2012 Venza vs. 2012 Nissan Murano

DECEMBER 2011Updated 12/23/11

Top Venza Advantages Over Murano

Nissan made a splash with the debut of the Murano in late 2002, mating a distinctive SUV-like body with the sedan-based Altima platform. At the time, industry experts praised its responsive powertrain, sporty handling, smooth ride and—in top-of-the-line LE time—luxurious cabin.

Seven years later, Toyota countered with the Venza, an innovative new take on the emerging crossover concept. As this Edge makes clear, the 2012 Venza has the upper hand on the now-dated Murano—to the benefit of your customers.

�More passenger room Once inside, Venza front-seat passengers enjoy more head, shoulder and hip room, while those in back gain more head, leg, shoulder and hip room.

� cArgO friendly Venza’s rear hatch and clever storage compartments best Murano on the practical side, too. �More room for big items Venza’s cargo area is bigger with the rear seat folded down. �More options for small items Venza’s transmission shifter is positioned in the dashboard, opening up space for an extra-large center console, complete with an integrated wire-management system for cell phones and MP3 players.

� cOMMiTMenT TO sAfeTy Every Venza comes standard with Toyota’s Star Safety System™, along with several other safety technologies that Murano doesn’t offer. �More airbags Venza’s standard driver’s knee airbag isn’t available on Murano. � Higher safety ratings Venza earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s Top Safety Pick designation and the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration’s five-star rating in frontal and side crash tests. Murano fell short on all of these fronts.

� MOre VAlUeBoth vehicles are well equipped, but Venza offers more features at a lower price.

� lower MsrP Venza has the lower MSRP, whether you compare the two vehicles’ entry-level grade or their top-of-the-line models. � lower predicted ownership costs IntelliChoice calculates Venza’s five-year ownership cost to be significantly less than that for Murano (based on 2011 models).

� efficienT PerfOrMAnceThanks to design and engineering innovations, Venza outperforms Murano yet consumes less fuel. � economical power Venza’s available V6 engine generates more horsepower than Murano’s, yet also boasts higher EPA-estimated mpg ratings. Venza’s standard four-cylinder engine only widens the fuel-economy gap. � enhanced driveability Venza’s electronic power steering, wider track, sequential-shift automatic transmission and bigger wheels and tires make for a more spirited driving experience.

� PAssengers PAMPered Venza’s well-appointed, spacious and luxurious sedan-like interior sets it apart from Murano in day-to-day driving. � easier access Venza’s lower step-in height provides all occupants with easier ingress and egress.

2012 Venza

Top Venza Advantages Over Murano

�More passenger roomOnce inside, Venza front-seat passengers enjoy more head, shoulder and hip room, while those in back gain more head, leg, shoulder and hip room.

MOre VAlUeBoth vehicles are well equipped, but Venza offers more features at a lower price.� lower MsrP

2012 Nissan Murano SV

Look inside for detailed info about this summary, important safety information and disclaimers.

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Like Venza, Nissan offers Murano in both front-wheel and all-wheel drivetrains. And while its four grades offer a full array of comfort and convenience features, you’ll generally pay more for those amenities than with Venza, which boasts a more robust standard-equipment list.Here are many of the prominent features with each grade.

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Engine

3.5-liter 24-valve DOHC V6

Transmission

Continuously variable automatic

Drivelines

Front-wheel drive

All-wheel drive

Standard Features

Driver and front-passenger airbags

Front seat-mounted side airbags

Side curtain airbags

Anti-lock braking system

Electronic brake-force distribution

Stability control

Traction control

Tilt and telescoping steering column

Power windows

Power door locks

Remote keyless entry

AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system

iPod® interface system

Intelligent Key™ with push-button start

18-inch alloy wheels

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nissan Murano at a glance

sV

The SV differs from the S by adding:

Standard Features

Dual-panel moonroof

Roof rails

Front halogen fog lights

Bluetooth® connectivity

Rearview monitor

Vehicle security system

XM Radio® (subscription sold separately)

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The SL differs from the SV by adding:

Standard Features

Leather-trimmed seats

Heated front seats

Driver’s seat and outside-mirror position memory

60/40 fold-flat rear seat back with power return

Bose® premium audio system

Auto-dimming rearview mirror with compass

HomeLink® transceiver

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all-wheel drivetrains. And while its four grades offer a full array of comfort and convenience features, you’ll generally pay more for those amenities than with Venza, which boasts

Here are many of the prominent features with each grade.

