2014/11/21

MISSISSAUGA, ONT. – Nissan today announced Canadian pricing for the all-new 2015 Nissan Murano, which has a starting price of $29,998, a reduction of $4,500 versus the 2014 Murano S base model. The 2015 Murano is now available in front-wheel drive (FWD), and is scheduled to arrive at Nissan dealers nationwide mid-December 2014.

While Murano has always stood out from ordinary crossovers with its refined yet daring and futuristic design, the new third-generation design kicks it up many notches with its concept car-like styling, premium interior and advanced, purposeful technology.

The 2015 Murano is offered in four trim levels – S, SV, SL and Platinum – and in a choice of front-wheel (S, SV) or all-wheel drive (SV, SL, Platinum). The starting Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the Murano S FWD is $29,998 CAD, while the top-of-the-line Murano Platinum AWD is priced at $43,498 CAD. In Canada, the third-generation Murano offers a lower price on virtually all trim levels versus model year 2014 Murano, and even more equipment.

The Murano offers a long list of technology and convenience fitted as standard: Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, NissanConnect^SM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 8-inch colour display with multi-touch control.

Every 2015 Murano comes with a standard 3.5-litre DOHC V6 connected to an advanced Xtronic transmission. The 2015 Murano has reduced weight (approximately 145 pounds) versus the previous generation, low rolling resistance tires, air grille shutter, low 0.31 Cd, underbody covers that enhance underbody airflow and improvements to the Xtronic transmission.

Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2015 Nissan Murano:

About the 2015 Nissan Murano
The 2015 Nissan Murano's new magnetic exterior design projects a sense of refined intensity, creating an immediate "wow" response. As the halo vehicle for Nissan's expanding range of bold crossovers and SUVs, the latest Murano also expresses a new Nissan design direction – including its V-motion front end, LED boomerang lights and the unique "floating" roof.

The breakthrough exterior design carries into the interior, which offers an engaging social lounge feel through features such as the refined instrument panel, low center console, advanced Zero Gravity front and outboard rear seating, and the airy atmosphere created by the large windows and oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof.

Standard technology features include: Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, NissanConnect^SM with Navigation and Mobile Apps, 8-inch colour display with multi-touch control. Available features include: Around View® Monitor, 8-way power driver's seat with power lumbar support, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately), iPod® interface, and 11-speaker Bose® premium audio system.

Responsive driving is provided by a standard 3.5-litre DOHC V6 rated at 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. The standard Xtronic transmission offers sporty response and smoothness and includes a new D-step Logic Control that simulates shifts, giving a more natural acceleration feeling without holding a high rpm constant. Murano is available in front-wheel drive or Intuitive All-Wheel Drive.

Handling and steering have also been enhanced through the use of new rebound springs and more rigid stabilizer bars, along with a quicker steering ratio and reduced steering angle – resulting in a tighter turning radius.

Available safety and security systems include Around View® Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD), Blind Spot Warning (BSW), Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW) and Forward Emergency Braking (FEB). When you are backing out of a parking space, the new Cross Traffic Alert (CTA) system utilizes radar sensors to help warn you of a moving vehicle you may not see approaching from either side.

The all-new 2015 Murano is offered in five well-equipped models: S FWD, SV FWD, SV AWD, SL AWD, and Platinum AWD. It is assembled in Canton, Mississippi.

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