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Just remove the space in the word Number.
Here's the link wrapped around some html: link
Steve, Host
He drove Murano, Highlander and Pilot, came out very impressed with the Murano. He even claims it drives and feels a class above the other two. Of course he is a Nissan dealer, so take it whatever way you want. But I am really excited, it's finally here.
Another poster there said he got a promotional mail from Nissan which states the v6 makes 245hp/246lb-ft.
Two models would be available, both AWD with the higher model having some extra features and a sunroof. Prices for lower model $40,000CDN and higher model $42,000CDN. Can anyone confirm?
For the Murano move near the bottom.
Yachtie
Highlights:
Power: 245HP@5800, 246lb-ft@4400
Weight: 2wd-3801lb, awd-3955lb
Milage: 2wd-20/25, awd-20/24
AWD system is similar to Honda's VTM-4
CVT standard, steel belt is over designed and should last for vehicle life (claimed by nissan people).
Here's the exact text:
Here it is boys and girls. Everything you wanted to know about the new Murano and couldn't find someone with the info. Curb weight 2wd 3801/ 4wd 3955. Four wheel vented discs all around. 20/25 2wd. 20/24 4wd. 245 hp @5800rpm. 246ft-lbs@4400. Power to weight ratio 2wd 15.5. 4wd 16.2. New all wheel drive system fully auto on 4x4. Sends 100% front with vary amounts up to 50% rear based on demand. Has a switch in console to lock into 4x4 up to 18mph. Below 18 it maintains 50/50. Above 18 it kicks to auto mode. With the switch off it is always auto. CVT tranny is the only tranny. Traction control is optional. Vehicle Dynamic Control optional. Turnig circle diameter 37.4 ft. Antilock brakes standard. Brake assist is standard. Electronic brake force distribution standard. 18x7.5 wheels standard. P235/65-18 standard. Auto on/off headlights standard. Zenon lamps with angle adjust standard on 4x4. Fog lights standard. Power mirrors standard. Heated mirrors with memory tied to drivers seat optional. Power adjustable pedals with 3" of travel optional.(tied to memory seat) Ultraviolet reducing glass standard. Power sunroof optional. Dual exhaust standard. 8 way driver power seat standard. 4 way power optional on pass side. Head rests up front are 4 way. The rear seat shoulder straps are adjustable for height. Three head rests in rear. Reclining seatbacks front and rear. 60/40 in rear.Leather optional.(nice leather) I am told by nissan that the seats in this vehicle are the most expensive seats they have ever installed in a nissan. All trim that looks aluminum IS aluminum. Digital climate control with dual zones is standard. Microfilter is standard. B pillar a/c vents for rear seat. The list just keeps going. Compass is standard. Outside temp std. Tru tilt wheel, not a tilt column. Side air bags and head curtain standard. Tire pressure monitor standard. Wheelbase 111.2. Length 187.6. Height 66.5. Min ground clearance 7.1. Head room f/r 40.7/39.7. Leg room f/r 43.4/36.1. Fuel tank cap 21.7.
SL AWD $29,799
SE AWD $30,599
SL 2WD $28,199
SL 2WD $28,999
Theres alot of standard features with these so dont let the prices scare you. As a example Nissan has here...A SL with the Premium package,sunroof,and leather is right at $31,996.
That gives you power pedals,BOSE stereo,Xenon headlights,power front seats...etc
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I've talked to two dealer in my area, both are saying late Nov. or early Dec. avail. date.
Thanks.
tidester, host
Here's the link:http://www.nationalpost.com/driversedge/story.html?id={D9520C10-039C-45F7-B7AE-319269D7B9A7}
Rear seat DVD is a DIO w/ 6.5" screen. Sounds like the same one in the Pathfinder, which is not widescreen but still retails for $1600, IIRC. Not good.
This is the Nissan way. Honda does it a bit differently -- buy a specific model that already has the features that one wants which usually translates to the highest model level having everything and no other options, except maybe NAV and RES, if applicable. Toyota does an ala-carte but good luck finding a vehicle with exactly what one wants.
http://www.freshalloy.com/site/cars/nissan/2003/murano/firstdrive/home.shtml
Crikey, how's your shopping list shaping up? I guess XC90 is on the top, right? Now seeing that Murano's trunk is not that small, is it climbing up your chart?
