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Winter often cripples the automotive market - with sales falling and interest waning. Drivers don’t wish to face the cold, trading dealerships for goose-down experiences. They choose to hibernate through every incentive.

The 2018 Murano has proven to be an exception to the seasonal rule, however. Nissan’s venerable crossover has achieved record-breaking sales - with February delivering a staggering 11% year-to-year increase.



According to Nissan, the new Murano dominates the charts. In February it secured 6,179 total units (compared to 2017’s 5,569). This allowed it to push past its competitors and the brand’s own top contenders, surpassing both the Titan and the Armada.

How did Nissan achieve such strong winter sales? The Kirkland team believes the answer lies beneath the Murano’s hood - with this crossover delivering a potent 3.5L DOHC V6 engine. Its high red-line (6,000 RPM) ensures all-terrain performance, yielding 260 HP and 246 lb.-ft of torque; while its available AWD maximizes every rev, combining an XTronic transmission with a multi-link strut suspension. These features work in tandem to create a smooth ride, enabling the platform to roar from 0 to 60 in just seven seconds.

The 2018 Murano has conquered both the snow and the sales charts - making it a true Seattle contender. To learn more about this and other Nissan crossovers contact our team today.
Seattle, it's time to embrace the dark side with the release of the 2018 Murano SL. Nissan has merged crossover practicality with its exclusive Midnight Edition Package, giving drivers what they want: unmatched versatility with haunting style. Dramatic visual impact is finally here!
 
 
According to a recent press release, the Midnight Edition Package is now being offered on 2018 Nissan Murano SLs to capitalize on the popular aftermarket trend of blackout wheels and trim. However, the advantage of ordering a factory-direct package is the quality and warranty of the product.
 
The Midnight Edition upgrade adds sleek 20-inch black aluminum alloy wheels that are sure to turn heads with their mysterious style. Blackout outside mirrors, roof rails and a license plate finisher also add to the Murano's dark good looks, along with a black V-Motion grille, front and rear lower bumper accents, and side body moldings. Midnight Edition black exterior name/grade badges, splash guards, and illuminated kickplates complete the package. 
 
Available on the 2018 Murano SL, Nissan's Midnight Edition Package promises to deliver intense style to Seattle streets. To experience the impact and appeal for yourself, contact our dealership to schedule a test drive.
The frustration is all too familiar. You glare at your phone, trying to frighten its battery back to an acceptable level. It remains impervious to your threats, however, and drops yet another percentage point - leaving you with no source of entertainment for the long drive home. Silence will be your companion for this commute.

Don’t panic: Nissan has a solution for this connectivity problem. Take advantage of the 2018 Murano’s extensive digital suite!



As Nissan recently explained, the 2018 Murano is primed for every mile - utilizing a series of tech options to keep drivers engaged. An eight-inch touchscreen frames the center console, allowing for easy access to the SiriusXM satellite radio and TraveLink system (which provides real-time movie listings, sports scores, and other customizable content). USB ports offer effortless iPod integration, while wireless Bluetooth links allow users to sync their tablets. Utilize the voice-activated controls to send text messages or read social feeds; shake the cabin with the available BOSE stereo; and sample songs from your favorite artists via the single-CD player.

To ensure seamless connectivity, the 2018 Murano also boasts Apple CarPlay and Android Auto software - enabling drivers to interact with the smartphones (when the battery is charged, of course).

Want to experience premium infotainment? Visit our dealership today to learn more about the 2018 Murano!

A second seems so innocuous - and yet its short span is enough to send your car sliding off the pavement, with all traction lost on a too-sharp curve. That little moment becomes terrifyingly long and, even after it ends, the panic lingers.

Nissan wishes to spare you this feeling - which is why it’s bolstered the 2018 Murano with an intuitive safety suite. These technologies will ensure improved responses on the highway, and they’ll help to counter the fear of a sudden crash.



As a recent Nissan press release explains, the 2018 Murano is tailored for accident prevention. Four cameras line the front and rear, utilizing radar scanners to detect approaching obstacles (this information is then relayed in real-time to a seven-inch LCD screen to ensure drivers maintain 360-degree views of their environments). Intelligent Cruise Control promotes highway-regulated speeds, while Automatic Emergency Braking engages when a potential crash is sensed. Rear Cross Traffic Alerts constantly monitor the lanes, and Blind Spot Warnings help to negate sudden collisions.

Nissan has also fused the 2018 Murano with its signature Around View system. This utilizes a series of audio and visual cues to alert drivers to approaching impediments while reversing. It proves crucial in crowded downtown garages and allows for smooth parking.

With the release of the 2018 Murano, Nissan provides drivers with the security they deserve - and it enables them to avoid those all too dangerous seconds. To learn more contact us today.

buy a new nissan murano near seattle washingtonSUV drivers are historically not very concerned with power. Sure, utility is usually important; comfort and style come in a close second and third... But performance? Not usually top of the list. Well, for those of you who believe that agility and force are must-haves for any crossover to truly possess the full package, the 2018 Nissan Murano is the vehicle for you.

It all starts with the Murano’s 3.5-L V6. Able to rev up to 260 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, this engine can do more than just take you from point A to point B (like trailer up to 1,500 lbs, for instance). With class-exclusive,
next-generation CVT technology, this shiftless transmission system can give you the perfect amount of force and hold you there. Goodbye gear hunting!

When it comes to handling, the 2018 Murano provides the perfect amount of precision exactly whenever and wherever you need it most. With intelligent AWD technology, power is sent to each axle independently depending on conditions. Climbing a steep and uneven grade? All wheels kick in simultaneously to help carry you up. Up to speed and on the highway? The system sends power to the front only to increase fuel economy.

