive as it is to look at, but 0-60 of 7. 3 ties the santa fe with more hp(290hp) thanks to AGS and CVT. - both improvenacceleration!
I have 2011 Nissan Murano SL. Nice and reliable vehicle. for 7 years I had to change only oil, brake pads and front brake rotors. I like it more than the new face. Unfortunately, Nissan still uses this VQ35DE - (Engine developed by Datsun more than 20 years ago). I want to see turbo engine under the hood. Car manufacturers are moving towards the turbo engines now. I live in a City which is 3500ft above sea level and Engine loses 14% of the power output. Instead, to have 260hp I have actually 224hp available. with the turbocharged engine, this issue is eliminated. Overall Good job Nissan.
Just traded in a 2015 Murano SL for a Lexus NX 300. We wanted to get a smaller crossover and move into the so-called luxury category. We are long time Nissan buyers. The Murano was great for what it is. The seats were very comfortable. The camera exceptional. One downside was the infotainment was very slow in my opinion, it was almost like tubes and fuses had to warm up. I long ago made my peace with the CVT, but I have to say I was happy to get back to a real transmission in the Lexus (and my Mustang). I think we're just going to have to learn to live with this in the future. We had no quality issues or no warranty work in 3 years; we consistently only put 6000 miles a years on our cars. Whoever got our car got a great nearly perfect car all the way around- only one door dent on the front passenger door from a fat slob getting out of his Dodge truck.
Murano feels Iike a luxury car. You really forget you’re driving a Nissan. It’s a sleeper. I couldn’t believe how comfortable the seats and drive were. Really nice. Bit hard to park and see out the back.
I haven't driven a Murano since the last generation - the one that looked like it was designed to transport beach balls or balloons. This one is much, much better looking. And that Nissan engine has been around long enough to be bulletproof. In fact, a thousand years from now archaeologists may find examples of that engine still running. However, as a card carrying member of the anti-CVT brigade (though not a fanatic) it's close to a deal breaker for me. Adding fake shift points only adds insult to injury. (At least they don't make it worse with paddle shifters.) I really like the size of these vehicles. Earlier this year we looked seriously at the Ford Edge Sport (now the ST). We're a family of four (two adults, a teenage daughter, and a big dog) and could have gotten along with a two row CUV. And most 3 row CUV's are simply mammoth (Looking at you, CX-9 and VW Atlas.) But the KIA Sorento we ended up buying with three usable rows is virtually the same size as the Edge and the Murano with more overall cargo space (even has more cargo space than the Murano behind the second row). It's not suitable for five or more passengers and their gear for long trips but it's very convenient for chauffeuring a gaggle of teenage girls or another family on a local trip that would otherwise require a second vehicle. Ninety percent plus of the time the third row is stowed but for those instances where it's needed, it's a lifesaver. The fact that we don't have to deal with a vehicle the size of the short school bus is gravy.
I think I remember sitting in the back seat of a murano at an auto show and feeling like the back seats sat lower to the floor than I was comfortable with.
1:40 hey Alex, Lexus should remind you about Murano, not the other way around, Nissan first introduced this type of design on the market with this Murano back in 2014. See the same design pattern now in GMC Terrain and others.
The one disappointing thing about the Murano is the 1,500 pounds towing limit. Even the RAV4 can tow more! The more comparable Ford Edge is rated for 3,000 pounds with the 2.3L Ecoboost, yet the V-6 Murano is rated for only half that. Otherwise, the Murano actually can be had for good discounts and is a great value for the actual selling price. (I still hesitate because of the history of the Nissan CVT, however.)
Alex I had a Lexus fan since 2004 I leased my first Lexus RX and then I continue to lease one every 4 years because the drive and smoothest. However after the lastest refresh I refuse to lease another RX or Lexus until they would add Apple CarPlay and change that worthless joystick GPS. My friend told to look at the new Murano and I love it. I love the Murano over i infinity QX60 because the two screens and no CarPlay. I leased a 2018 Murano SL. I love it.
I fell in love with the Passport and almost bought the Elite model. The only downside was the car was a little high and was difficult for my wife to get into. I ended up with a 2020 RDX Advance and really happy with it. The Murano is just too soft and the rear visibility is very compromised.
Nice review Alex! We leased a 2015 Murano platinum and and loved it! It was perfect for rear facing childseats! Glad they got CarPlay and android auto as well as the safety features. We moved to a Pacifica with an additional kid, but miss our Murano.
I used to own a Murano years ago and liked it (well not the CVT) and I've driven the Sante Fe and even with the V-6 the overall performance is about the same so that is not much of a selling factor. I think I'm going to wait for the the Palisade to come out before I buy.
I mean it acts pretty shitty doesn't it? If you can make a CVT behave less like a CVT & more like a traditional automatic transmission, yet maintaining the extra fuel efficiency sounds like a good thing to me.
NOFATCHICK1 you are slowly destroying the CVT by imitating gears with it. It applies pressure and release and reapplies. This is extremely bad for the CVT.
@@NOFATCHICK1 yeah ive test driven some newer models and a shifting cvt felt weird. I dont mind the noise if thats what it should do as long as it gives me what cvt does. Better acceleration and fuel economy
I wanted a CVT because they're supposed to have no shift shock. Hell, Nissan advertised that as a benefit in the late 2000s. But because a vocal minority complained of how they felt, every company using a CVT seems to be adding "fake" shifts.
Alex - quick request - you start adding Driving Assist testing to the test drive. They will only become more pervasive AND selling features of modern cars.
Joseph G good pt about IIHS, but that is from a safety perspective (I’m suggesting from a driver aid feature perspective) and the number of cars they test are less than AoA so the population of cars with comprehensive safety suit information out there is very small. I wasn’t aware of NCAP though so I’ll check that out. Thanks!
