EVALUATION PAPER

Evaluation Paper

Evaluation Paper

The 2009 Nissan Murano is officially revealed, finally. The 2009 Nissan Murano is powered by a VQ-series 3.5 liter DOHC V6 engine developing 265 hp and 248 lb-ft of torque that gets the help of an advanced Xtronic CVT with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC).

The all-new, second generation 2009 Nissan Murano offers a new exterior and interior, enhanced technology and a new premium driving feel resulting from a new, advanced platform and

Continued refinement of Murano's standard V6 engine and advanced, second-generation Xtronic CVT (Oum 2006)

The most striking visual element of the 2009 Nissan Murano is its new body, which imparts a “modern art” feel while still maintaining its distinctive “Murano-ness.” The new Murano design also includes an available dual panel power sliding glass moonroof and 2nd row skylight. Inside, the 2009 Nissan Murano lives up to its “mobile suite” design theme with new levels of warmth and luxury (Feketekuty 2009). Available features include a new foldaway cargo organizer, heated front and rear seats, power liftgate, power return rear seat and RearView Monitor.

All 2009 Nissan Muranos feature a VQ-series 3.5-liter DOHC V6 rated at 265 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque and an advanced Xtronic CVT ™ with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) that provides a sporty and smooth driving experience. 2009 Nissan Muranos are available in front-wheel drive or with an advanced all-wheel drive system. The 2009 Nissan Murano features a new “D” platform, first introduced on the 2007 Altima, which provides a solid foundation and new, lighter suspension components with increased stiffness (Bowen 2008). The original Nissan Murano, launched in 2003 as a 2004 model, set new standards for style and

New, Dramatic Styling

Murano's new front end features a distinctive grille treatment with wide front headlights - with available quad-cylinder style High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-functional projector headlights adding an even more imposing view. A new hood sweeps into the sculpted, dynamic bodylines, with pronounced wheel arches and 18-inch or 20-inch wheels providing an aggressive stance (Irwin and Kasarda 2009). Integrated fog lights are available on Murano SL and LE models. Large chrome door handles and available roof rails with adjustable crossbars (accessory) add both functionality and visual accents.

The Murano's redesigned rear end features a unique rear glass shape, rear air deflector and large rear LED taillights that accent the body side character line. Dual exhaust outlets with chrome finishers provide an appropriate “final” look to the 2009 Nissan Murano. New available exterior features for 2009 include rain-sensing windshield wipers, a power liftgate, enhanced RearView Monitor with rear view camera and a large, dual panel power sliding glass moonroof and 2nd row skylight - a new feature that provides an open-air experience for Murano passengers without compromising head room (Kearney 2003). Eight exterior colours are offered on the 2009 Nissan Murano, including three all new colours - Deep Sapphire, Tinted Bronze and Saharan Stone.

A New “Mobile Suite” Interior

Inside, the new Murano lives up to its “mobile suite” design theme, with an interior exemplifying warmth and modern ...