Nissan Murano Z51 (2009-2014)

Major fault with Murano Z51 Series 2 MY10 at 80,000kms – When my 2010 model Murano's went in for its 80,000 km service the dealer told my I had a leaking head gasket that would have to be replaced. The total cost of repairs exceeded $3000 Australian. Of course the car was outside it's new car warranty. I'm 60 years old, drive the car like a 60 year old and keep the vehicle in immaculate condition. I had… Read more

the issue checked by another mechanic from another garage and they confirmed there was a problem. Thankfully I had paid for an extended warranty with an insurance company when I bought the car and the repairs were completed at no cost to me. But seriously, a car of this value with a leaking head gasket at 80K? To make matters worse I previously owned a Nissan 350Z (2009). It's synchro mesh between 1st and 2nd gear failed around 40,000 kms. That car was still under warranty and the dealer replaced the gear box but i waited more than 6 weeks for the parts to come from Japan - no major parts of this nature were held forward in Australia. In summary, two new Nissans since 2009 both with significant mechanical failures. Would I buy another Nissan? No way.

Sport SUV – I bought this car two weeks ago and as an automotive engineer who works more than 10 years in car industries, I need to say: this car is amazing! A 3.5 V6 260 hp engine enables your car to reach 100 km in less than 8 seconds. Lovely sporty feeling of handling is strange for such a big SUV and sometimes you forget this is an 1800 kg big SUV. I am… Read more ·  3

not a big fan of CVT transmission but this car is an exception. High quality trim is really impressive. I have ST with leather seats, 11 speakers Bose audio and back camera. If you pay 10000 more you will have a navigator, sunroof and a few electrical actuators more. I paid 40000$ for a brand new car which is quite cheap for such vehicle. Other competitors are not even close in this price range. If you are quick maybe you can find 2012 plated in the market in that price. Fuel consumption is about 14 L in city which is normal. If you are looking for more economic cars, then go for a Mazda CX5 or VW Tiguan but they are just a little bit higher sedan not an original SUV.(Sorry for poor English which is not my first language.) Sporty, Clever, Luxury

Excellent – Brilliant car in all aspects,as said above the interior is stylish has all you need 6 stack CD playing, GPS, climate controll,front seat warmers,vent in the rear for the passangers, rain sensors, the list goes on. The ride is fantastic around town or on the highway.If you really thinking about buying this type of car you will be so surprised well… Read more

worth a test drive. We purchased our new murano march 09 the TI Model and what a great car, it looks good, it is super comfy not just for the driver which we found in alot of other cars was the case but the kids as well, the quality finish is beautiful and it has more than enough space for my myself, my husband and our 12 and 13 year old. We spent months viewing and test driving many similar cars but I am so glad we purchased the murano.As it has been said before the ride is super smooth and powerful easy to park with the great reversing camera GPS is a breeze to use.I could go on and on brilliant. We have one small complaint and it is that the glove compartment is not big enough.

Japanese quality with luxury and performance – Always serviced by Nissan, my Murano has been perfect with no problems. Travelled 135,000km and feels like it will go on for another 135,000km. I owned two other previous generation Muranos when I was living in North America and these were also excellent and trouble free vehicles. It is a very comfortable vehicle with a luxury feel. The sound… Read more

system is superb with it's music box, iPod connectivity and bluetooth audio. The cabin is quiet at all speeds. The suspension is a good compromise between comfort and handling. The SatNav is updated via annual DVD releases from third party sellers. I hope to keep driving this Murano for another 6 years.

My Second Murano - A great reliable vehicle with tons of Room. The CVT problem was solved over 10 ye – This is my second Murano , plenty of room , very well appointed and a very strong Engine. People refer to the CVT automatic problem , this was resolved by Nissan over 10 years ago .I'm on my second one and never had anything but perfect smooth operation from the gear box. The car is very reliable and has excellent passing on open highways and great for big families  Show details

So roomy! – The driving is so great, I feel really safe in it and all my mirrors show everything. The sun roof makes it have such a great feel about it and the boot is great for all the shopping. The leather inside & heated seats are an added bonus. Definitely recommend for a family car.  Show details

