redesign of one of MO's strongest competitors - Nissan Murano

nissanlove · 02-07-2007, 01:22 PM

well, the pics our out. here's the new toyota highlander. you decide...

Highlander

mgthe3 · 02-07-2007, 01:34 PM

it's freakin massive!

pfffft

**zebelkhan** · 02-07-2007, 01:48 PM

I had high hopes until I saw the picture of its exterior.....

Definitely not for me. I am too used to the beautiful body of my MO...

**Kris** · 02-07-2007, 02:02 PM

Big, boxy.........just an another SUV.....3rd raw? Not for me.....definitely....

nissanlove · 02-07-2007, 02:04 PM

well so far it's a consensus...

elliotgb · 02-07-2007, 03:19 PM

Sort of reminds me of the new Rav4, only stretched out and without the spare tire hanging off the back. Not bad though.

bdubs9 · 02-07-2007, 03:24 PM

still not for me, either. the exterior is too boxy, I don't care for the 3rd row and the bucket seats in the second row.

the safest place for a small child is in the middle of the row -- not even possible to put a seat there.

I'm not too wild that LATCH hook on the MO's middle seat is way in the back, but at least i can put a seat there.

**KSmurano** · 02-07-2007, 04:37 PM

Just another "PRETENDER.......3rd row seat".

I know most of you guys don't like BIG SUVs, but sometimes you need them. ie: with 3 boys & a dog they all need some room to spread out, so that they don't end up killing each other. The Gator with 2nd row buckets & a split bench 3rd row, gives everyone there own corner! They even have room for the size 12's shoes!

I just don't get the Highlander, MDX, Pilot, etc... saying they have 3rd rows but only truely fitting 3rd graders?

bob1 · 02-09-2007, 06:54 PM

Didn't do a thing for me on the outside. Take my word folks, I went last week to that marketing deal down town. You know, no cameras or phones allowed. They has us preview what they called the Chrysler B model. This was a paid 2.5 hour review and critique.

This was not the SUV that is listed on some of the secret car photo sites. Believe me, I looked. The ones on those sites preview a boxy SUV crossover that looks like a cross between a Dodge Nitro and I dunno, something or other. Half of it was covered in shrouds.

The new one that I previewed was in direct competition with the MO as that was one of 13 or so 2007 cars that we had to compare it too. They just called it the Chrysler B at the show. It kicked major A$$. This was a marriage between a Crossfire and an SUV. Unbelievable lines. Yes, this was prettier than the MO in my opinion. It will have a V-6 with about 250 horse. The interior was still a secret as we were not allowed to cross a carpet that the car sat on in the middle of the floor. I wish I knew when this was to debut. I have shyed away from cars made by the big 3 but this one with some definite German engineering apparent has really caught my eye. Indicated price was about 6-7K cheaper than the MO. Looking forward to the debut.....whenever that will be???

Bob1

**Eric L.** · 02-10-2007, 09:12 AM

I like the clever second row middle position - it stows away underneath the center console when not in use! Smart!

270hp? Looks like the MO has some catching up to do.

dborla01 · 02-10-2007, 09:59 AM

Nasty looking beast!

Reminds me of the Pilot we almost bought before seeing and instantly buying our MO in Dec. of 02.
Toyota sure knows how to make ugly cars. Some bean counter figured out how to make their models as innocuous as possible and overly succeeded. Just look at Camry! Meanwhile Europeans get sexy shaped cars that have style. Too bad though, they can't get their electronics together. Darrell

GripperDon · 02-10-2007, 01:24 PM

**Gonzo** · 02-10-2007, 03:31 PM

Nothing to compare to.... the MO wins hands down. Its very Honda Pilotish.

02-07-2007, 01:22 PM	#1 (permalink)
nissanlove Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Edmonton,AB Posts: 1,373	redesign of one of MO's strongest competitors well, the pics our out. here's the new toyota highlander. you decide... Highlander __________________ The Finish Line... Is Only The Begining 2005 Nissan Murano SE with TECH PKG. "Z" GRILL,PolarStart Remote Car Starter(made in Alberta for Alberta) JWT Pop charger SE Black Chrome wheels with Bridgestone dueler HP SPORT rubber custom flowmaster rear exhaust

02-07-2007, 01:34 PM	#2 (permalink)
mgthe3 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Atlanta Posts: 2,065	it's freakin massive! pfffft __________________ 2010 Titan Crewcab XE had an 07 S Brilliant Silver had an 04 SL Sheer Silver