Imitation shift is a joke. I like any cvt because they are smooth and you got no gear shift. Most journalist hate the cvt and still prefer the gear shift. So here is the result!
Most journalists are young kids who are rediculously childish about what constitutes a good car to the point where it's their tastes, and not actual buyers, that drive automotive trends.
That is absolutely right. It is those reviewers who hate CVT. Just because it is a CVT. I find CVT very useful, have been driving it since 2008 on various cars. A properly tuned CVT is never worse then tradition automatic, and is much more economical
I really like the refresh. Why why why did Nissan keep that dated steering wheel. Even the Rogue got the new steering wheel 2 years ago and almost all other models have it. IMHO it really dates the interior. I have a 2007 Murano and this 2019 has the same steering wheel.
It's very strange that Alex mentioned the Santa Fe rather than the Sorento. The Sorento is also a bigger size compact cross over and has an available V6. For the same money, the Kia is far nicer than this Nissan and comes with a real transmission.
I'm getting better than the advertised MPG in my 2018 Platinum model. Up to 34 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the city. I think that's impressive for this size of a crossover. BTW, as far as cargo volume goes, the Murano is wider than the Ford Edge, and if you golf, you can get 4 golf bags in cross-wise. You cannot do that with the Ford Edge.
It's very interesting that this car actually uses the same 3.5L V6 VQ engine as the Maxima. The Maxima has 300 hp, whereas the Murano only gets 260 hp. The Maxima also has the higher torque (261 vs. 240). It seems like Nissan has detuned it in order to get better gas mileage for the Murano.
I have looked at many many videos on many different CUV’s. My one complaint with these cars, is the navigation screen on top of the dashboard. I find that way too distracting. I hope that this changes in the future. The in dash of the navigation in the Murano is more my style. I just don’t know if I can afford to get this car. I am hoping so.
Fantastic vehicle. Nice review. We are on our 4th Murano first was in 2007. Never had any issues with any model. My wife gets compliments on hers all the time. Reading some of the comments here is pretty funny. Personal opinion and brand loyalty should have nothing to do with an honest review. "My (insert Brand/ Model here) is better than that piece of crap. Again - I find this humorous..
@Phil Leidig I agree 100%. I started purchasing Nissan in 1997 after having bad experience with Buick and Ford. My lease for my 2016 Murano SL is up this year and I am looking to lease the 2019. I am staying with what has worked for me. I like the style, comfort and the cost. :)
@@JokerG16 not that much difference. It looks better with the sleek headlights and brakelights. Android auto is a little buggy but it's worth it. I'm happy with the upgrade.
Yep. Maxima then Murano. The Lexus, which we all know Toyota shamelessly copies everyone anyway, came along and blatantly stole it. 6 years later even Chevy is catching on.
Not sure why you think Edge has a straight back. It is far more slanted then Murano and one of the main reason, I have Murano and not Edge. I carry my mountain bike vertically in my SUVs. With the front tire removed, I can fit my bike behind driver with a single seat folded (still leaving space for 1-2 people in back). I tired that on Edge, and there was no way in hell I could fit the bike in it because of the aggressive slant.
Thanks Alex for your great reviews. I am one of those waiting your review on Honda Passport before I proceed and buy it. Nissan Murano is my second option. The reason is that I do trust and want a reliable V6 not a turbo 4. Keep it up Alex....
Your reviews are really good and I enjoy them, but I wish you would talk more about reliability or predicted reliability. For example in this review of the Nissan Murano you should be telling people not to buy it because the CVT's in Nissan will fail under normal or even mild use within three to five years, sometimes sooner. For some reason even after a decade Nissan seems to have made no improvements.
Besides the USB c ports are there any other interior changes? It would be nice to do a split screen comparison with the 2018 considering this is a refresh. Great videos as usual.
Great job as always Alex! Since you're in the industry and I'm sure you have heard the whispers. What is your opinion on the reliability of Nissan CVT transmissions? Toyota and Honda have seemed to work out the problems, but we keep reading about nightmares with Nissan's CVTs. Anything new on this front? Asking because I'm really interested in this car but hesitant because of previous documented problems with the CVT. Thanks!
I would want a regular CVT for its actual advantages over other trans. I don't understand why people would want a imitated feeling of CVT making it slower and less fuel efficient. I wonder if Nissan will ever make a button to turn on/off imitation?
Agreed. I once rented a Toyota Corolla and in Drive it was a CVT with no steps. In Sport it imitated shifts. It is certainly possible to add a button to turn on/off imitation shifting.
Alex is the new safety features the same as the Nissan pro-pilot system on new QX-50 or the Nissan Rogue??? I loved the system and I don’t understand why an infinity don’t have CarPlay and Nissan does. The GPS in the Murano is very easy especially with CarPlay
The Luxury QX 50 not having Carplay and the reduced resolution on their dedicated navigation screen, were real steps backward to about 2014 or so. I wonder if they just had too many old screens left over and are trying to burn them up.
While the VQ35 is a reliable motor I do wish the fuel economy was better. In addition to that, by adding fake gear shifts when driving spiritedly makes zero sense. That's the manufacturer's way of admitting that CVT sucks and now they want to mimic the shifts of an actual automatic. Why not just put in a good 7 or 8 speed Aisin unit? Those are fantastic.
In last years model there were switches in the rear cargo area to raise the rear seats without having to go around and return them manually to the upright position. What happened to those on the 2019? Why the heck would Nissan remove that very useful feature?
