Interested in buying a SUV? The 2012 Nissan Murano as 2nd hand cars for sale is flamboyant and stylish. What is this car all about? Let’s have a look shall we.

Thumbs Up:

•             Solid build

•             Right-sized for urban duty

•             Coherent styling, outside and in

•             Excellent engine and gearbox combination

Thumbs Down:

•             Visibility an issue

•             Interior feels a little tight

•             Fuel thirsty when pushed

Themotorreport.com.au says that the Murano has an X factor, namely that it has car-like handling and SUV practicality all rolled into one. Thecarconnection.com remarked that the vehicle’s popularity is due to its lack of the usual SUV clichés and because it is stylish – almost to a fault.

Specifications for 2012 Nissan Murano 2nd hand cars for sale:

Cam Design DOHC 24-valve V6 engine

Valves:  4 valves per cylinder

Engine capacity cc: 3498

Max. engine power kW/rpm: 191/6000

Max. torque Nm/rpm: 336/4400

Max. speed: km/h 210

Drive configuration:  Intelligent ALL MODE 4X4-i with electronic 4WD selection & Lock mode

Transmission:  X-Tronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with selectable 6-speed manual mode

Suspension front:  Independent strut suspension with stabilizer bar

Rear: Multi-link independent suspension

Steering:  Vehicle Speed sensitive hydraulics power steering

Electronic telescopic & tilt adjust

Fuel consumption Combined l/100km: 10.9

Ipod & USB player input jacks

40GB HDD Satellite Navigation System

9.3 GB HDD Music Storage

Bluetooth Audio Streaming

Integrated Hands free Bluetooth® System

7″ WVGA Colour & Touch Screen

Vehicle dynamic control (VDC) including traction control

Active Brake Limited Slip (ABLS)

Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS)

Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD)

Reviewers were most impressed with the vehicles looks and styling inside and out. Thecarconnection.com noted that the screen and audio/climate functions are both stylish and logically arranged. Also the previously flat, ordinary set of instruments has been replaced with hooded dials, in a multi-layered arrangement.

How does the 2012 Nissan Murano handle and perform as 2nd hand cars for sale?

According to themotorreport.com.au the Murano’s transmission responds rapidly and decisively, picking the right ratio nearly every time. “Noise and vibration suppression is excellent. The Murano’s engine is whisper-quiet at cruising speed. It has excellent roadholding for an SUV. It also deals well with corrugations with a ride that isn’t jarring despite its firmness.”

Overall reviewers agree that the 2012 Nissan Murano is good value for money. As 2nd hand cars for sale it should provide a strong and smooth ride.