02-07-2007, 01:48 PM	#3 (permalink)
zebelkhan Moderator Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Morgan Hill, Ca Posts: 6,041	I had high hopes until I saw the picture of its exterior..... Definitely not for me. I am too used to the beautiful body of my MO... __________________ 2004 SL AWD - Super Black - Leather Package (Café latte) - Tow Package - Floor Mats - Splash Guards - Cargo Area Protector - Rear Bumper Protector - Front Window Tint - Dawn Color Matched Body Side Molding – Day Time Running Lights - PAC-NIS1 Aux Audio input - Pressure Pro TPMS and Anti Theft Sensor Locks - 7" Xenarc VGA Touchscreen - Compaq EVO e-PC 2.0 GHz Pentium 4 Carputer with 120GB HD, DSATX PSU / Shutdown Controller, Road Runner Front End, iGuidance 3.0 Navigation, DVD player, Internet access, XM satellite radio, Deluo GPS receiver, Linksys WiFi Antenna, TERK XM antenna - Tweeter 22uF CAP mod - Magnetbra - Custom Backup Camera - Aries Polished Stainless Steel Sidestep (nerf) Bars - Euro-Tech Nudge Bar - Homemade Lower Grill Cover - Auxiliary Projection Fog Lamps - Aluminum Fuel Tank Shields - Wade Window Deflectors - Nissan Sunroof Deflector - Scosche UBRH Bluetooth Hands-Free Car Kit

02-07-2007, 02:02 PM	#4 (permalink)
Kris Moderator Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Lake Lanier Posts: 5,246	Big, boxy.........just an another SUV.....3rd raw? Not for me.....definitely.... __________________ had: 03 MO SL, Gold, 2WD, Premium, leather, sunroof, Mobil 1, B-Quiet, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve, HIR's in fogs 08 CTS 304 HP Direct Injection Engine. Fully loaded with every option except AWD 04 FX35, AWD, Touring loaded, Garmin Nuvi 250W, Fumoto oil valve Dream car: Ferrari Italia ------------------------------------------------ "It's not about how fast you go, it's about how you go fast" - Enzo Ferrari

02-07-2007, 02:04 PM	#5 (permalink)
nissanlove Super Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Edmonton,AB Posts: 1,373	well so far it's a consensus... __________________ The Finish Line... Is Only The Begining 2005 Nissan Murano SE with TECH PKG. "Z" GRILL,PolarStart Remote Car Starter(made in Alberta for Alberta) JWT Pop charger SE Black Chrome wheels with Bridgestone dueler HP SPORT rubber custom flowmaster rear exhaust

02-07-2007, 03:19 PM	#6 (permalink)
elliotgb Super Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Cary, NC Posts: 545	Sort of reminds me of the new Rav4, only stretched out and without the spare tire hanging off the back. Not bad though. __________________ 2004 Polished Pewter, SL AWD, Touring, No Nav, Custom Body Moldings

02-07-2007, 03:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
bdubs9 Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: san jose, ca Posts: 26	still not for me, either. the exterior is too boxy, I don't care for the 3rd row and the bucket seats in the second row. the safest place for a small child is in the middle of the row -- not even possible to put a seat there. I'm not too wild that LATCH hook on the MO's middle seat is way in the back, but at least i can put a seat there. __________________ 2006 SL AWD Touring Package Platinum w/caffe latte leather Cross bars, Curt hitch, K&N filter

02-07-2007, 04:37 PM	#8 (permalink)
KSmurano Moderator Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 774	Just another "PRETENDER.......3rd row seat". I know most of you guys don't like BIG SUVs, but sometimes you need them. ie: with 3 boys & a dog they all need some room to spread out, so that they don't end up killing each other. The Gator with 2nd row buckets & a split bench 3rd row, gives everyone there own corner! They even have room for the size 12's shoes! I just don't get the Highlander, MDX, Pilot, etc... saying they have 3rd rows but only truely fitting 3rd graders? __________________ 10 Infiniti QX56 4WD 03 Murano SL AWD SS - Sold 5/10 08 Hyundai Santa Fe Limited 01 Spyder GT Saronno Red 05 Subaru Impreza RS Sport AWD #1 son 02 Nissan Sentra #2 son 79 Olds Cutlass original owner & 1st car w/ 74k miles http://www.cardomain.com/ride/810560/1