Nissan has had the reliability issues sorted with the CVT since about 2015-2016 , when they first came out there was plenty of issues but those have long since been sorted. And the 3.5L engines in particular had very few issues even in 2011-2012 when the problem was prevalent. So long as your not buying anything in the 2010-2015 time-frame you should have pretty much zero issues with the CVT, just understand that it's not great for towing so if you frequently do so probably best you look else-where.
@@seekertwo1 Probably fine but should consult the recommended towing capacities in the manual before you consider buying. (Not the dealership) I don't know what they are rated for off the top of my head.
Yeah, a bit pricey, but it is more premium than most of the competition. Also, have you priced cars recently? Compact crossovers are almost all in the mid $30Ks once optioned. You can easily option a Ford Edge into the $40Ks. At that price, an Acura RDX looks like a bargain.
@@alliejr ok well the car I'm leaning towards currently is the 2019 subaru forester. For 32k you can get leather, pano moonroof, full eyesight safety features, apple CarPlay, android auto, 12 way power seating, heated and cooled seats, bigger cargo area, better fuel economy, etc. The murano has a v6. That's about thr only thing it's got on the forester, and I'm not going to be taking my crossover to the track anytime soon. I'll sacrifice a little power that I don't need to save $13,000.
Completely agree. I live in a metro area that has at least 6 Nissan dealerships (maybe the competition lowers prices) and looking at most of their websites inventory lists for, say, an '18 Murano platinum has them discounted (granted, it is year end) about $10K on average.....for new.
Then spend your 70k for mercedes benz and spend more money for your change oil every service..but in murano for 45k its a lot for that money..its very comfy..quiet..great car for cruising freeway..the ride quality is spotless very smooth ride quality..the interior quality is high quality belongs to luxury suv and the zero gravity seats is amazing very comfy..and great looking suv the style its not boring and its unique exterior style..so its great for 45k..
I'm going to purchase the Passport. I've pretty much made up my mind about it. Better safety, no crappy CVT, better all around vehicles tha Hyundai and Nissan, and the NEW Edge platform is still a long ways away from production.
Wanted to like it, but oversized wheels mean crazy expensive tires and harsh ride and no off-roading (sidewalls just a couple of inches...even a rock the size of a baseball could puncture the tire). Add in MPG that is worse than the bigger Pilot? I wanted to love the Passport, thought it to be the sweet spot, but it is VERY disappointing. Solid vehicle, but poor mix of engineering and choices.
After seeing what Mazda has to offer in their crossover, every other brand looks cheap and bland. Mazda really has the best looking lineup interior and exterior.
I like the outer design however the front end seems very low to the ground. I love the Hyundai Santa Fe but I'm so torn about it's less than desirable fuel economy.
@@johnholst I'm Canadian and generally everything is 30% more expensive here and I believe the gas is more than 30%. I've done more Nissan research and well, I won't be considering it anymore. Too many consumer complaints. Thx for sharing your thoughts.
@@MsCaterific I'm Canadian too. So, I know what you mean. But I live in Korea, where the gas is even more expensive. That's why here, everyone buys the diesel model SUV's. Almost never gas. So, yes, in Canada and Korea, the price is gas is a real consideration. Thank you also for sharing.
@@johnholst What are the chancezzz that I'd cross paths here on UA-cam with a fellow Canadian living in Korea to boot! Whatchya doing all the way over there? Designing new Hyundias?? ; ) I'm over here in Alberta researching my first car. It's daunting. Soooo many things to consider and then I worry about what I don't know that I should be considering. I've boiled it down to Toyota Hybrid Rav4, Honda CR V, Hyundai Tucson, and the Santa Fe. My top priorities are reliability, fuel eco, cargo space, automatic transmission, and style. I only looked at this Nissan cuz my friend likes her Nissan and suggested it.
Alex, can you cover the Bluetooth connection quality? I suspect that at this point most of the systems are pretty good, but I've driven some cars where the Bluetooth connection was atrocious (201x Audi A4) and got constant complaints about the call quality, in addition to having a difficult time making out what people were saying...
Does new Nissan Murano still have problem with its transmission? I want to keep this vehicle for a long time but as per a lot of forums, even new Nissan SUV's has Transmission issue which costs too much to replace it. Is Nissan Murano a reliable vehicle to keep it for a long time?
Can't get over the needlessly large wheels (tires will be $$$$$) and thus harsh ride AND terrible for off-roading (thin sidewalls and off-roading beyond gravel driveway do not mix). Add in awful MPG (worse than the bigger Pilot) and that ugly instrument cluster and Passport lost me.
Blake Swan Lost you? Were you ever going to buy one. Blake Swan I see your negative comments on every review out there. I don’t think anyone is missing your business. What in the hell do you drive that is so perfect ? A bicycle? Get a life.
Comparing this car to the Lexus RX immediately makes me think...ok, but every single RX I've come across has been trouble-free for over 200k miles. Will that be true of the Murano? I doubt it. If you're going to be boring and soft, you may as well be reliable.
What is it with car design these days? Does everyone need to use the floating roof design? It's as undesirable as piping fake engine noise into the cabin.
I hate both of those as well. I am sick of the ever-shrinking cargo space to keep giving more of a slant to the rear (for so-called style). I hated the boxy SUVs of the 80s and 90s, but now I find myself pining for them. Maybe why that Kia Telluride looks so cool to me...actual useful rear cargo area and great visibility (comparatively speaking).