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The SL differs from the SV by adding:

2012 Nissan Murano SV

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The LE differs from the SL by adding:

Standard Features

20-inch alloy wheels

Roof rails with silver accents

Rain-sensing front wipers

HID bi-functionality Xenon projector-beam headlights

Heated rear seats

Power tilt/telescoping heated steering wheel

Wood-grain interior trim

Steering-wheel memory position

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� MOre VAlUe

2011 Venza FWD 2011 Murano FWD

IntelliChoice 5-year cost of ownership

$34,095 $45,666

IntelliChoice value rating Excellent Average

Lower MSRPBoth vehicles are well equipped. But Venza comes with a lower MSRP1, whether you compare the least-expensive grades or the high-end models.

Venza LE V6 FWD

Murano S V6 FWD

Toyota Advantage

$30,060 $30,100 $40

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� efficienT PerfOrMAnce

Economical powerVenza’s V6 engine generates a bit more horsepower than Murano’s V6. But thanks to its lower coefficient of drag and lower curb weight (among other factors), Venza holds the upper hand when it comes to fuel economy. Venza’s available 2.7-liter four-cylinder engine only widens the gap. And Venza’s powerplants use regular unleaded gasoline, while Murano’s V6 requires the more-expensive premium grade.

Lower anticipated ownership costsVenza might also be the better value down the road. It claimed IntelliChoice’s2 Motorist Choice award for the lowest cost of ownership and best owner satisfaction in the Premium Mid Crossover SUV class.

Venza V6 FWD Murano FWD

Engine 3.5-liter V6 3.5-liter V6

Horsepower @ rpm 268@6200 260@6000

Coefficient of drag 0.33 0.37

Curb weight (lbs.) 3870 4015

EPA-est. fuel econ. city/highway (mpg)3 with V6 engine

19/26 18/23

EPA-est. fuel econ. city/highway (mpg)3 with I4 engine

21/27 Not available

Recommended fuel Regular unleaded

Premium unleaded

Enhanced drivabilityThe combination of Venza’s electronic power-assist steering and wider track makes for a more refined and responsive driving experience. And Venza’s bigger wheels and tires result in a larger tire patch for improved control and handling.

Venza V6 FWD Murano

Steering Electronic power assist

Hydraulic power assist

Track front/rear (in.) 64.2/64.4 63.4/63.4

Wheels (in.) 20 17

Tires 245/50R20 235/65R17

Venza LE V6 FWD with Convenience Package

Murano SV V6 FWD

Toyota Advantage

$32,260 $33,670 $1,410

Venza AdvantagesA Closer Look

Venza Limited AWD

Murano LE AWD

Toyota Advantage

$38,725 $40,660 $1,935

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� PAssengers PAMPered

Easier accessVenza’s sedan-like step-up height is lower than that of the more SUV-like Murano. This makes it easier for all occupants to get into and out of the vehicle.

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Murano

More passenger roomOnce inside, Venza passengers enjoy more room in both the front and back seats in almost every direction.

Venza Murano Toyota Advantage

Head room, front/rear (in.) 39.6/39.3 38.3/38.1 1.3/1.2

Leg room, front/rear (in.) 40.3/39.1 43.6/36.3 --/2.8

Shoulder room, front/rear (in.) 60.0/59.1 59.6/58.7 0.4/0.4

Hip room, front/rear (in.) 56.0/56.5 54.8/55.4 1.2/1.1

Passenger volume (cu. ft.) 108.0 104.6 3.4

Fully featuredCompare base grades and you’ll discover that Venza includes several comfort and convenience features as standard that aren’t available on Murano—even with Venza’s lower MSRP.

Venza LE FWD Murano S FWD

Bluetooth® wireless technology Standard Not available

Power-adjustable driver’s seat Standard Not available

Automatic on-off headlights Standard Not available

USB port with iPod® connectivity Standard Not available

Steering-wheel audio controls Standard Not available

HomeLink® universal transceiver

Standard Not available

LCD Multi-Information Display

Standard Not available

Heated side mirrors Standard Not available

CD changer Standard Not available

Cargo cover Standard Not available

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Murano

Venza AdvantagesA Closer Look

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More room for big itemsWith the rear seats folded down, Venza offers more room for cargo than Murano.

