Nissan announces 2017.5 Murano pricing – keeps sales momentum going with mid-year enhancements, including new Midnight Edition and expanded availability of Apple CarPlay™ and Siri® Eyes Free

2017.5 Murano Press Kit

• New Midnight Edition Package features black roof rails, black mirror caps, splash guards, and exclusive Midnight Edition black 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels
• Availability of Apple CarPlay™ or Siri® Eyes Free1 expanded across the full model range
• New and revised option packages offer more improved choices and values
• Murano set all-time U.S. sales record in calendar year 2016, with sales up 38 percent

NASHVILLE – Nissan today announced pricing for the 2017.5 Murano, which features a series of mid-year enhancements to the popular crossover. Pricing starts at $29,770 USD2 for the Murano S front-wheel drive model.

Murano saw sales surge more than 38 percent in 2016 – setting an all time annual sales record of 86,953 units. Designated as the 2017.5 Murano, the changes are highlighted by a new Midnight Edition Package, new standard content including Apple CarPlay™ or Siri® Eyes Free¹, and a new Premium Plus Package. It is on sale now at Nissan dealers nationwide.

“With the enhancements for 2017.5, we’re adding value to every Murano trim level,” said Christian Meunier, senior vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing and Operations, Nissan North America, Inc.; chairman, Nissan Canada. “Along with standard Siri® Eyes Free1 on the Murano S grade, the Murano SV receives features previously available on the higher level SL and Premium trim levels. And, the beautiful new Midnight Edition is an unmatched value all its own.”

The new packages for 2017.5 include the Midnight Edition. Murano is one of six Nissan models to offer the new package. Offered on the Murano Platinum grade level, it includes exclusive Midnight Edition black 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, black roof rails, black mirror caps, black splash guards and available Midnight Edition floor mats. It is offered in a choice of Pearl White, Cayenne Red, Gun Metallic and Magnetic Black with a Graphite interior. The package has an MSRP² of $1,195 USD and is on sale now.

The new SV Premium Plus Package includes the content from the previous SV Premium Package (heated front seats, heated outside rearview mirrors, Power Panoramic Moonroof and Bose® audio system with nine speakers plus dual subwoofers) and Driver Assistance Package (auto-dimming inside mirror, HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Around View Monitor® (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD)³, Driver Attention Alert (DAA)⁴, Blind Spot Warning (BSW)⁵ and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)⁶ – along with new 18-inch Gun Metal aluminum-alloy wheels.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices¹ (MSRP) for the 2017.5 Nissan Murano:

Destination and Handling $940.

About the 2017.5 Nissan Murano

As the halo vehicle for Nissan’s wide range of bold crossovers and SUVs, Murano expresses Nissan’s advanced design direction – including its V-motion front end, LED signature boomerang lights and the unique “floating” roof. The stunning 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.

Responsive driving is provided by a standard 3.5-liter DOHC V6 connected to an advanced Xtronic transmission. Murano is available in front-wheel drive or Intuitive All-Wheel Drive.

Available audio, navigation and connectivity features include NissanConnectSM with Navigation featuring Apple CarPlay™, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, 8-way power driver’s seat with power lumbar support, SiriusXM® Satellite Radio and Travel Link® (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately), Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, iPod® interface, 11-speaker Bose® (including dual subwoofers) premium audio system, and Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System.

Other advanced technologies range from available Around View® Monitor (AVM) with Moving Object Detection (MOD)³ and Blind Spot Warning (BSW)⁵ to Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW)⁷, Forward Emergency Braking (FEB)⁷ and Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA)⁶. Murano also offers available Driver Attention Alert (DAA)⁴, which learns each individual driver’s steering patterns and helps alert the driver when drowsy driving is detected (standard on SL and Platinum, optional on SV).

For more information on the 2017.5 Murano and the complete Nissan vehicle lineup, please visit www.NissanUSA.com

About Nissan North America

In North America, Nissan's operations include automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing, sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green Program and has been recognized annually by the U.S Environmental Protection Agency as an ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year since 2010. More information on Nissan in North America and the complete line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the U.S. media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.

About Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.

Nissan is a global full-line vehicle manufacturer that sells more than 60 models under the Nissan, Infiniti and Datsun brands. In fiscal year 2015, the company sold more than 5.4 million vehicles globally, generating revenue of 12.2 trillion yen. Nissan engineers, manufactures and markets the world's best-selling all-electric vehicle in history, the Nissan LEAF. Nissan's global headquarters in Yokohama, Japan manages operations in six regions: ASEAN & Oceania; Africa, Middle East & India; China; Europe; Latin America and North America. Nissan has been partnered with French manufacturer Renault since 1999 and Mitsubishi Motors since 2016 under the Renault-Nissan Alliance.

For more information on our products, services and commitment to sustainable mobility, visit our website at http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/. You can also follow @NissanMotor on Twitter.

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Contact

Dan Passe
Product Communications, Nissan North America
615-725-5264
dan.passe@nissan-usa.com

Kevin Raftery
Nissan Communications
615-725-5236
Kevin.Raftery@nissan-usa.com

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^{2. MSRP excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges. Dealer sets actual price. Prices and specs are subject to change without notice}

^{3. AVM with MOD cannot completely eliminate blind spots and may not detect every object. MOD operates at vehicles speeds below 5 mph. Always check surroundings before moving vehicle. Not a substitute for proper backing procedures. Always turn to check what is behind you before backing up.}

^{4. It is the driver's responsibility to remain alert at all times. DAA is only a warning to inform the driver of a potential lack of driver attention or drowsiness. It does not detect and provide an alert in every situation. See Owner’s Manual for details.}

^{5. Not a substitute for proper lane change procedures. The system will not prevent contact with other vehicles or accidents. It may not detect every vehicle or object around you.}

^{6. Not a substitute for proper backing procedures. May not detect all moving vehicles. Speed and other It is the driver's responsibility to remain alert at all times. DAA is only a warning to inform the driver of a potential lack of driver attention or drowsiness. It does not detect and provide an alert in every situation. See Owner’s Manual for details.}

^{7. PFCW is intended to warn you before a collision occurs; it cannot prevent a collision. Speed and other limitations apply. See Owner’s Manual for details.}