Don't be stupid. It's been discontinued for a reason – CVT transmission. Do your research first. Unperfected transmission. Constantly failing. Costs approx 8-12 thousand to have it repaired. The cars damn ugly anyway so not sure why you'd further risk it. Hence being discontinued. Legit don't take my word, Google, Murano/Dualis CVT transmission issues. These cars are trash. Buy a Kia Sportage.  Show details

Good looking and reliable car – Very good looking car, super comfortable and nice interior design. Very powerful engine. Didnt liked the CVT transmission, although it was super smooth with no troubles. The fuel consumption is relatively high for the its class. The leather quality is outstanding. The down side its that its front wheel drive (have part time 4wd) dont like the steering feel and handling. sometimes it feels like a hatch back front wheel drive.  Show details

don't trust Nissan CVT – I bought my Murano Ti brand new in 2011. Since then every service was done by nissan dealer. 5years and 100,000km later, 3 days after I paid $800 for 100,000km major service, CVT broke down. Towed to Nissan dealer, quoted $12,000 to replace it. Made a complaint to Nissan Australia, been told is out of warranty, nothing they can do. My advice to you, Don't buy a Nissan or get rid of it before warranty expires.  Show details

Smooth ride. Good value – Nissan murano is good looking car with smooth driving experience. It's really good value for the money. Just make sure service the transmission oil n right time. If you maintain very well sure it's the best suv for value. Show details

On my 2nd Murano and I wouldn’t live without it – This is my second Murano. My first was a 2006 Z50 that was totalled in a crash, where the occupants of the other car were injured but I was not. I loved the Murano so much I had to get another. I have a 2009 Ti. It is amazing value for money. You get fully electric seats and steering wheel, that automatically recline backwards when you exit the… Read more

car and return to their saved position when you turn the ignition back on.

There is ambient lighting throughout the vehicle, leather trim, and the tailgate is fully electric. You are able to open it via the intelligent fob, a button near the steering wheel, or via the button on the tailgate. Closing it is just as easy.

There is a fantastic reverse camera that is angled downwards so you know EXACTLY how far you are from something behind you, no more guessing. And when you turn the steering wheel, the indicator lines on the camera also move to show you where you’ll go. Automatic headlights and windshield wipers further elevate this vehicle.

Getting in and out is comfortable and luxurious for a car of its age. It has intelligent entry, so you can leave the fob in your pocket, and push button start. The interior is quite good and holds up well to time. While not quite as modern as a brand new car it doesn’t look outdated by any means.

Dual climate control ensures you and your passenger ride in style, and the navigation system is easy to figure out and follow.

I have had no mechanical issues with this vehicle. It drives smoothly and is incredibly stylish. The improved 3.5l V6 is lighter on fuel than the previous Z50 and puts out more horsepower. Whether you’re on the motorway or just taking off from a suburban stop sign, the power is wonderful. The car is equipped with 4WD mode, which is fine for unpaved roads, but don’t expect it to do well on sand or climbing. The braking is decent for such a heavy vehicle but do expect it to be harder to stop than a small hatch.

I would recommend the Murano to anyone who wants the look and feel of a powerful 4WD while having the economy, style, and technology of a modern SUV.

Smooth luxurious SUV – This is my second Murano. I sold my 2009 when I moved interstate and always said I'd buy another if I had the opportunity. Bought a 2013 Ti with 135,000kms for $12,500. Has every luxury under the sun EXCEPT reverse sensors (my 2009 had sensors).. It's fine for the most part as it has a reverse camera but I do miss them at times. It drives… Read more

exceptionally well, CVT is super smooth but I do get worried about it potentially failing after reading some very disgruntled owner reviews about it - I only plan to keep it for a year or two due to CVT concerns given it's an older car but for the most part the Murano is an absolutely fantastic car.

Absolutely heartbroken! – I had a lot of cars and came across Nissan Murano by true accident. Never looked back! Fantastic value for money. Phenomenal performance, great standard inclusions and most of all a very comfortable vehicle. With about 170000 km on the clock it is really difficult to pay 3 to 4 times more for similar qualities.  Show details ·  1

Best car I have ever owned, even better than the Z50! – So far I have enjoyed 80,000km of trouble free driving with the Z51. This is my second Murano and its suits my life style down to the ground. Plush interior for when you have to take customers for a ride, huge boot and roof racks makes the weekend surf trips a snap. I love the comfortable interior and powerful smooth engine. I do a lot country… Read more

miles and this car just eats them up without any fuss. Quiet cabin really allows me to enjoy the sensational Bose sound system which sounds incredible and commented on by my kinds whenever they are in it. Very sad to learn that Nissan won't be bringing the new model in. My lease runs out soon and I will need to replace the car but having a lot of trouble trying to find anything of similar quality, performance and comfort for the price.

