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p The Murano weighs less than the previous generation by about 130 lb. And this is not a
consequence of a reduction in content, but was largely achieved through the use of high-strength
steels in the vehicle. In addition, there are improved aerodynamics. The coefcient of drag is 0.31.
Contributing factors to aero are a lower grille shutter, front and rear spoilers, rear tire defectors,
and rear suspension fairings. This vehicle is 16% more slippery than the previous model.
p Not only does the styling
make it look advanced, but
there is an abundance of
technological content in
the vehicle. For example,
the Murano ofers four
onboard cameras and three
radar systems. These sensors
contribute to blind spot
warning, forward collision
warning, forward emergency
braking, intelligent cruise
control, cross-trafc alert,
and an "Around View"
monitor with moving object
detection (i.e., a 360°
overhead view of the vehicle
is shown on the available
8.0-in. multitouch control
center display; the moving
object detection alerts the
driver to things like other
cars or shopping carts).