Engine: 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 with variable valve timing

Engine Options: 240-hp 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6

Transmission: CVT continuously variable automatic

Transmission Options: automatic continuously variable transmission

Standard Safety Equipment: ABS, frontal dual-stage airbags, front side-impact airbags, side curtain head-protection airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, front active head restraints, rollover sensors, tire pressure monitor

Optional Safety Equipment: Vehicle Dynamic Control electronic stability system; traction control

Basic Warranty: 5 years/60,000 miles

Assembled In: Kyushyu, Japan

Model Tested: Nissan Murano SL AWD ($30,900)

Standard Equipment: automatic dual-zone climate control, rear air conditioning vents, power mirrors; power windows; power door locks; dual front bucket seats w/driver-side 10-way power adjust & lumbar support, passenger-side 4-way adjust, active 4-way adjustable head restraints; rear seats 60/40 reclining split fold-down seatbacks w/cargo area accessible levers, fold-down center armrest & head restraints; remote keyless entry; 100-watt AM/FM/CD6 with six speakers; HomeLink transmitter; alarm; dual illuminated visor vanity mirrors; auto-dimming rearview mirror w compass; dual overhead front map lights; rear reading lights; cruise control; color LCD monitor w driver information center; tilt steering column; leather wrapped steering wheel w audio controls and cruise control; tire pressure monitor

Options as Tested: SL Touring Package ($4,700) includes leather seating surfaces, 4-way power passenger seat, power tilt-and-slide sunroof, roof rails, adjustable pedals, upgraded audio with subwoofer, cargo cover and net, heated front seats, memory for seat, pedals and mirrors, heated mirrors, HID headlights w manual leveler; Dynamic Control Package ($750) includes Vehicle Dynamic Control and traction control

Destination Charge: 650

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: all-wheel drive

Horsepower: 240 @ 5800

Torque: 244 @ 4400

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 19/24

Wheelbase: 111.2 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 187.6/74.0/66.5 inches

Track Front/Rear: 64.2/64.0 inches

Turning Cycle: 37.4 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 39.2/56.2/43.4 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 39.2/56.6/36.1 inches

Trunk Volume: 81.6 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, MacPherson strut with coil springs, anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 7.0 inches

Curb Weight: 3993 pounds

Towing Capacity: 3500 pounds

Tires: P235/65TR18

Brakes: vented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, Brake Assist

Fuel Capacity: 21.7 Gallons