02-09-2007, 06:54 PM	#9 (permalink)
bob1 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Peachtree City, Ga. Posts: 1,206	Didn't do a thing for me on the outside. Take my word folks, I went last week to that marketing deal down town. You know, no cameras or phones allowed. They has us preview what they called the Chrysler B model. This was a paid 2.5 hour review and critique. This was not the SUV that is listed on some of the secret car photo sites. Believe me, I looked. The ones on those sites preview a boxy SUV crossover that looks like a cross between a Dodge Nitro and I dunno, something or other. Half of it was covered in shrouds. The new one that I previewed was in direct competition with the MO as that was one of 13 or so 2007 cars that we had to compare it too. They just called it the Chrysler B at the show. It kicked major A$$. This was a marriage between a Crossfire and an SUV. Unbelievable lines. Yes, this was prettier than the MO in my opinion. It will have a V-6 with about 250 horse. The interior was still a secret as we were not allowed to cross a carpet that the car sat on in the middle of the floor. I wish I knew when this was to debut. I have shyed away from cars made by the big 3 but this one with some definite German engineering apparent has really caught my eye. Indicated price was about 6-7K cheaper than the MO. Looking forward to the debut.....whenever that will be??? Bob1 __________________ Former 2004 SL/Polished Pewter 2WD 2004 Infiniti G-35 2 door Coupe 2010 V6 highlander/Blizzard Pearl

02-10-2007, 09:12 AM	#10 (permalink)
Eric L. Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 8,199	I like the clever second row middle position - it stows away underneath the center console when not in use! Smart! 270hp? Looks like the MO has some catching up to do. __________________ 2003 Midnight Blue SE AWD w/VDC Colgan Bra, Mobil One, JWT POP charger PAC aux input adapter, hardwired Escort Passport x50, KUDA mount for MP3 player, Porterfield R4S brake pads (now Akebono ProACT), ATE Superblue Yokohama Envigor (much improved over stock Goodyears) Lots of squeaks and rattles.

02-10-2007, 09:59 AM	#11 (permalink)
dborla01 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Southern Oregon Posts: 139	new toyot Nasty looking beast! Reminds me of the Pilot we almost bought before seeing and instantly buying our MO in Dec. of 02. Toyota sure knows how to make ugly cars. Some bean counter figured out how to make their models as innocuous as possible and overly succeeded. Just look at Camry! Meanwhile Europeans get sexy shaped cars that have style. Too bad though, they can't get their electronics together. Darrell

02-10-2007, 01:24 PM	#12 (permalink)
GripperDon Mr. 3 K, 3/3/5. 5K,10/5/7 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: PB5-926 Posts: 5,077	Uh-Ga-ly __________________ Previous Owner of, The Mod Mo, 05, SL, FWD, Platinum, Charcoal Leather, Touring, Technology Pkgs., TPMS etc. Chrome Wheels, Roof Rack Bbars. Cargo Protector. Extended Warranty, X-Tire, AutoMate. Leatherique treated leather. Diamond Window Tint, Tires 3 step balanced. Stainless Steel Laser Cut Grill. Glass VIN etch, Debadged. Silver Painted Calipers. 1300F Ceramic painted Muffler. B-Quite Supreme, sound matting. External Sound ndercoated. White Led Parking Lights. Led Front Door Entrance Lights. Yellow Ion Fogs. Silver-Amber Front Turn Signals. Hella 100 Watt @ 5000K Driving Lights. SAT receiver–Delphi XM Roady2 Hidden Antenna install. Fan cooled Inverter AC to Xbox. MTX 200 watt auto on Amp deciated power to Bose Sub Woofer. PAC-Niss dual aux in for Sat and X Box audio. Generator Labs NoNag modded Rear Camera. “NAV Box" W/Modded X Box X2 Chip. DVD’s, MP3 & JPEG pics ,160 gig HD / Wireless Lynksis 802.11G Ethernet link. Runs Xbox Media Center. rear Bumper Protector. Selectable Horns: OEM MO/WoLo air. Tinted Tails-Bright bulbs. Tweeters tilted + 19uf mod. Lower Grill Stone Shield. Front Floor Amber Courtesy Lights. Chrome over Stainless Rocker Bars. Wireless LED Turn Signal Mirrors. Top mounted Led Stop Light modded with The backoff.

02-10-2007, 03:31 PM	#13 (permalink)
Gonzo Moderator Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 4,092	Nothing to compare to.... the MO wins hands down. Its very Honda Pilotish. __________________ 2003 SL AWD Black

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