Nissan has unveiled the
2019 Murano in Los Angeles. Looking instantly recognizable, the updated crossover has been
equipped with a sportier front fascia which features triangular air intakes and
additional chrome trim.
Additional styling changes are limited, but the 2019
Murano features new LED fog lights and restyled 18- and 20-inch alloy wheels.
Rounding out the changes are updated taillights and three new exterior colors
called Sunset Drift Chromaflair, Mocha Almond Pearl and Deep Blue Pearl.
Interior changes are likewise modest as the
range-topping Murano Platinum now comes with semi-aniline leather seats and
diamond-quilted inserts. Drivers will also find “dark wood-tone” trim and
contrast piping on the seats, center console and armrests.
Lesser models also receive some minor updates as S,
SV, SL variants now come with either metallic or light wood-tone trim. Murano
SL and above grades also gain a NissanConnect infotainment system which
features an improved navigation system.
The updated system now has 3D building graphics and satellite imagery as
well as premium traffic information and point-of-interest online search
capabilities.
On the safety front, all Muranos now feature Rear
Door Alert and Intelligent Driver Alertness systems. As expected, the model can
also be equipped with the Safety Shield 360 suite of driver assistance systems.
The suite includes automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind
spot warning, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, high beam
assist and rear automatic braking.
Under the hood, the Murano’s 3.5-liter V6 engine
carries over and continues to produce 260 hp and 325 Nm of torque. It is connected to an Xtronic transmission which can be
paired to an optional all-wheel drive system.
The 2019 Murano will arrive at U.S. dealers next
month, but there’s no word on pricing.