@@dixinuranus CVT is the transmission, responsible for taking the power from the engine and turning the wheels. The engine (4 cyl, 6 cyl, 8 cyl, diesel) is seperate. A vehicle with a CVT and no engine isn't going to run/move (unless placed on a hill and coasting). If you were kidding, then you got me. Transmission = CVT, automatic or manual. Engine = 4 cyl, 6 cyl, 8 cyl, 12 cyl, diesel (similar cyliners), rotary, rocket, jet, turbofan (the last few need to be in cars...what a blast). They got a turbine in a tank, why not a car/suv/truck? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honeywell_AGT1500
Saw this car at the LA Auto Show. It looks better in person than in pictures. The driver seat is incredibly comfortable. However, the steering wheel (8:53) is very ugly and dated. As a mid-cycle refresh, it should be upgraded. Nissan is being cheap.
Now Nissan Maxima and Murano and Hyundai Santa Fe is copying Toyota Prius angular shapes and design on the front bumper and people were talking trash that is ugly. Looks who's digging it.
i would choose this Nissan Murano for sure .... i wish i wait until this car comes out. it is amazing looking car i would say it is the best car in its segment including any Japanese american or German cars... so handsome and futuristic. thank you for the review
We have a 2007 with 240k still going strong. The Murano is a great vehicle.
Kim Denny no issues???
No issues yet ??? Please update
I just lost my 2012 with 289k to an accident and was drivable but Insurance Boss said RIP assessed. I ended up buying a newer one(Platinum).
Bought a 2018 MURANO SL back in Feb and We Love it,BOSE Audio,Pearl White w Black Leather Interior and I LOVE The Manual Shift Mode,Heated Seats and Steering Wheel,Never thought I would buy an SUV But the MURANO is an EXCELLENT Vehicle
Nice objective review. I purchased a 2019 blue Murano Platinum trim. Did lots of research. Was set on the Murano since it was the best bang for the buck. Bought on clearance for a 20% discount which sweetened the deal. Since they are in less demand, you can really bargain. Added a 6 year 100,000 mile comprehensive warranty so I’m worry free. There’s no such thing as a cheap repair so I felt it was money well spent given the discount I got. I have owned two Nissan Sentras and a Nissan Altima and they were all good reliable cars. Absolutely love the Murano. Just a unique and stylish design. I think the wheels are the best looking out of any SUV. Seats and ride are very comfortable. You don’t buy the Murano for towing or off-roading. Is designed for street. Lower ground clearance than its competitors makes entry and exit easy, but you still enjoy the feel and safety of a bigger vehicle with sitting high but still great road manners. Quiet cabin. My wife is super picky and she loves this vehicle. Infiniti like experience for almost half the price. Plus there are not a lot of them out there so you stand out. Very happy so far
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ive seen a couple of brand new 2018 murano platinums (top trim) for around 30-32k recently
so at that price its a steal
We own a 2017 Murano Platinum and absolutely love it. We wanted AWD but they didn’t have any on the lot. Quick note: The Platinum trim gives you that power telescoping steering wheel, rear heated seat and some other options.
Good u didnot awd as the milage is not good on any awd vehicle
We’re not really concerned with fuel economy, I’d rather know I’m gonna make it to where I’m going if the weather turns nasty.
@@MrRailroader03 winter tires are more useful, invest in those and it will out perform any AWD car
@ Chris Jacks - I thought so too.
@@MrRailroader03 Winter tires...
This will be my dream SUV! Nice job Alex.
This guy does an excellent job in my opinion going over the vehicle and its options. he does not do it any justice comparing the feel of the wheel to a sante fe. I have driven every trim on the sante fe model/ new body design trims/ old sport models, and I cannot compare the two. The murano has a luxury vehicle feel to me.
Glad they added parking sensors.
Murano's grill shutters are better than having drive modes because you cant drive in eco& sport at the same time, but with AGS you get better fuel economy and better acceleration all at thw same time without having to select anything. Murano may nr be as thrilling to drive as it is to look at, but 0-60 of 7. 3 ties the santa fe with more hp(290hp) thanks to AGS and CVT. - both improvenacceleration!
Four years ago today, I am now considering to buy one as my very first SUV of course bestie!
I have 2011 Nissan Murano SL. Nice and reliable vehicle. for 7 years I had to change only oil, brake pads and front brake rotors. I like it more than the new face. Unfortunately, Nissan still uses this VQ35DE - (Engine developed by Datsun more than 20 years ago). I want to see turbo engine under the hood. Car manufacturers are moving towards the turbo engines now. I live in a City which is 3500ft above sea level and Engine loses 14% of the power output. Instead, to have 260hp I have actually 224hp available. with the turbocharged engine, this issue is eliminated. Overall Good job Nissan.
Actually, I believe a turbo charged engine is WORSE at high altitude, with the exception of the cx5
Just traded in a 2015 Murano SL for a Lexus NX 300. We wanted to get a smaller crossover and move into the so-called luxury category. We are long time Nissan buyers. The Murano was great for what it is. The seats were very comfortable. The camera exceptional. One downside was the infotainment was very slow in my opinion, it was almost like tubes and fuses had to warm up. I long ago made my peace with the CVT, but I have to say I was happy to get back to a real transmission in the Lexus (and my Mustang). I think we're just going to have to learn to live with this in the future. We had no quality issues or no warranty work in 3 years; we consistently only put 6000 miles a years on our cars. Whoever got our car got a great nearly perfect car all the way around- only one door dent on the front passenger door from a fat slob getting out of his Dodge truck.
Murano feels Iike a luxury car. You really forget you’re driving a Nissan. It’s a sleeper. I couldn’t believe how comfortable the seats and drive were. Really nice. Bit hard to park and see out the back.
I haven't driven a Murano since the last generation - the one that looked like it was designed to transport beach balls or balloons. This one is much, much better looking. And that Nissan engine has been around long enough to be bulletproof. In fact, a thousand years from now archaeologists may find examples of that engine still running. However, as a card carrying member of the anti-CVT brigade (though not a fanatic) it's close to a deal breaker for me. Adding fake shift points only adds insult to injury. (At least they don't make it worse with paddle shifters.)