Great Suv . CVT is great – Had it for 5 years now. Great features and love the leather seats. CVT hater could be ford salesman still selling convential 4 gear auto. premium paint, no rust. solid corner braking. absolutely love it. good ground clearance. Service is not bad but avoid dealership service as it could be costly.  Show details

All the trimmings for 15k less than the badge! – I love this car. It is my third Nissan car (after a Maxima and an X-Trail and my favourite so far). Wonderful to drive, luxurious interior, powerful engine and all the trimmings of luxury cars. Love it and wouldn't change it for another. You get the full package without paying the price for overly expensive Japanese or European brands. Striking… Read more

design, like nothing on the road. I paid 45K for an ex demo, when you look at 60K+ for the competitors. I take my hat off to Nissan for offering such a wonderful 4WD that sets you apart from the crowd. Leather interiors, everything electric, enormous space for back seat passengers, integrated sat nav system, moon roof and power tailgate in the Ti model Only minus I can think is that while the engine is a powerful 3.5L, the car is heavy and it does take a couple of seconds to feel the full power of the engine. Once it kicks in, it is a beauty and feels wonderful.

Love love my Nissan Murano Ti – Bought our TI brand new at Xmas 2011, and just love it. Love the leather interior, panorama roof, electric boot, the stereo just pumps, love the quietness on the road, heaps of leg room, love the memory seats, stylish interior, and the look of the outside is up there with the Lexus. Look, feel, drive, stylish, stereo, so roomy for your legs, great boot size.  Show details

Good SUV : Bad dealership and customer service – I purchased 2013 TI in September 2014 from Magic Nissan Mellvile Perth. Near new 11000 km one owner ex nissan Australia company car. The only issue I had was the SAT NAV didn't work the reason being the software had never been loaded. Long story short , dealer wanted me to spend an additional $400.00 to update the software to make it… Read more

functional.Unexceptable, response from the dealership and after an exhauseable email exchange the dealership and Nissan Australia Paid 50%each.To put right what should have been sorted before the sale was finalised.

The suv other featuers work well, power boot , is handy, power front seat also an good idea.The engine has plenty of power, and is enconnomical .

Perfect car, i love the sound system. I have Murano Z51 2009 162800 on clock mǎjor service done de – Perfect car, i love the sound system. I have Murano Z51 2009 162800 on clock, major service done. Drivers like new.  Show details

Never buy a Murano – I have now owned my second Nissan Murano Z51 in Ti trim for a little over two years, purchased brand new. The first one had all sorts of little niggles and was traded for a 2012 Murano Ti. The car had rattles and all sorts of cabin noises from day one, some are still not fixed. The Bluetooth system was not working properly from very early on, but… Read more

the dealer couldn't find the fault. It was finally replaced after nearly two years. Last week the CVT gear box stopped working properly, after 2 years 2 months and nearly 78,000km. It's a warranty claim, but it took Nissan Australia over a week to just deliver a gearbox to the dealer, who is less than 20 km from Nissan HQ. Nissan Australia is arrogant, has poor customer serivice and I will get rid of my car ASAP, as I don't want to pay for any costly repairs after the warranty expired. Sorry Nissan, not good enough and you lost a customer (not that you care anyway)

CVT Dramas! – 4.5years old Nissan Murano. Bought 2years ago from a dealer. Driving along, it stops all acceleration. Towed to nissan. Told $8000 for a new transmission not including labour. Don't worry I have extended warranty! Nope, Not covered. After researching CVTs in Murano's it seems that it's a huge problem & Nissan refused to recall them. Nissan USA… Read more

have 10year replacement warranties on there CVTs as they recognised there was an issue, Nissan Australia do not!! Owing plenty still on the car & no money to fix!