Contact Kirkland Nissan to see the 2018 Murano for yourself.

The 2018 Nissan Murano is a big-time player in the SUV market. It commands consumer attention through its sublime combination of safety and performance features that push its segment forward. If you’re looking for a fresh ride in the new year, this could be the one!


There is a myriad of onboard safety inclusions, but we’re going to focus on two integral ones in this space today. First is Automatic Emergency Braking, which prevents front crashes by sensing cars moving ahead of you and slowing or stopping your Murano whenever you get too close. Then there's Intelligent Forward Collision Warning, which is a complementary feature that makes you aware of the distance and speed of automobiles around you, giving an audible alert as necessary. If safety is important to you, this SUV reigns supreme.

The 2018 Murano is also a high performer. It relies on its trusty, powerful 3.5L V6. The motor revs and roars, offering 260 HP. It’s surprisingly easy on gas consumption, too. As you roll around Seattle, Bellevue, and Renton, you’ll find that the SUV provides an average MPG of 28 highway / 21
city.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan today to hear more on the Murano!
buy a new nissan murano in seattle washingtonA comfortable drive is contingent on a lot of things; the engine should be quiet, the steering and acceleration should be responsive, the suspension should be tuned just right… The list goes on and on. What many of us fail to consider, however, is the importance of a good interior. The 2018 Nissan Murano, with its intelligent and palatial cockpit, provides drivers with a luxurious and intuitive experience that performs just as well as what’s beneath the hood.

Chrome and trim accents catch the glow of the ambient lighting placed strategically throughout the leather-wrapped interior, making every ride in the Murano feel like some kind of art gallery visit. And with a choice between cashmere, graphite, or mocha coloring (with brushed silver or jasper pearlescent highlights), you can customize the inside of this crossover to fit even the biggest personalities.

With its recently redesigned control panel, every creature comfort in the 2018 Murano is easily within reach— from a straightforward, minimal center console to wheel-mounted infotainment buttons. Inspired by the weightlessness of space, the Zero Gravity Seats reduce fatigue for driver and passenger alike, guaranteeing that your next road-trip can last as long as your imagination allows.

Contact Kirkland Nissan today to take the helm and experience comfort and utility like you’ve never felt.
Heads up, Seattle! If you’re searching for a crossover that puts the safety of you and your passengers first, look no further than the 2018 Nissan Murano. It’s a heralded vehicle with advanced technology designed to get you securely to your destination.

The 2018 Murano features “superior front crash prevention” according to the Institute for Highway Safety. The IIHS also came away mightily impressed in other categories. The crossover received the highest score of “Good” in each of the body's tests. That includes the “Small Overlap Front,” “Moderate Overlap Front,” “Side,” “Head Restraints & Seats,” and “Roof Strength” examinations.



It should be no surprise that the Murano fares so well in the above exams. It has a bevy of onboard safety features, including Intelligent Forward Collision Warning. This watches not one but two cars ahead, measuring distance and speed. When it senses deceleration, it will alert you to slow down. There’s also Automatic Emergency Braking. When enabled, this prevents crashes by stopping on your behalf. Also, a rollover sensor can detect the impending situation before it occurs, automatically deploying the side curtain airbags to cushion passengers. Stunning technology, right?

Stop by Kirkland Nissan in Seattle today to take the 2018 Murano for a spin!
buy a new nissan murano near seattle washingtonThe 2017 Nissan Murano is the type of vehicle that can easily deliver on power and storage capability— and look great doing it. How’s that possible? We’re glad you asked.

Besides its ‘superior’ rating in front crash prevention, the Murano also manages to pack quite the punch power-wise. An impressive 260 HP at 6,000 RPM, 240 lbs-ft of torque at 4400 RPM, and maximum trailering capacity of 1500 lbs ensures that this vehicle’s got you covered no matter how fast or how strong your life needs you to be. Fold down the 60-40 rear bench, and you’re suddenly faced with an impressive 45x74 ft of storage space, which —remember those the engine specs above— you can fill with just about anything.

Powerful? Check. Spacious? You bet it is. But what we haven’t mentioned yet is the 2017 Murano’s jaw-dropping exterior. Its boomerang-shaped LED headlights, sleek, iconic grille, and fluid, aerospace-inspired exterior imbues this vehicle with an otherworldy beauty.

But we’ll stop gushing now. Just contact Kirkland Nissan and come see for yourself.

Nissan is busier than ever these days. The automaker has long been dedicated to advancing all-electric technology through their LEAF line, but now the company has its sights on reinvigorating and revolutionizing the conventional gasoline engine with their VC-Turbo motor.

The incredible VC-Turbo is first set to debut in the Nissan-owned 2019 INFINITI QX50 mid-size crossover, although it’s likely the tech is planned for eventual inclusion on future Murano and Pathfinder models, among others. The new 2.0L turbocharged gasoline engine delivers the kind of torque commonly associated with a four-cylinder diesel, yet with the efficiency of a hybrid.



The VC-Turbo achieves the aforementioned feat through a multi-link system that lowers or raises pistons to reach the desired goal. A high compression ratio boosts efficiency, while a lower one increases performance. In fact, the engine outperforms the previous, conventional V6-equipped QX50 by as much as 35-percent. Fuel economy in that vehicle is now expected to come in at 27 MPG combined (highway and city), while power and torque will be a best-in-class 268 HP and 280-lb.-ft., respectively. Nissan fans can expect similar gains once this exemplary new motor trickles down to other car lines.

Call us at Kirkland Nissan in Seattle to discuss the upcoming VC-Turbo and what it can mean for the vehicles in our inventory!
 
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