Hello all. I've searched this board and couldn't find any info on whether or not Nissan figures its maximum towing capacities after the tow vechicle has reached it payload maximum. So, I e-mailed Nissan and got the following response:
"The Payload Capacity is that of a fully loaded vehicle with occupants and any cargo. This is seperate from Tow Capacity as the Murano may have a fully loaded Payload, and still be capable of towing 3,500 pounds. Again, thank you for your interest regarding this vehicle."
This is good news. Domestic makers usually figure maximum towing on a completely empty and optionless vechicle. You must then subtract payload, options, fuel, etc. from the towing capacity.
Just thought I would share ...
"The Payload Capacity is that of a fully loaded vehicle with occupants and any cargo. This is seperate from Tow Capacity as the Murano may have a fully loaded Payload, and still be capable of towing 3,500 pounds. Again, thank you for your interest regarding this vehicle."
This is good news. Domestic makers usually figure maximum towing on a completely empty and optionless vechicle. You must then subtract payload, options, fuel, etc. from the towing capacity.
Just thought I would share ...