The 2006 Nissan Murano is a likable crossover SUV that blends unique styling with a spacious, comfortable interior and a fun-to-drive character. If it wasn't for the power-sapping CVT transmission, it would get our top recommendation.

• Pros

Sharp handling, strong standard engine, comfortable and practical interior, all major safety features are standard.

• What's New for 2006

Changes to the Murano for 2006 include revised exterior trim, a standard 7-inch LCD display, revised instrumentation and a standard rearview monitor for SL and SE models.

Features

• Interior Features
• Front Seats
• 10 -way power driver seat
• Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
• Height adjustable driver seat
• Cloth
• Bucket front seats
• Rear Seats
• Split-folding rear seatback
• Reclining rear seats
• Folding center armrest
• Rear ventilation ducts
• Power Features
• Remote keyless power door locks
• Power mirrors
• 2 one-touch power windows
• Instrumentation
• Clock
• Tachometer
• Low fuel level warning
• Compass
• Convenience
• Cruise control
• Front and rear cupholders
• Front and rear door pockets
• Retained accessory power
• Front seatback storage
• Power steering
• Universal remote transmitter (for garage door, security system, etc.)
• 12V cargo area power outlet(s)
• Tilt-adjustable steering wheel
• Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
• Rear view camera
• Comfort
• Interior air filtration
• Dual zone climate controls - driver and passenger
• Cargo area light
• Alloy trim on center console
• Alloy trim on dash
• Front and rear reading lights
• Alloy and leather trim on shift knob
• Leather steering wheel
• Electrochromatic inside rearview mirror
• Dual illuminating vanity mirrors
• In Car Entertainment
• Mast antenna
• 6 total speakers
• AM/FM stereo
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Features

• Exterior Features
• Roof and Glass
• Variable intermittent wipers
• Privacy glass
• Rear defogger
• Intermittent rear wiper
• Body
• Rear spoiler
• Tires and Wheels
• Alloy wheels
• 18 x 7.5 in. wheels
• Steel spare wheel
• P235/65R T tires
• All season tires
• Inside mounted spare tire
• Temporary spare tire
• Doors
• Fixed lifgate window
• Rear liftgate door
• Towing and Hauling
• Cargo tie downs
• Safety Features
• 4-wheel ABS
• Front and rear head airbags
• Dual front side-mounted airbags
• Child seat anchors
• Remote anti-theft alarm system
• Emergency braking assist
• Front and rear ventilated disc brakes
• Rear door child safety locks
• Engine immobilizer
• Front fog/driving lights
• Auto delay off headlamps
• Dusk sensing headlamps
• 2 front headrests
• 3 rear headrests
• Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
• Rear center 3-point belt
• Front seatbelt pretensioners
• Electronic brakeforce distribution
• Rear height adjustable headrests
• Passenger head restraint whiplash protection system