As families broaden their search for the all encompassing extra-urban runabout, the biggest scorer is the SUV sector.
Sedans are no longer the default choice since MPVs perform the same function, cost about the same, plus offer elevated driving positions, more headroom and space in spades. Medium-sized SUVs such as the Murano match these attributes task for task, but for a small premium add that promise of go-anywhere prowess that so easily tickles the average South African’s adventuring spirit.
Sure, a modest dirt road is the closest most will come to the Dakar in the new Murano, and let’s pretend for a second it’s not destined to climb little more than shopping centre pavements along with its sector compatriots. Yes, it represents some wonderful escapism, but that logic aside, it doesn’t quite add up.
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Nissan Murano
I purchased a new Nissan Murano in 2009 and fitted with a PCT touch screen Navigation system, from the day I collected the car the Navigation system does not hold any memory and you have to input the time and date as well as address every time the engine is started. Nissan Dealers have been no help and it appears that Performance Consumer Technologies who fitted the system are no longer in business.I have been to numerous Nissan dealers to try and get this sorted out but to no avail and this is an expensive SUV.
When you consider the
When you consider the popularity of the SUV it is little wonder the monaro has the well know shape of many modern cars. I personally would have remodeled the older monaro as there is many cars and auto parts still available for this one of a kind icon.
I’ve always had a soft spot
I’ve always had a soft spot for Muranos. Something about its the powerful engines and the wicked exteriors that draws me to it.
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Nissan Murano Tested
I think that having a good vehicle like this would be much better if you have some good pickup truck accessories and parts to really compensate all the things that you can have in the long run.
Re: SATNAV Murano 2010
Pat, i feel your pain. I just bought the Murano 2 weeks ago and I must say, it is a phenominally good verhicle. However, without the SatNav I am very dissapointed as the Nissan Sales Rep confirmed it comes with GPS that works. Only to find out later is does not and is only due for upgrade Q3 2011.
I am seriously considering trading the Murano in right away. It is my 1st Murano, maybe I must give it more time!
Tyler
Sat Nav
I'm considering buying the 2010 Murano to replace my current Murano, and have been complaining to Nissan SA re the Sat Nav (SN) - they have confirmed that they cannot get the RSA CD to work, and thus Sat Nav is no longer an option on the Murano. This will be corrected in the 3rd quarter of 2011, but the fix will not be compatible with the current model's Sat Nav. I would not have taken th SN option but the dealers are all very vague on what else is impacted on by SN not being available.
Other concerns.... Colour range is boringggg. No sun roof option is annoying.... Both of these are deciding factors for me on whether to get another Murano or not....
Pat McKune
2010 Nissan Murano
I was just wondering if anybody els has the same problem we have with our Muranos navigation system we have know been told that there is not a sa gps system available for this vehicle that is after months of being told that it's on the way, we are current driving on UK map.
We are so dissipointed with this after paying so much for this car.
Murano Report
Just a couple of corrections to your information on the Road test on the new Murano.
At no time did the dealership or Nissan offer the Sat-Nav, they have stated to me that it will not be available and that there is a clear notification to that effect from Nissan SA - additionally it is not listed on the options on their website.
Unfortunately without the Sat-Nav, the voice activation is not supported - despite the information on their website and the references to it in their manual under the "South Africa Bluetooth" section.
Apart from some connectivity issues on the Bluetooth which we are trying to work through we are extremely happy with the vehicle which is a significant improvement in terms of driveability from the previous model.
If Nissan were to sort out the issues such as Sat-Nav, Voice Commands and some other detail stuff they would have an absolute winner in this segment of the market.
Richard Shaw.
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