I really like the size of these vehicles. Earlier this year we looked seriously at the Ford Edge Sport (now the ST). We're a family of four (two adults, a teenage daughter, and a big dog) and could have gotten along with a two row CUV. And most 3 row CUV's are simply mammoth (Looking at you, CX-9 and VW Atlas.)
But the KIA Sorento we ended up buying with three usable rows is virtually the same size as the Edge and the Murano with more overall cargo space (even has more cargo space than the Murano behind the second row). It's not suitable for five or more passengers and their gear for long trips but it's very convenient for chauffeuring a gaggle of teenage girls or another family on a local trip that would otherwise require a second vehicle. Ninety percent plus of the time the third row is stowed but for those instances where it's needed, it's a lifesaver. The fact that we don't have to deal with a vehicle the size of the short school bus is gravy.
I think I remember sitting in the back seat of a murano at an auto show and feeling like the back seats sat lower to the floor than I was comfortable with.
1:40 hey Alex, Lexus should remind you about Murano, not the other way around, Nissan first introduced this type of design on the market with this Murano back in 2014. See the same design pattern now in GMC Terrain and others.
I don't care much for the bulging tail lights on many of these new vehicles
I got the 2020 Nissan Murano and Love it, it is close to Lexus
The one disappointing thing about the Murano is the 1,500 pounds towing limit. Even the RAV4 can tow more! The more comparable Ford Edge is rated for 3,000 pounds with the 2.3L Ecoboost, yet the V-6 Murano is rated for only half that. Otherwise, the Murano actually can be had for good discounts and is a great value for the actual selling price. (I still hesitate because of the history of the Nissan CVT, however.)
Alex I had a Lexus fan since 2004 I leased my first Lexus RX and then I continue to lease one every 4 years because the drive and smoothest. However after the lastest refresh I refuse to lease another RX or Lexus until they would add Apple CarPlay and change that worthless joystick GPS. My friend told to look at the new Murano and I love it. I love the Murano over i infinity QX60 because the two screens and no CarPlay. I leased a 2018 Murano SL. I love it.
I fell in love with the Passport and almost bought the Elite model. The only downside was the car was a little high and was difficult for my wife to get into. I ended up with a 2020 RDX Advance and really happy with it. The Murano is just too soft and the rear visibility is very compromised.
Just bought a 2019 Lexus NX300 for $33K. Love the car!
Wrong video lol
Nice review Alex! We leased a 2015 Murano platinum and and loved it! It was perfect for rear facing childseats! Glad they got CarPlay and android auto as well as the safety features. We moved to a Pacifica with an additional kid, but miss our Murano.
I used to own a Murano years ago and liked it (well not the CVT) and I've driven the Sante Fe and even with the V-6 the overall performance is about the same so that is not much of a selling factor.
I think I'm going to wait for the the Palisade to come out before I buy.
I honestly hate imitation shifts. When using a cvt, just be a cvt. I like my 2014 pathfinder because it acts the way it should be
I mean it acts pretty shitty doesn't it? If you can make a CVT behave less like a CVT & more like a traditional automatic transmission, yet maintaining the extra fuel efficiency sounds like a good thing to me.
NOFATCHICK1 you are slowly destroying the CVT by imitating gears with it. It applies pressure and release and reapplies. This is extremely bad for the CVT.
@@LouAntonioGiordano that is good to know.
@@NOFATCHICK1 yeah ive test driven some newer models and a shifting cvt felt weird. I dont mind the noise if thats what it should do as long as it gives me what cvt does. Better acceleration and fuel economy
I wanted a CVT because they're supposed to have no shift shock. Hell, Nissan advertised that as a benefit in the late 2000s. But because a vocal minority complained of how they felt, every company using a CVT seems to be adding "fake" shifts.
Alex - quick request - you start adding Driving Assist testing to the test drive. They will only become more pervasive AND selling features of modern cars.
NCAP and IIHS test these features as safety equipment.
Joseph G good pt about IIHS, but that is from a safety perspective (I’m suggesting from a driver aid feature perspective) and the number of cars they test are less than AoA so the population of cars with comprehensive safety suit information out there is very small. I wasn’t aware of NCAP though so I’ll check that out. Thanks!
We has a 2007 Murano. Loved it. Went with Used 2015 Lexus Rx350. 30k miles. $26k.
You can probably sell your Rx for a profit now lol
It's basically a maxima but larger and taller and with awd which is a good thing. Same engine, just different horsepower numbers!
haha agree!
It’s still a Murano though...
Imitation shift is a joke. I like any cvt because they are smooth and you got no gear shift. Most journalist hate the cvt and still prefer the gear shift. So here is the result!
Most journalists are young kids who are rediculously childish about what constitutes a good car to the point where it's their tastes, and not actual buyers, that drive automotive trends.
@@Zettel9016 Got to agree with you. They love sport car just like me when I was in my twenty. My confort is more important these days. Take care
That is absolutely right. It is those reviewers who hate CVT. Just because it is a CVT. I find CVT very useful, have been driving it since 2008 on various cars. A properly tuned CVT is never worse then tradition automatic, and is much more economical
Pacific Photography yep I have a Murano and It drives good and it’s pretty quick
Nissan Murano great SUV.
I really like the refresh. Why why why did Nissan keep that dated steering wheel. Even the Rogue got the new steering wheel 2 years ago and almost all other models have it. IMHO it really dates the interior. I have a 2007 Murano and this 2019 has the same steering wheel.
I like the steering wheel, what’s wrong with it? It still looks great even in 2020.
