The midsize SUV market is the hottest automotive class in the U.S. Thankfully, the Nissan Murano Platinum is up to the challenge.

What is the challenge? Every vehicle in this class is vying to be the best and win your favor and the Platinum version of the Murano is the one that does it the best. This SUV is attractive, impressive, and filled with style features that you’re sure to admire.

A Refined Nature from a Nissan

You don’t think of elegance, refinement, or sophistication when you’re thinking of the Nissan brand, but that’s exactly what you get with the Murano. This SUV has lines and curves everywhere to give you the visual appeal you want. You’ll also enjoy the comfort and build, especially when you select the Platinum trim which sits at the top of the list for this brand.

Nissan Adds More to the Mix

For the latest version of the Nissan Murano Platinum, you’ll see some items that come from lower trims that are new and have a selection of three new paint colors that have been added. The Nissan Safety Shield 360 suite of active features are standard across the lineup, rear emergency braking is also standard, and a new Special Edition package replaces the outgoing SV Premium Package as an option for some models.

Go Platinum and Drive Right

There are five items that are specific to the Platinum trim to give you the driving experience you want when you’re behind the wheel. Of course, you also receive items that come from the lower trims for this SUV.

The Platinum items include:

• Semi-aniline leather seats with diamond quilting
• Dual-pane moonroof
• Ventilated front seats
• Power steering column adjustment
• NissanConnect services

Let’s take a look at how these items make this version of the Murano better for you.

The Perfect Seats Need the Right Material

There’s no denying the absolute comfort and sophistication that comes with seeing seats that are listed as semi-aniline leather seats with diamond quilting. This means you have a diamond pattern to sit on that’s been made more comfortable and the leather material you want to enjoy in a vehicle that’s absolutely gorgeous. Step inside and see just how amazing these seats are in the Nissan Murano Platinum.

Enjoy the View During your Ride

Sometimes you’re the driver, sometimes you’re the passenger. Other times you might be parked and just want to see the night sky. Thankfully, with the use of the dual-pane moonroof, you can see the sky and enjoy the outer world with very little obstruction during your drive. the views are excellent and the panels are large to give you an open-air feeling in this SUV.

The Front Seats are Ventilated in the Murano Platinum

Why aren’t these seats heated and ventilated? They are. The heated part comes from one of the lower trims, but only the Platinum trim o this Nissan SUV gives you ventilated seats to offer you the pure comfort you’re looking for during your drive. Whether you want your body to be warm or cool, these seats will give you what you’re looking for.

The Steering Column is Easier to Adjust

Manual steering columns can sometimes feel like they don’t have the right setting for you or that they are operated by gravity and will fall in your lap. The power steering column of the Nissan Murano Platinum can be set exactly where you need it to be so that you can drive in the right position all the time. This is one of the most useful features offered in this SUV.

Enjoy the NissanConnect Services

Do you want to know what’s going on with your SUV? Is it time for a service appointment? Do you want to have remote access to some of the features? This is what the NissanConnect Services feature helps you with. You’ll have the easy controls and alerts you need to know when it’s time to take the Murano in for service or when you need to lock or unlock the vehicle from your smartphone.

An Excellent Nissan Engine for Your Drive

The Nissan Murano Platinum has an impressive powertrain to give you the drive and power delivery you need on the road. Enjoy the 3.5-liter V6 engine mated to the impressive CVT that will return 260 horsepower and 240 lb.-ft. of torque. This SUV is relatively efficient with 20 city/28 hwy mpg when you drive.

Get ready for an amazing test drive in an SUV that’s so sophisticated, it shouldn’t be on the Nissan lot, but it is.