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Nissan Murano III (Z52, facelift 2019) 3.5 V6 (260 Hp) CVT
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Nissan Murano:
The Nissan Murano is a mid-size crossover SUV manufactured and marketed by Nissan since May 2002 for the 2003 model year. The fourth generation was revealed in October 2024.
As Nissan's first crossover SUV for the United States and Canada, the Murano was designed at Nissan America in La Jolla, California, and was based on the Nissan FF-L platform shared with the third generation Altima. The European version of the Murano began sales in 2004.
The Murano was Nissan's only crossover SUV in the United States until September 2007, when the Rogue went on sale. In Canada, the X-Trail had been on sale as Nissan's second car based SUV since 2004 as a model for 2005; it was replaced by the 2008 Rogue at the end of 2007. The Murano is sized between the Pathfinder and the discontinued Xterra. For the model years of 2011 to 2014, a convertible variant, the Murano CrossCabriolet, was available for the second-generation model. As of 2018, the Murano is sized between the X-Trail and the larger Pathfinder....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III (Z52, facelift 2019) Overview:
Nissan Murano (III (Z52, facelift 2019)). With 325 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~11.8 l/100km). With a weight of 1772 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 (260 Hp) CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.5 V6 (VQ35DE) engine provides ample power for daily driving and highway merging. Paired with the Xtronic CVT, acceleration is smooth but can feel less engaging under hard throttle.
Fuel Economy
Combined fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km is reasonable for a naturally aspirated V6 SUV of this size, though not class-leading.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Exceptional ride comfort and quiet cabin
- • Spacious and upscale interior design
- • Powerful and proven 3.5-liter V6 engine (VQ35DE)
- • Distinctive and stylish exterior design
- • Available Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system
Cons:
- • CVT transmission can feel unengaging under hard acceleration
- • Fuel economy is average for the segment
- • Limited off-road capability despite SUV styling
- • Rear visibility can be compromised by design
- • Not tested by Euro NCAP (though strong US ratings)
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III (Z52): 2016 - 2018).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Murano |
| Generation: | III (Z52, facelift 2019) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (260 Hp) CVT |
| Start of production: | 2019 |
| End of production: | 2024 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | SUV |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 260 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 74.3 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 325 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | VQ35DE More details about the engine VQ35DE |
| Engine displacement: | 3498 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC, CVTCS |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.8 l |
| Coolant: | 8.7 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 81.4 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10.3:1 |
| Maximum engine speed: | 6600 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 11.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 8.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 10.2 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.7 kg/Hp, 149.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 5.3 kg/Nm, 187.4 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1734-1810 |
| Max. weight: | 2318 |
| Max load: | 508-584 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1841 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 881 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 680 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 72 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 15.8° |
| Length: | 4897 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1915 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1722 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2824 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1641 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1641 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 175 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.8 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 13.8° |
| Departure angle: | 24.4° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | Xtronic CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 235/65 R18; 235/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 18; 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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