Venza Murano Toyota Advantage

Cargo space with rear seat down (cu.ft.)4

70.2 64.5 5.7

More options for small itemsToyota’s engineers found a way to mount the transmission shifter in the dashboard rather than between the front bucket seats. This opens up space for an extra-large 14.7-liter center console that Murano can’t match. Among other design innovations, the console integrates a wire-management system for cell phones and MP3 players.

Venza Murano

Venza AdvantagesA Closer Look

Venza Murano

Driver’s knee airbag Standard Not available

More airbagsBoth models offer the protection of driver and passenger side airbags and side curtain airbags. But Venza goes one step further than Murano with a driver’s knee airbag.

Higher safety ratingsVenza outperformed Murano in the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety5 (IIHS) roof-strength test, earning a “Top Safety Pick” designation.

Venza Murano

IIHS frontal offset test Good Good

IIHS side-impact test Good Good

IIHS roof-strength test Good Marginal

� cOMMiTMenT TO sAfeTy

Venza Murano

Driver’s knee airbag Standard Not available

Competitive Comparison reflects most current information available for stated model year vehicle. Competitive vehicle data sourced from Auto Planner and from competitor websites November 2011. All information is believed to be correct at date of printing and is subject to change without notice.

1 MSRP includes delivery, processing and handling fee. Excludes taxes, license, title and available or regionally required equipment. Actual dealer price may vary. 2 2011 IntelliChoice®, Inc. (www.intellichoice.com). 3 EPA-estimated mpg. Actual mileage will vary. 4 Cargo and load capacity limited by weight and distribution. 5 Based on Insurance Institute for Highway Safety crash tests. Ratings only meaningful when comparing vehicles in the same weight class. www.iihs.org.

©2011 TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A., INC. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. COPYING OR ANY OTHER REPRODUCTION, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, WITHOUT THE EXPRESS WRITTEN PERMISSION OF TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, U.S.A. IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED. Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., Inc., by the publication and/or dissemination of this publication does not create any warranties, either expressed or implied, as to Toyota products. The information contained herein was up-to-date at the time of publication, but may subsequently be changed or added to without notice and without incurring any obligation. Reliance on this information creates no

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What’S neW For 2010

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2010 venzaVenza stakes out new space in personal transportation, incorporating utility and roominess

while maintaining essentials such as easy entry/exit, performance, a sleek side profile and unrivaled interior features to deliver optimal comfort. A product of Toyota’s U.S. design and engineering teams, Venza’s bold design delivers on their goal of blending the space and utility of an SUV with the comfort and smoothness of a sedan.

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Blends the best of suV utility with mid-size sedan ride and efficiency

Venza raises the standard to new levels by combining elegance, innovation, comfort

and utility in one sleek and sporty vehicle. With seating for five, easy entry and exit, a

car-like ride and functional utility, Venza delivers a new level of driving enjoyment and

flexible practicality.Full compliment of advanced safety features

Drivers and passengers can enjoy peace of mind thanks to Toyota’s Star Safety

System™, a collection of safety features that includes the Anti-lock Braking System,

Traction Control, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist† and Vehicle

Stability Control†. Other standard safety features include 7 airbags†, front active

headrests†, front and rear side curtain airbags† and front seat-mounted side airbags†.

comfort and convenience features for all passengers

The Venza interior offers surprising roominess, comfort and utility for the driver and

passengers. The lower rocker design allows occupants to more easily step in and out

of the vehicle than a typical sedan, while the rear hatch provides a low cargo height

that allows for easy loading and unloading of luggage and outdoor gear. Inside, there’s

ample room for all five passengers and abundant SUV-like cargo space behind the

second row of seats. Easy-to-use levers, one on each side of the rear cargo area,

allow the 60/40 split rear seats to fold flat, providing additional storage space for extra

long items. contemporary styling that is anything but ordinary

One look at Venza and it’s clear that there’s a dynamically different design approach

at work. From the distinctive grille and fog lamps to its wraparound tail lights that

interconnect with the hatch door, Venza displays aerodynamically sculpted exterior

lines and a bold, sporty stance. The distinctive look carries over into the interior,

where the creative design includes the flowing instrumentation panel that creates a

unique 60/60 design to give both driver and front passenger the look and feeling that

60 percent of the instrument panel is accessible from their seating position.

Toyota quality and durability As the newest addition to Toyota’s legendary lineup of passenger cars, Venza is

designed and built to the same high standards of quality and durability to ensure

long-lasting performance and customer satisfaction.

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