By Holly R.

Pros:

• Decent mileage
• Blazing acceleration
• “Beefy” looking
• Incredibly roomy
• XM Satellite Radio
• Power fold-up rear seats
• Grocery-bag holder hidden in the rear trunk area (ingenious)

Cons:

• Drives so smoothly at higher speeds that you might end up with a lot of tickets!
• Wimpy door pockets (advertised as “map pockets”)

Introduction:
The Nissan Murano has been re-designed for 2009. It’s a bit taller, slightly wider, and has increased horsepower than the previous generation Murano. The edges have been rounded out, creating a muscular, but sexy crossover vehicle. I had originally wanted a Murano when they first debuted in 2003, and I was thrilled to finally be able to drive one! It did not let me down… I’ve had so much fun driving it that I didn’t want to give it back!
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