Thinking about getting a Murano, need some suggetions

jls485 · Oct 31, 2007

Guys, I need some help, I just joined this site in need for some suggestion. I was looking at the 4Runner, everything looks good except the gas mileage. So now I'm looking into the Murano; I don't ask for much, but realiablity. Would you guys recommend it? Do you guys experienced any major defects, problems, recalls? Is there a year of Murano that I shoud avoid?

THanks for the help.

Eric L. · Oct 31, 2007

2003-2004 Muranos had an alternator recall - you should make sure any used model you look at had that done. Also, check for leaking transfer/transmission seals, as these can lead to those components failing down the line.

Pickles · Nov 2, 2007

Hi and Welcome,

I would highly recommend buying one. I had a 2004 which sadly was totalled on 10/14/2007 by this 17 year old kid who turned in front of me. I will be getting a 2007 soon. No major problems on mine.

GOOD LUCK

Ophitoxaemia · Nov 17, 2007

also looking for a murano. drove a new 2007 model, now looking for a used one (2003).

does anyone know how common the VDC option was? im having trouble finding one with it.

(i have a car with stability control and i am very impressed with it)

james

hfelknor · Nov 17, 2007

I wish there was a way to get that demographic, but I have never seen a breakout of the various options.
I have a funny feeling the VDC was not too popular.
I wanted it.

It cost $750 and was on all the tester models that I saw initially, but I don't remember too many people here with it. I know that you had to also buy some packages to get it.
I beleive that you had to buy the SL premium package to get it, I did, but I wasn't going to wait for an "ordered" car. Nothing in stock had it when I bought.

With the SE you had to buy the ......."Popular" package I think. That was quite expensive..........$3k? and then you had to buy the VDC for $750.

I'm glad that they have made it standard now.

Homer

njjoe · Nov 17, 2007

Ophitoxaemia said:
does anyone know how common the VDC option was? im having trouble finding one with it.

Ophit-

Like Homer indicated, the VDC option was not that popular. On the 2005 models it was part of the "Dynamic Control Package", which required the "Touring Package", which required the "Leather and Sunroof Package", which required the "Premium Package". So you basically needed a fully-optioned-out MO before you could even consider getting VDC.

I know it is not a scientific survey, but I did a search on eBay Motors for Nissan Muranos, and found 42 MOs up for bid. When I narrowed the search by including VDC I got back zero cars. There just aren't that many VDC-equipped MOs out there. Keep looking, you may get lucky.

-njjoe

Kris · Nov 17, 2007

I can sell you mine. 2003 Murano. Mechanically - best car out there! Well maintained. Unfortunately i do not have VDC. I wanted this option but it was hard to find. So I settled for "winter package" I did not need. But I did get all the other options I wanted...

If you want 03 with particular options it will be hard to find. I would advise go for best deal is there. You will not regret...

Ophitoxaemia · Nov 18, 2007

thanks for all the info! the window sticker is very helpful.

kris, your sounds perfect except i dont want gold.

ive got a couple of months before the baby is born and will keep looking for the (apparently rare) VDC option for a little longer. the similar system in my rx-8 has saved my ass a number of times.

james

Kris · Nov 18, 2007

Ophitoxaemia

I do notknow where do you live but VDC is one feature that every CUV, SUV should have. Good luck in your search....

Eric L. · Nov 18, 2007

Kris said:
Ophitoxaemia

I do notknow where do you live but VDC is one feature that every CUV, SUV should have. Good luck in your search....

I agree, if you want VDC, do not settle for one without it. The system seriously works, and has probably saved my bacon a few times in the MO.

Ophitoxaemia · Nov 18, 2007

oh, i live in the bay area, california. no snow. but i am a racer, so what is a normal drive for me can turn exciting if there is a patch of wet leaves or oil on the road. stability control can do things i cant do even as an expert driver- like apply a single rear brake to tighten the line.

looking forward to getting my murano!

Pickles · Nov 18, 2007

HI

According to my new brochure about the Nissan Rogue(smaller
version of the Murano), it has VDC standard on the S and SL model.
It also has steering wheel mounted paddle shifters....according to the book, it gets 27 mpg, over 400 miles in the tank.

I'm still considering getting this. The base price for a 2008 FWD
Rogue, 2.5 4cyl SL CVT is $20,670.00. The 2007 Murano SL V6 FWD is 29,380. Lot less and brand new. I, myself don't care about the paddle shifters cause we don't do that much driving on hilly terrain to use them. ... but, if you are into racing, you might. It says Formula One drivers have used them for years.

Good Luck with the new baby and Congrats.

Pickles · Nov 18, 2007

I forgot to ask, how did u come up with your name? I borrowed mine from my 21 year old cat who passed away 2 years ago.

Eric L. · Nov 18, 2007

Pickles said:
HI

According to my new brochure about the Nissan Rogue(smaller
version of the Murano), it has VDC standard on the S and SL model.
It also has steering wheel mounted paddle shifters....according to the book, it gets 27 mpg, over 400 miles in the tank.

I'm still considering getting this. The base price for a 2008 FWD
Rogue, 2.5 4cyl SL CVT is $20,670.00. The 2007 Murano SL V6 FWD is 29,380. Lot less and brand new. I, myself don't care about the paddle shifters cause we don't do that much driving on hilly terrain to use them. ... but, if you are into racing, you might. It says Formula One drivers have used them for years.

Good Luck with the new baby and Congrats.

Recent reviews of the Rogue show it does get better mileage than a Murano (obviously) but not quite 27mpg - it is more like 21-23mpg overall, which is still much better than a Murano.

risaralda · Nov 19, 2007

Well you can buy my car, I live in the Bay Area, you can pm.

Ophitoxaemia · Nov 19, 2007

when we test drove the new 07 murano, the dealer talked us into test driving a brand new rogue. buzzy 4 cylinder and the interior says econo-box to me. the murano is sleek and expensive feeling by comparison (which makes sense since its a lot more expensive).

Gonzo · Nov 19, 2007

That is what I said about the MO when comparing it to the FX45.

njjoe · Nov 19, 2007

Ophitoxaemia said:
but i am a racer, so what is a normal drive for me can turn exciting if there is a patch of wet leaves or oil on the road.

I guess it is even more exciting for those unfortunate enough to have to share the road with you. :awais:

-njjoe

Ophitoxaemia · Dec 3, 2007

found one! super clean black 2003, drives like new. the owner needs to find his title and we are good to go.

please chant with me:

"i will not mod this car. i will not mod this car. i will not mod this car."

james

Stu · Dec 3, 2007

Pickles said:
I forgot to ask, how did u come up with your name? I borrowed mine from my 21 year old cat who passed away 2 years ago.

Google is your friend.

Ophitoxaemia is the rather exotic term that characterizes the clinical spectrum of snake bite envenomation.

hfelknor · Dec 3, 2007

Stu said:
Google is your friend.

Ophitoxaemia is the rather exotic term that characterizes the clinical spectrum of snake bite envenomation.

And with the picture of the Cobra, we have lift off!

Homer

shelland · Dec 3, 2007

Eric L. said:
Recent reviews of the Rogue show it does get better mileage than a Murano (obviously) but not quite 27mpg - it is more like 21-23mpg overall, which is still much better than a Murano.

I bought my Murano in May, and I'm averaging 21.5 over that entire time. And I'm not basing that on the MO on-board screen - that's actual calculated mileage.

71vette · Dec 3, 2007

Too bad, you could have bought my 04....has every option (except sat radio) including VDC....will be buying a new 09. Only real problem is your in CA and I'm in NJ.

Thinking about getting a Murano, need some suggetions

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