It's very strange that Alex mentioned the Santa Fe rather than the Sorento. The Sorento is also a bigger size compact cross over and has an available V6. For the same money, the Kia is far nicer than this Nissan and comes with a real transmission.
have you driven the Murano?
I'm getting better than the advertised MPG in my 2018 Platinum model. Up to 34 mpg on the highway and 21 mpg in the city. I think that's impressive for this size of a crossover. BTW, as far as cargo volume goes, the Murano is wider than the Ford Edge, and if you golf, you can get 4 golf bags in cross-wise. You cannot do that with the Ford Edge.
Do you use unleaded gas?
Really like the MURANO
It's very interesting that this car actually uses the same 3.5L V6 VQ engine as the Maxima. The Maxima has 300 hp, whereas the Murano only gets 260 hp. The Maxima also has the higher torque (261 vs. 240). It seems like Nissan has detuned it in order to get better gas mileage for the Murano.
Agree, we have a 05 Odyssey which has same displacement,but only had 5 less HP which is insane after 10 years, no improvement
That’s because the Murano attracts a different buyer than the Max.
This is not a platinum its a sl it's just under fully loaded
I don’t see a ton of differences between this and my 2015 SL 🤷🏽♀️
I have looked at many many videos on many different CUV’s. My one complaint with these cars, is the navigation screen on top of the dashboard. I find that way too distracting. I hope that this changes in the future. The in dash of the navigation in the Murano is more my style. I just don’t know if I can afford to get this car. I am hoping so.
J Bern Lease a new one or find a certified pre-owned
Fantastic vehicle. Nice review. We are on our 4th Murano first was in 2007. Never had any issues with any model. My wife gets compliments on hers all the time. Reading some of the comments here is pretty funny. Personal opinion and brand loyalty should have nothing to do with an honest review. "My (insert Brand/ Model here) is better than that piece of crap. Again - I find this humorous..
@Phil Leidig I agree 100%. I started purchasing Nissan in 1997 after having bad experience with Buick and Ford. My lease for my 2016 Murano SL is up this year and I am looking to lease the 2019. I am staying with what has worked for me. I like the style, comfort and the cost. :)
still dont regret trading in my 2017 murano
Cory_TFIL okay
Murano...Hands down...
Определенно Мурано стал лучше!!! И всем удачи в 19 том!!
I have a 2014 murano i love it.
I would love 2015
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Glad they kept the CD. NO CD = NO $ALE.
Android Auto alone was enough for me to trade the 16 murano for 19 lol
How do you like the difference?
@@JokerG16 not that much difference. It looks better with the sleek headlights and brakelights. Android auto is a little buggy but it's worth it. I'm happy with the upgrade.
Had issues with android auto on 2018 model. It freezes every often. Did nissan fixed it on 2019!?
Nissan was the first one that come with the floaitng roof design, lexus copied the design...for the rx
Yep. Maxima then Murano. The Lexus, which we all know Toyota shamelessly copies everyone anyway, came along and blatantly stole it. 6 years later even Chevy is catching on.
Actually, Jaguar did it with the XJ if I'm not mistaken
Subscribed when I heard nitty gritty
Not sure why you think Edge has a straight back. It is far more slanted then Murano and one of the main reason, I have Murano and not Edge. I carry my mountain bike vertically in my SUVs. With the front tire removed, I can fit my bike behind driver with a single seat folded (still leaving space for 1-2 people in back). I tired that on Edge, and there was no way in hell I could fit the bike in it because of the aggressive slant.
Thanks Alex for your great reviews. I am one of those waiting your review on Honda Passport before I proceed and buy it. Nissan Murano is my second option. The reason is that I do trust and want a reliable V6 not a turbo 4. Keep it up Alex....
Your reviews are really good and I enjoy them, but I wish you would talk more about reliability or predicted reliability. For example in this review of the Nissan Murano you should be telling people not to buy it because the CVT's in Nissan will fail under normal or even mild use within three to five years, sometimes sooner. For some reason even after a decade Nissan seems to have made no improvements.
Besides the USB c ports are there any other interior changes? It would be nice to do a split screen comparison with the 2018 considering this is a refresh. Great videos as usual.
Great job as always Alex! Since you're in the industry and I'm sure you have heard the whispers. What is your opinion on the reliability of Nissan CVT transmissions? Toyota and Honda have seemed to work out the problems, but we keep reading about nightmares with Nissan's CVTs. Anything new on this front? Asking because I'm really interested in this car but hesitant because of previous documented problems with the CVT. Thanks!
The old front fascia was starting to look a bit old. The subtle changes are nice
I would want a regular CVT for its actual advantages over other trans. I don't understand why people would want a imitated feeling of CVT making it slower and less fuel efficient. I wonder if Nissan will ever make a button to turn on/off imitation?
Actually, its programmed to imitate gear changes in normal driving, but if you floor it, it behaves as a regular CVT and heads to the optimal RPM.
Agreed. I once rented a Toyota Corolla and in Drive it was a CVT with no steps. In Sport it imitated shifts. It is certainly possible to add a button to turn on/off imitation shifting.
Dedrean Dixon actually, switch that and you’d be right on the money. Light foot, regular CVT. Heavy foot, gear changes.
This refresh 1:10 is much better! The Murano would be one badass SUV if Nissan got rid of that damn cvt... what a shame.
Great review!
Honda Passport is ugly as sin. The Murano's design is more acquired taste but miles better in the looks department.
Passport looks reserved and decent. Murano looks too funky. Either way I rather it look great inside then out.
This looks very compact..........The passport is a much better option hands down so move along.
