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Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet II (Z51, facelift 2010) 3.5 V6 (265 Hp) 4WD 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)
CrossCabriolet II (Z51, facelift 2010) Overview:
Nissan Murano (CrossCabriolet II (Z51, facelift 2010)). With 336 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2013 kg, it’s on the heavier side. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A convertible car with a retractable roof, offering open-air driving experiences. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
3.5 V6 (265 Hp) 4WD CVT Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The VQ35DE V6 engine provides adequate power for the heavy CrossCabriolet, offering smooth acceleration, though the CVT transmission can dull the driving engagement.
Fuel Economy
Fuel economy is a significant drawback, with high consumption figures typical for a heavy, AWD V6 SUV, exacerbated by the convertible's structural weight.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Highly unique and distinctive styling
- • Open-air convertible experience in an SUV form factor
- • Smooth and powerful V6 engine (VQ35DE)
- • Comfortable ride quality for cruising
- • Standard All-Wheel Drive (AWD) for all-weather capability
Cons:
- • Divisive and polarizing exterior design
- • Poor fuel economy due to weight and V6 engine
- • Limited rear visibility with the roof up
- • Reduced cargo space, especially with the roof down
- • CVT transmission can feel unengaging and noisy under hard acceleration
- • High purchase price when new, questionable resale value
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(II (Z51): 2008 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Nissan |
| Model: | Murano |
| Generation: | CrossCabriolet II (Z51, facelift 2010) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.5 V6 (265 Hp) 4WD CVT |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2014 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Cabriolet, SUV |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 265 Hp @ 6000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 75.8 Hp/l [31mm less] |
| Torque: | 336 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 |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.6 l |
| Coolant: | 9.4 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: | 13.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 10.6 l/100 km |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 7.6 kg/Hp, 131.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6 kg/Nm, 166.9 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 2013 |
| Max. weight: | 2390 |
| Max load: | 377 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 82 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 15.6° |
| Length: | 4829 mm mm [31mm less] |
| Width: | 1892 mm mm [7mm more] |
| Height: | 1681 mm mm [39mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2824 mm mm [1mm less] |
| Front track: | 1610 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1610 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 183 mm |
| Approach angle: | 28.8° |
| Departure angle: | 25.5° |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | CVT |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 320 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs, 307 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 235/55 R20 |
| Wheel rims size | 7.5J x 20 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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