Are there any issues with the Nissan Murano CVT transmission?
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Transmission failures do occur, but they are rare. Moreover, the CVT transmission in the Nissan Murano is quite durable. The Murano is equipped with Nissan's latest generation XTRONIC-CVT continuously variable transmission, which also features a simulated 6-speed manual mode. Below is more information about the Nissan Murano: 1. Body dimensions: The Nissan Murano is Nissan's first large crossover SUV, with a length of 4860mm, width of 1885mm, height of 1730mm, and a wheelbase of 2825mm. 2. Powertrain: The Nissan Murano is powered by a 3.5L-CVT engine, paired with a 6-speed automatic manual transmission, and features a front-engine, four-wheel-drive layout. 3. Vehicle features: It comes equipped with high-end amenities typically found in luxury cars, such as automatic climate control, rain-sensing wipers, power windows front and rear, ambient interior lighting, headlight washers, an 8-speaker audio system, a color center console screen, and an iPod interface.
I've been driving a Nissan Murano for several years, and the CVT transmission does have occasional issues. Many owners in the car enthusiast groups have shared their experiences. Particularly with older models, especially the 2015-2018 Muranos, there are frequent reports of jerky shifting or delayed response, feeling like the car is coasting, and in severe cases, even becoming undrivable. Mechanics say it could be due to worn hydraulic transmission belts or contaminated transmission fluid. From my personal experience, the key is regular maintenance - like changing the original CVT fluid every 60,000 km, avoiding sudden acceleration and hard braking, which can extend its lifespan and reduce failures. When driving normally, maintain a smooth and steady pace, don't rush to overtake, as this can significantly lower risks. Overall, not all vehicles have these problems, but neglecting maintenance makes them more likely to occur, so safe driving practices shouldn't be taken lightly.
