Used 2018 Nissan Murano Platinum for sale 

The Nissan Murano comes in four trims, all with attractive and different features that will enthrall you. The most costly is the Platinum trim, which consists of LED Headlights and 20" aluminum-alloy wheels. The Nissan Connect Service is an important addition too. As standard, you get features such as an 8-inch touch screen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, a navigation system, satellite radio,  six speakers, two USB ports, 18-inch alloy wheels. a rearview camera, forward collision warning, keyless entry, push-button start, dual-zone climate control, and automatic headlights.

Trims	S	SV	SL	Platinum
MSRP (FWD)	$30,800	$34,100	$38,500	$42,230
MSRP (AWD)	$32,400	$35,700	$40,100	$43,830
Key Features	18" aluminum-alloy wheels	Includes S features plus:	Includes SV features plus:	Includes SL features plus:
	Nissan Navigation System	Blind Spot Warning	Leather-appointed and heated seats	20" Machine-finished aluminum-alloy wheels
	Apple CarPlay	The leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob	Intelligent Around View Monitor	Power Panoramic Moonroof with one-touch open/close
	Android Auto	Remote Engine Start System with Intelligent Climate Control	Intelligent Cruise Control	LED Headlights
	Nissan Intelligent Key	10-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support	Bose Premium Audio System	Climate-controlled front seats (heated and cooled)
	Automatic Emergency Braking	4-way power-adjustable front passenger's seat	Motion Activated Liftgate	Power-tilt and power-telescoping steering column with memory position
	Fog lights	Ambient Lighting	NissanConnect Services powered by Sirius

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Keeping in mind the prices of all versions of the car, if you are looking for an SUV for both short and long drives, you certainly need to go for the SL version. It is not priced as high as the Platinum version and has exciting features such as the Bose Music System, heated steering wheel, heated side mirrors, adaptive cruise control, a 360-degree view parking camera, and a hands-free power liftgate.

The 2018 Nissan Murano comes powered with a 3.5L DOHC 24-Valve V6 engine that generates 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque. It adheres to Nissan's logic of the larger the name, the better the functioning and efficiency. The V6 motor is punchy enough and has a good amount of low-end grunt. The engine is hooked to a CVT transmission that is made with various grooves to reduce the rubberband effect. The engine feels refined and can munch miles all day long. However, doing quick overtakes is not very easy as the engine runs out of breath at high RPMs. Overall, it gets the job done of transporting people without much fuss.

Even with an advanced CVT unit, on harsh acceleration, you will feel the typical CVT delay. Thus, it is not a vehicle meant to be driven hard as its tilt towards fuel efficiency is obvious.

Models	Nissan Murano	Ford Edge	Kia Sorento	Hyundai Santa Fe
MSRP	$30,800	$29,220	$25,800	$29,850
Engine	3.5L DOHC 24-valve V6	2.0L Turbocharged 4-cylinder	2.4L 4-cylinder	3.3L 24-valve V-6
Transmission	CVT Automatic	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic	6-Speed Automatic
Power	260 hp	245 hp	185 hp	290 hp
Torque	240 lb-ft	275 lb-ft	178 lb-ft	252 lb-ft

Though it has faced tough competition from cars such as Santa Fe, it is still a great performance car. With smooth and good engine performance, the car is totally adaptable to conditions of a city, mountains, highway, or any other scenario. When compared, only Santa Fe manages to beat Murano in power output.

Acceleration

The Nissan Murano can reach 0 mph to 60 mph in about 7.8 seconds which is not that bad for a mid-size crossover SUV. The 3.5L powertrain takes away all the credit for it. This feature makes the SUV a responsive car with an excellent balance in all aspects. Most of the cars in the segment emit a similar quantity of Carbon Dioxide.

Models	Nissan Murano	Ford Edge	Kia Sorento	Hyundai Santa Fe
0-60 MPH	7.8 sec	7.3 sec	8.7 sec	7.3 sec
Quarter mile	16.0 sec	15.7 sec	16.4 sec	15.8 sec
Top Speed	140 mph	130 mph	143 mph	127 mph
Emission Tons/yr. of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year	7.4	7.4	7.3	8.4

It excels in most of the aspects from its competitors, although the time taken to accelerate from 0 to 60mph is less, however, it is covered with the quality of the engine and the less rate of carbon dioxide emitted. This helps Nissan Murano to outclass the biggest competitor i.e. Santa Fe.

Braking

The 2018 Nissan Murano gets a large 12.6-inch disc rotor at the front and a 12.1-inch rotor at the rear. Nissan again excels in the braking comparison. The distance of 119ft taken from 60 to 0 mph shows the authority of the brakes. This sets it apart from its competitors. The front and the rear brakes are also balanced.

The brakes are also aided by a host of electronics, which include ABS, EBD, and Brake Assist. The brake assist feature is a new addition to the Murano which works flawlessly in an emergency situations.

Model	Nissan Murano	Ford Edge	Kia Sorento	Hyundai Santa Fe
Brake Front(in)	12.6	13.6	12.6	12.6
Brake Rear(in)	12.1	12.4	12.0	11.9
Curb weight(lbs)	3769	3927	3704	4026
60-0 MPH (ft.)	119	125	130	125

The Murano is on the lighter side when compared to the rivals in the segment. The SUV weighs 3,769 lbs. However, the sophisticated braking system with its modern electronics has improved its stopping power significantly. The SUV can come to a halt from 60 MPH in just 119 feet. The Kia Sorento takes up to 130 ft to come to a complete halt. 

Handling

The 2018 Nissan Murano is a comfortable SUV to drive. However, the steering is a bit too soft at highway speeds, which might take away the confidence. At city speeds, the Murano is easy to maneuver in tight spaces. The larger 20-inch wheels might look good, but it transfers most of the vibrations into the cabin while you hit a large bump or a pothole. However, if you go for the 18-inch standard wheels, the ride is comparably composed, even on rougher sections of roads. 

The Murano with its tall stance does have a notable amount of roll in corners. The quick burst of power is rewarded only at highway speeds, which might tempt you to push the engine to the higher revs for small overtakes. The overall ride quality is good by SUV standards. However, if you are a person who wants to be chauffeur-driven, the Murano may fall back in impressing you with the ride quality.