Not happy at all will be taking this further! Anyone out there in Australia with this issue!!?? Advice? Nice to start with due to the luxuries, although most cars have leather options & gadgets without the expensive drama CVT Issues! Loves the fuel, Key sensor works when it wants to, steering wheel can no longer be adjusted.

Number Five – Picking up our new Murano ST next week which will be the fifth one over eight years. Have had two early model STs followed by two Ti models. Change them over before 60k and have not had a spot of trouble with any of them. Great deals on the ST meant that we couldn't justify the extra 11k for the few extras on the Ti model this time around. A pleasure to drive. Safety features. Ride height. Design.  Show details

My best car... so far! – Having read the other reviews I felt compelled to share my views. I bought my 2nd Murano TI2 in May 2010 and have never been happier. I have not found fault with my Murano's. The eye-catching styling (which other manufacturers now seem to be following), the quality, engine, CVT, smoothness, quietness and a host of inclusions which are only… Read more ·  1

optional on other vehicles makes the Murano absolute value for money. Also, for its size, the Murano is not excessively thirsty when it comes to fuel economy (in my view). I can't wait to see the new model Murano which I believe will be released in late 2014. Eye-catching styling, quality, great engine and transmission (CVT), smoothness, quietness and a host of inclusions.

Never, ever buy a Nissan – We purchased a brand new Nissan Murano Ti in 2009, and have just had to pay $9000 in repair fees for engine parts that have worn out. As we were 3 weeks out of warranty, Nissan refused to assist in any way, leaving us with a massive bill to pay and a dodgy car. Fancy gadgets Nissan provide extremely poor customer service, and have a complete lack of accountability for faulty products Show details

nissan murano ti registerd2010 – i am a new zealander,have owned the car from new,2nd murano that i have owned,lovely car, but very bad road noise.is it the tyres that i have on it? they are hankook ventus st 225/65/r18.i am debating as to wether i will by another.the previous murano that i owned was very road noisey, i was told that this one would be quieter, i dont think so.  Show details

My 3rd Murano!! – I have just taken delivery of my 3rd murano. I have to say that I am a true advocate of this car. I have been very happy with my 2 previous vehicles also. I replace so frequently as I do around 50,000km per year. The murano just eats up the highway & is a very comfortable and capable vehicle. Comfort, Handling, Styling  Show details ·  3

Beautifully appointed – Bought a new Ti in 1010 September. It's a very comfortable and well equipped interior, and a unique external style that make it look and feel agile. The 3.5 V6 is very quiet and the transmission is smooth, though I do hope for better fuel economy, which I am getting 13l/100km around town. Great interior and ride Hope for better fuel economy Show details

Model variation – I own a 2011 (Australian) release Ti. Before buying it I looked for an owner's manual to get some idea of the features etc. Nissan Australia is tight fisted in this area so none are available for download, so I looked at the US version which included, among other things, music box. However it appears that Australia lags the rest of the civilised… Read more

world by 12 mths. IOW to get music box here you need to buy the 2012 model. Are we some kind of dumping ground for superseded model runs? If I'm wrong in this please feel free to say but that's been my finding. We're basically being asked to pay full tote odds for what everywhere else, or at least the US and probably Europe, is a last year's run out model. Is this ethical or fair? BTW I love my Murano.

Trouble Free Motoring – Brought a 2010 Murano Ti excellent to travel on long trips fuel economy around 8L on open road in town approx 13L. Fully loaded with features but beeping tailgate annoying. Only issue so far was steering wheel peeling leather this was promptly replaced under warranty.Very comfortable, excellent power on open road a great car both around town and… Read more

long trips. SatNav update is ridiculous at approx $500. Front is difficult to judge when parking sensors should be standard. Overall an enjoyable vehicle with little to fault. Roomy comfortable interior, comfortable ride, full sized alloy spare wheel, Bose sound system, Reverse camera Satnav updates expensive, needs front parking sensors standard

2010 Ti. love that car :-) – Had our Murano for 2 years now and hasn't missed a beat. Love the comfort, style and general feel. Getting 11.4 L/100 average (around town mainly) 30,000km, so very happy with that. Rear camera a must, wish I had got the front sensors. Great value for money considering all the toys, love the design. CVT does take a bit of getting used to. Love… Read more ·  1

the smoothness and how quiet it is. Smooth, quiet, design, space, comfort, toys A pillars are quite thick and block vision sometimes. It's so quiet you can hear the odd rattle you normally wouldn't hear.

