Feb 20, 2015

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The 2015 Nissan Murano has been named the Best Small Utility by MotorWeek in their annual Drivers’ Choice Awards. This now marks the 34th year that MotorWeek has conducted their annual evaluation to present these awards. Each year, editors examine of the new vehicles that have been released that year to determine which model will be declared as “Best” in their category in order to offer consumers a buyer’s guide.

“Following a strong finish to 2014, momentum surrounding the all-new Murano continues to climb into 2015,” said Fred Diaz, senior vice president, Nissan Sales & Marketing and Operations, U.S. “The redesigned Murano is not only a great choice due to an incredible balance of style, comfort, innovation and more, but – as validated by this award – also due to its great value and reliability. MotorWeek‘s Drivers’ Choice Awards are among the best and most-coveted in the business, and we’re ecstatic to play a part in the celebration of the world’s best vehicles.”

The 2015 Murano is powered by a 3.5L DOHC V6 ENgine that generates 260 hp and is paired with an advanced Xtronic Transmission. EPA estimate for this model is 21 MPG city/ 28 MPG highway*.

Available design and advanced features found on this model include low center console, 11-speaker Bose® premium, audio system, advanced NASA-inspired Zero Gravity front and outboard rear seating, refined instrument panel, Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition, 8-inch color display with multi-touch control, Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA), Around View® Monitor, Forward Emergency Braking (FEB), Moving Object Detection (MOD), Predictive Forward Collision Warning (PFCW),  Blind Spot Warning (BSW), oversized Power Panoramic Moonroof and NissanConnectSM with Navigation and Mobile Apps.

*2015 EPA Fuel Economy Estimates. Actual mileage may vary with driving conditions – use for comparison purposes only.