Nissan Releases Pricing on Refreshed 2011 Murano

We already took an in-depth look at the mildly facelifted 2011 Murano back in August, but now Nissan has released U.S. pricing for the crossover model which went on sale today nationwide. The manufacturer's suggested retail prices (MSRP) for the 2011 Murano start at $28,500 for the entry-level front-wheel drive model and top out at $39,140 for a fully equipped all-wheel drive version. All prices don't include destination and other fees

The most notable exterior changes on the 2011 model year Murano include the redesigned front grille, lower fascia and taillights, while interior refinements are limited to fresh colors, a white back-light for the gauges on the instrument panel and new audio and entertainment features.

The Murano continues to be offered exclusively with a 260-horsepower 3.5-liter V6 engine matched to Nissan's Xtronic CVT transmission in a choice of front-wheel or all-wheel drive.

2011 Nissan Murano MSRP [Excludes applicable tax, title, license fees and destination charges]

Murano S FWD--------- $28,500 USD

Murano SV FWD------- -$31,910 USD

Murano SL FWD-------- $35,450 USD

Murano LE FWD-------- $37,540 USD

Murano S AWD--------- $30,100 USD

Murano SV AWD-------- $33,510 USD

Murano SL AWD-------- $37,050 USD

Murano LE AWD------- -$39,140 USD

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Official: Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet and Ellure Concept Sedan heading to LA Auto Show

It's officially official; Nissan today confirmed it will be rolling out the long-rumored convertible version of the Murano crossover named CrossCabriolet at the Los Angeles Auto Show in late November. And that's not the only news coming from Nissan's LA motorshow front as the Japanese automaker added it will also lift the covers off a new concept sedan model called the Ellure as well as the production version of the all-new 2011 Quest minivan, pictures of which have already been released.

Unfortunately (or fortunately, depends on how you see it), Nissan has not yet published any photos of the new Murano CrossCabriolet, which is due to go on sale in the States in early 2011. But here's what the Japanese maker had to say about the oddball car:

"[The] Murano CrossCabriolet, the world's first all-wheel drive crossover convertible, delivers the open-air exhilaration of a convertible while extending the versatility of the Murano in exciting new ways. With room for four adults, space for golf bags or luggage (even with the top down), and a premium level interior, the Murano CrossCabriolet represents a breakthrough in concept and design."

The Ellure sedan concept is a mystery as the only piece of information we have on the car is a statement from Nissan saying that "it is designed to bring a higher level of progressive and distinctive expression to the segment – adding passion and emotion to traditional sedan efficiency."

You can expect to read and see more about Nissan's LA show offerings in the coming weeks.

*The opening image is not of the actual Murano CrossCabriolet, but a previous Carscoop photoshop

Photo Gallery: 2011 Nissan Quest Minivan

2011MY Nissan Murano Crossover gets Modest Facelift

In our previous post, we told you about the dealer presentation of the forthcoming two-door convertible version of the Murano. But that's not the only news we have about Nissan's crossover model as the Japanese carmaker just released details and photos of the refreshed 2011MY Murano for the North American markets.

Similarly to the recently updated version for Europe, the NA-spec model gains a more aggressive front fascia with a refreshed grille design (without the addition air slots though) and a more sculpted front bumper with different pockets around the fog-lamps, along with new tail lights and new 18-inch alloy wheel designs.

Interior improvements are limited to the white backlight for the instrument gauges, the introduction of new colors for the center stack and added content to various trim levels including driver's seat with power lumbar support (SV), RearView Monitor (SV), 7.0-inch color monitor (SV), auto dimming rearview mirror with compass and HomeLink Universal Transceiver (SL) and heated steering wheel (SL).

Other notable changes for 2011 include the introduction of two new models to the lineup, SV FWD and SV AWD, and the addition of a new exterior color, Graphite Blue, and a new wood grain hue on Murano LE models.

All Murano models are powered by 3.5-liter V6 gasoline engine with 260-horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, mated to a continuously variable transmission (CVT).

The updated Murano is scheduled to go on sale in the States in mid-October with pricing to be announced within the next few weeks.