Top Features of Nissan Murano Platinum Trim

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When car shopping, reading through specs sheets can get overwhelming pretty fast. If you’ve been eyeing a midsize crossover that feels properly upscale without entering full-blown luxury brand price territory, the 2025 Nissan Murano Platinum deserves a real look.

Nissan completely overhauled the Murano for 2025, throwing out the old V6 engine and continuous variable transmission in favor of a punchier turbo setup and a real 9-speed automatic.

What’s New Under the Hood?

For years, the Murano relied on a standard 3.5-liter V6. The 2025 model changes that narrative completely with a new variable-compression turbocharged engine.

• Engine: 2.0L VC-Turbo 4-Cylinder
• Horsepower: 241 hp
• Torque: 260 lb-ft
• Transmission: 9-speed automatic (replacing the previous CVT)
• Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive standard; Intelligent AWD available

The extra torque down low makes a noticeable difference when pulling onto the highway or passing. Moving away from the CVT also gives acceleration a much more familiar, natural shift feel.

Living with the Platinum Trim

The Platinum sits right at the top of the lineup, which means you’re getting pretty much every bell and whistle standard.

Inside, the seats are wrapped in semi-aniline leather with diamond-quilted pattern stitching. On cold mornings or hot summer afternoons, the front seats can heat or cool on demand. Passengers in the back get heated outboard seats too, so nobody is left out in the cold.

Up front, dual 12.3-inch displays stretch across the dashboard—one for your gauge cluster and one for infotainment. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto link up wirelessly, and the 10-speaker Bose sound system easily fills the cabin.

How Does It Handle Daily Driving?

The Murano has always leaned into ride comfort over aggressive sports-car handling, and that hasn’t changed. The suspension soaks up rough pavement effortlessly.

Parking a midsize SUV in tight spots can be tricky, but the 360-degree camera system gives you a bird’s-eye view of your surroundings. Plus, ProPILOT Assist 1.1 helps keep you centered in your lane and maintains spacing during long highway commutes.

If you want to check one out in person, test drive the Nissan Murano Platinum at John Sisson Nissan to see how the redesign feels behind the wheel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What changed on the 2025 Murano compared to the 2024 model?

The 2025 redesign brings fresh exterior styling, an updated interior with dual 12.3-inch screens, and a new 2.0L VC-Turbo engine paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission (replacing the old V6 and CVT).

Does the Murano Platinum come with All-Wheel Drive?

Front-wheel drive is standard, but Nissan’s Intelligent All-Wheel Drive is available on the Platinum trim for better grip in rain or snow.

What kind of leather is in the Platinum trim?

The Platinum trim comes standard with semi-aniline leather seating surfaces featuring diamond-quilted leather inserts.