Alex is the new safety features the same as the Nissan pro-pilot system on new QX-50 or the Nissan Rogue??? I loved the system and I don’t understand why an infinity don’t have CarPlay and Nissan does. The GPS in the Murano is very easy especially with CarPlay
The Luxury QX 50 not having Carplay and the reduced resolution on their dedicated navigation screen, were real steps backward to about 2014 or so. I wonder if they just had too many old screens left over and are trying to burn them up.
While the VQ35 is a reliable motor I do wish the fuel economy was better. In addition to that, by adding fake gear shifts when driving spiritedly makes zero sense. That's the manufacturer's way of admitting that CVT sucks and now they want to mimic the shifts of an actual automatic. Why not just put in a good 7 or 8 speed Aisin unit? Those are fantastic.
How about Europe.... when we get it?
Those wheels needed a refresh too.
In last years model there were switches in the rear cargo area to raise the rear seats without having to go around and return them manually to the upright position. What happened to those on the 2019? Why the heck would Nissan remove that very useful feature?
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Love it!
Good video. Any word on if the CVTs are more reliable than previous models?
Nissan has had the reliability issues sorted with the CVT since about 2015-2016 , when they first came out there was plenty of issues but those have long since been sorted.
And the 3.5L engines in particular had very few issues even in 2011-2012 when the problem was prevalent.
So long as your not buying anything in the 2010-2015 time-frame you should have pretty much zero issues with the CVT, just understand that it's not great
for towing so if you frequently do so probably best you look else-where.
@@BigHeadClan Thanks. What about light loads (3500 or less) on an infrequent basis [2-3x/yr) over short distances?
@@seekertwo1 Probably fine but should consult the recommended towing capacities in the manual before you consider buying. (Not the dealership)
I don't know what they are rated for off the top of my head.
I just can't see spending 45k for a non-luxury compact crossover.
Yeah, a bit pricey, but it is more premium than most of the competition. Also, have you priced cars recently? Compact crossovers are almost all in the mid $30Ks once optioned. You can easily option a Ford Edge into the $40Ks. At that price, an Acura RDX looks like a bargain.
@@alliejr ok well the car I'm leaning towards currently is the 2019 subaru forester. For 32k you can get leather, pano moonroof, full eyesight safety features, apple CarPlay, android auto, 12 way power seating, heated and cooled seats, bigger cargo area, better fuel economy, etc. The murano has a v6. That's about thr only thing it's got on the forester, and I'm not going to be taking my crossover to the track anytime soon. I'll sacrifice a little power that I don't need to save $13,000.
Completely agree. I live in a metro area that has at least 6 Nissan dealerships (maybe the competition lowers prices) and looking at most of their websites inventory lists for, say, an '18 Murano platinum has them discounted (granted, it is year end) about $10K on average.....for new.
How is this compact? It’s a mid size
Then spend your 70k for mercedes benz and spend more money for your change oil every service..but in murano for 45k its a lot for that money..its very comfy..quiet..great car for cruising freeway..the ride quality is spotless very smooth ride quality..the interior quality is high quality belongs to luxury suv and the zero gravity seats is amazing very comfy..and great looking suv the style its not boring and its unique exterior style..so its great for 45k..
Its a gorgeous car just too pricey.
Agreed. At $45k you can get a lot of larger well equipped three row SUVs.
Looks good. If only it had the Nissan reliability before Carlos Ghosn ruined it.
I'm going to purchase the Passport. I've pretty much made up my mind about it. Better safety, no crappy CVT, better all around vehicles tha Hyundai and Nissan, and the NEW Edge platform is still a long ways away from production.
Wanted to like it, but oversized wheels mean crazy expensive tires and harsh ride and no off-roading (sidewalls just a couple of inches...even a rock the size of a baseball could puncture the tire). Add in MPG that is worse than the bigger Pilot? I wanted to love the Passport, thought it to be the sweet spot, but it is VERY disappointing. Solid vehicle, but poor mix of engineering and choices.
After seeing what Mazda has to offer in their crossover, every other brand looks cheap and bland. Mazda really has the best looking lineup interior and exterior.
I'd like to see the 2.0 turbo in it and maybe a version of the maximas 3.5
Nah it doesn’t need a 4-cyl. The V6 is too smooth. Plus it’s the same engine that’s used in the Max. It’s just detuned.
You should split the front seat scores. Also test the headlights, you might piss Chad off but oh well.
I like the outer design however the front end seems very low to the ground. I love the Hyundai Santa Fe but I'm so torn about it's less than desirable fuel economy.
Ca Bo....If you're American, you don't have to think about fuel economy. Gas is so cheap. Get the better car!
@@johnholst I'm Canadian and generally everything is 30% more expensive here and I believe the gas is more than 30%. I've done more Nissan research and well, I won't be considering it anymore. Too many consumer complaints. Thx for sharing your thoughts.
@@MsCaterific I'm Canadian too. So, I know what you mean. But I live in Korea, where the gas is even more expensive. That's why here, everyone buys the diesel model SUV's. Almost never gas. So, yes, in Canada and Korea, the price is gas is a real consideration. Thank you also for sharing.
@@johnholst What are the chancezzz that I'd cross paths here on UA-cam with a fellow Canadian living in Korea to boot! Whatchya doing all the way over there? Designing new Hyundias?? ; ) I'm over here in Alberta researching my first car. It's daunting. Soooo many things to consider and then I worry about what I don't know that I should be considering. I've boiled it down to Toyota Hybrid Rav4, Honda CR V, Hyundai Tucson, and the Santa Fe. My top priorities are reliability, fuel eco, cargo space, automatic transmission, and style. I only looked at this Nissan cuz my friend likes her Nissan and suggested it.