Disgusted with Nissans after market customer Care – We traded a Toyota Landcruiser (for medical reasons, height wise) we bought a 2010 Murano Ti, brand new! At 2000 kms the brakes started screaming after taking it back to Nissan 5 times, Nissan Customer Care "not" ended by saying it's wear & tear, they machined the rotates once but then wiped their hands of the problem saying it's my fault because… Read more

I drive to carefully & I don't slam the brakes enough!!!

I have also taken the car in 4 times before Nissan decided to change the motor under the drivers seat, I adjusted my seat to drive the car out of Nissan....[censored word removed] the seat still doesn't work....took it in another 2 times before Nissan decided to change the whole seat out of a new car, we are already looking around for another car, we will NEVER buy another Nissan & would not recommend this car to anyone....Nissan should be ashamed of the so called CUSTOMER CARE...

The woman I spoke to was condescending & defensive right from the start....WHAT EVER HAPPENED TO THE CARE FACTOR IN CUSTOMER CARE......this let you down Nissan...I think you need to review your protocol, I felt it took far to long to sort these problems out.....PS: BRAKES STILL SCREAMING!!!! Nice to drive & great features If they worked properly..... Uses more fuel than quoted, Drivers seat motor faulty, Squeaky Brakes

A sheer joy to drive! – I absolutely love my Murano, only had it 1 year, but it has all the bells & whistles I didn't have in my 97 Prado, I call it my gadget machine. Nissan really has thought of it all, without the big price tag, perfect size, great leg room, spot on. Inexpensive, fuel efficient, smooth ride & comfortable seating. Does have side blind spots as with most vehicles of this shape, need to be aware of this when driving. Show details

Good – Great. I am 6'4" tall and it has HEAPS of room for me, wife, baby seat, luggage and tow the jet ski. Fuel consumption is much better than mates CX7, with the Murano averaging under 12lt per 100klm around town and just under 10 on the highway. Excellent car for the long haul Size, confort, equipment levels, styling, service costs, not too… Read more

common. A little rolly polly in corners. Not too fussed on the CVT transmission. Because it is always searching for the lowest revs possible to maximise fuel consumption it lacks the feeling of get up and go.

Good honest car – We have a 2010 Nissan Murano ST which so far has been extremely reliable, we test drove many cars (Sportage, Kluger, Forester, Outback, Captiva, first series Murano) before deciding on the Murano. The Sportage and the Forester were good cars but we felt they were a little small for our intended use, the Kluger was a touch too big, the Captiva… Read more ·  1

wasn't for us and the Outback was ruled out only because we wanted the higher driving position. The first series Murano didn't suit us it was a bit rolly polly in its handling and the dash looked dated. Although the lastest Murano isn't perfect we have found it a really enjoyable car to own. Reliable, good looking, nice interior, roomy, powerful yet reasonably economical motor (10L on the highway, 12 around town unless you have a heavy right foot then you might see 13L to 14L around town ), safety, build quality, nice CVT, high driving position provides good visibility except when backing, reasonable servicing costs, plenty of room for a few kids, they have made the child seat anchor points more user friendly on this model, handles well for a big heavy car Parking sensors and rear view camera should be standard on the ST model, we fitted aftermarket ones that have made it much easier to back (it was hard to reverse without them), for my build the rear seat isn't comfy for long trips ,its roomy enough but the rear seat doesn't feel right to me, people of different builds might find it ok check for yourself, recommended to run on premium which is much more expensive than normal fuel

Excellent – I have just purchased a new Murano TI and I only have high praise for this vehicle. It offers a magnificent driving experience. The drive is smooth and effortless. The cabin is packed with fantastic and useful gizmos and gadgets. When i sit in the vehicle i feel like i am back in Tokyo. A great car! I was deciding between upgrading the Toyota… Read more

Kluger that I had or this vehicle. I chose the Nissane Murano as the Toyota Klluger seems to have focused on being more of a people mover Tarago than a true spacious SUV. Styling, handling, feature packed cabin. No sunroof option.