For me, right now it's Murano, Mountaineer, XC90 2.5T then Aviator. Price/value and safety are my top priorities. I still have to wait and see in person if I like Murano's look. I do like how it looks in those photos, not the burnt orange color though.
XC90 is still at the top of my list (can't decide on 2.5T or T6 since the price differential is only $1800.00, need a test drive). Only question mark is whether a good deal can be obtained in the first year. Chances are not very promising...
MDX is a close 2nd due to 7-passenger cargo capacity potential. However, the lack of side curtain airbags really perplexes me. But it is starting to look like the MDX will be heavily discounted soon due to increased and stiff competition.
Honda Pilot is 3rd due to MDX qualities, but if I can make it to the 2004 model and if it also has VSA, have to justify why I pay extra for MDX.
Murano is 4th since the cargo capacity behind the 2nd row seat up is only 32.6 cu ft. This really pales in comparison to the first 3 on my list. But, I really love the reliability and quality of my Nissan Pathfinder and I expect the Murano to be as bullet-proof even with the CVT and the all-new AWD. And don't forget that sweet 3.5L VQ engine. In my experience, Nissans made in Japan have been pretty solid.
Others in the horizon: Lexus RX330 and VW Touareg
Oh well, the joy of the hunt...:)
I also have to add the domestics (especially Envoy XL & Merc Mountaineer) to list, as the price advantage (especially with perferred partner pricing and other incentives) is just too large to not consider.
I'm kinda disappointed that the PathFinder/QX4 is not yet redesigned -- it will be postioned against the GX 470/4Runner and had better be the GREATEST as it will certainly the LATE-est...
Can anyone explain why the engine doesn't produce the same torque output found in the Pathfinder?
Here it is.
Steve, Host
I know Nissan was gonna use a 7 speed but ditched because there were some problems with getting it to work with the AWD system. But since its a CVT, it doesn't have any preset gears and thus no 5 speed transmission. It's just a CVT.
And sorry, I have a preference for non-domestic brands so incentives or not, I just can't add any to the list. Just a personal preference...
EPA Fuel Economy
City/ Highway
2WD 20/25
AWD 20/24
Fuel tank capacity (gallons)
21.7
If they stuck the CVT into the Altima it could reach 29MPG on the highway- maybe even more. You can find more info on the CVT here.
http://www.nissannews.com/nissan/2003vehicles/murano/specs.shtml
But I stopped by the dealer and asked for a brochure. The information is very limited. The store manager said he'd just sent an order in yesterday for 11 Muranos.
I asked if he had a spec sheet and he said they'd not been sent. His Muranos should arrive Mid-December.
He said they come in all the standard colors, blue, black, silver, etc.
I can't wait to drive this puppy. I just have the feeling it will be a gas. Luckily I'm not ready to buy yet, so I get a chance to see how the CVT holds up. I guy I work with used to be an auto columnist. He says there's never been a successful CVT in mass production. Scary...
Expecting 3 in December.
Subaru Justy
Honda Civic HX
Honda Insight
Mini Cooper
Audi A4
I'm sure there are more. The only real innovation of the Nissan CVT is that it handles more torque than any of the others. We will have to wait and see how well it holds up.
SAAB is a GM subsidiary so they can take advantage of the incentives offered by GM to sell cars (the GM Supplier program pricing can be used on SAAB now, too.) Nissan is famous for offering low payment leases in this area as well as rebate incentives for purchasing. They rarely offer low financing for any term unless it is end-of-life for a particular model. You can get a good deal on current models, but the financing will usually be "standard" financing.
The Murano is a great looking vehicle! Can't wait for them to show up at dealers in December to see them in person.
However, I do agree that if you can wait 3-6 months before you buy, you will save a lot of money. I went through the same thing with the new Altima last year. I wanted to buy when they first came out, but no one would budge from MSRP. So I waited 4 months and was able to buy the car for $500 over invoice, saving close to $2000. Pricing will work out the same way for the Murano.
I can't wait for the Murano to finally arrive so I can test drive it and see if it will live up to all of the hype. I think anything with a car platform will drive better than my Expedition that I can't wait to dump!!!