Alex, can you cover the Bluetooth connection quality? I suspect that at this point most of the systems are pretty good, but I've driven some cars where the Bluetooth connection was atrocious (201x Audi A4) and got constant complaints about the call quality, in addition to having a difficult time making out what people were saying...
Sean Porter I got a Murano Monday and the Bluetooth has been flawless
Does new Nissan Murano still have problem with its transmission? I want to keep this vehicle for a long time but as per a lot of forums, even new Nissan SUV's has Transmission issue which costs too much to replace it. Is Nissan Murano a reliable vehicle to keep it for a long time?
Quadra [GMD] same man. We still have our OG Murano from 2007. That thing still roars.
Please give score or grading for the features.
how do you calculate the combined legroom? from the edmunds specs, adding front and rear legroom the edge is 83.2 and murano 79.2.
2:58 passport you meant
The intro needs updating
Toyota could take a lesson from the seat cushioning. Most Toyota’s are uncomfortable for me.
I would save my pennies, hit up Coinstar and go buy an RDX 😎.
Steven...Good call! It's only 6k more than this thing and WAY nicer!
@@johnholst umm,a fully loaded one with AWD is 48k which is 2 Grand less than this Murano
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 A fully loaded Murano is 46.8K while the fully loaded A Spec version RDX is almost 48K. You're right. Closer than I thought!
@@johnholst yup, and slap on the advanced package and it is about 49k
@@ayushmalpeddi2793 But you can't get the Advance package on the A Spec. Not sure which one I'd take. Love them both!
I’d do a Passport with the improved ZF 9-speed, which should be much better at accelerating and have just as much or more overall space.
Honda has revised it heavily and is manufacturing the 9-speed itself now, not ZF. Early reviews say it’s much better.
Can't get over the needlessly large wheels (tires will be $$$$$) and thus harsh ride AND terrible for off-roading (thin sidewalls and off-roading beyond gravel driveway do not mix). Add in awful MPG (worse than the bigger Pilot) and that ugly instrument cluster and Passport lost me.
Wow Murano and 2019
Lost me at CVT. Also Nissan needs to figure out that plastic chrome is tacky
Blake Swan Lost you? Were you ever going to buy one. Blake Swan I see your negative comments on every review out there. I don’t think anyone is missing your business. What in the hell do you drive that is so perfect ? A bicycle? Get a life.
Joshua Rutter 😂😂
Comparing this car to the Lexus RX immediately makes me think...ok, but every single RX I've come across has been trouble-free for over 200k miles. Will that be true of the Murano? I doubt it.
If you're going to be boring and soft, you may as well be reliable.
Hmmm I just sold a 2007 Nissan Murano with 270,000 miles trouble free after 12 years!
What is it with car design these days? Does everyone need to use the floating roof design? It's as undesirable as piping fake engine noise into the cabin.
I hate both of those as well. I am sick of the ever-shrinking cargo space to keep giving more of a slant to the rear (for so-called style). I hated the boxy SUVs of the 80s and 90s, but now I find myself pining for them. Maybe why that Kia Telluride looks so cool to me...actual useful rear cargo area and great visibility (comparatively speaking).
The Murano is the original. Other floating roof designs are blatant copies off Nissan.
Peugeot 5008?
Who needs the RX now?????
This might be a stupid question but how can an engine be a V6 and be a CVT??
Shamur Stewart hmmm.. weird. My car doesn’t have a v6 or a 4 cylinder. It just uses a CVT. So the Nissan has both?
@@dixinuranus CVT is the transmission, responsible for taking the power from the engine and turning the wheels. The engine (4 cyl, 6 cyl, 8 cyl, diesel) is seperate. A vehicle with a CVT and no engine isn't going to run/move (unless placed on a hill and coasting). If you were kidding, then you got me. Transmission = CVT, automatic or manual. Engine = 4 cyl, 6 cyl, 8 cyl, 12 cyl, diesel (similar cyliners), rotary, rocket, jet, turbofan (the last few need to be in cars...what a blast). They got a turbine in a tank, why not a car/suv/truck? en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honeywell_AGT1500
I believe the 2018 model already came with Apple Car Play....
They started in 2017. I have a 2016 Murano SL and missed the darn Apple Play by 3 months. :(
@@tamaranewsome4496 2017.5 actually.
Nice looking , but at about $38,000 my new 2019 CX-5 Signature has all the luxury and performance items I need and is a better value.
No V6 though 😂😂
So between this and the new Honda Passport?
Passport seems to be much better all around. Just maybe it compares to the CRV and just maybe
What does anybody think about Nissan's AWD?
Saw this car at the LA Auto Show. It looks better in person than in pictures. The driver seat is incredibly comfortable. However, the steering wheel (8:53) is very ugly and dated. As a mid-cycle refresh, it should be upgraded. Nissan is being cheap.
@13:09 drone not included
Nice Murano
Hi Alex want know nissan murano 2019sl awd vs Honda crv awd EXL with 1 best reliable car thanks.
Are you asking which is more reliable?
Honda is more reliable
A UA-cam Channel with no name it would be pretty close both engines are good but both have cvts which are the weak point
Used to work for a Honda dealership. Stay away from the turbo Honda engines. The design has a serious defect. Fuel mixes with the oil.
Now Nissan Maxima and Murano and Hyundai Santa Fe is copying Toyota Prius angular shapes and design on the front bumper and people were talking trash that is ugly. Looks who's digging it.
i would choose this Nissan Murano for sure ....
i wish i wait until this car comes out.
it is amazing looking car i would say it is the best car in its segment including any Japanese american or German cars... so handsome and futuristic.
thank you for the review
woooooow unica me gusta esa nissan murano