Nissan Murano Cabriolet Review: The Dumbest Vehicle Ever Made?

Nissan Murano Cabriolet: A Flawed Concept

• 💡 The 2014 Nissan Murano Cabriolet, a convertible version of the standard Murano, is presented as a massively failed idea.
• 🎯 Despite having a powerful V6 engine and a good-looking design, its failure is attributed to being a two-door convertible in a market that prefers four doors.
• ⚠️ The primary reason for its failure, according to the reviewer, is the Nissan CVT transmission, which has a notorious reputation for problems.

CVT Transmissions: Nissan's Experiment in Failure

• 📉 Nissan's widespread use of CVTs, chosen for cost-effectiveness, has led to significant customer dissatisfaction and a return to traditional automatic transmissions in newer models.
• 🚗 The V6 engines in these Nissan models are strong, but the CVT is seen as too much power for the transmission, leading to premature failure, especially in models like the Pathfinder.
• ⚙️ While the Murano Cabriolet in the video has a V6 and a CVT that is currently working with 66,000 miles, the long-term reliability is questioned due to the inherent issues with Nissan CVTs.

Convertible Top Woes and Diagnostic Issues

• ❌ The specific Murano Cabriolet reviewed has a non-functional convertible top, a significant drawback for a vehicle marketed as a convertible.
• 💻 Diagnostic scans revealed numerous codes, many related to the convertible top system, including issues with sensors and the roof control unit, confirming it's no longer a topless car.
• 🔊 A persistent and annoying warning buzzer related to the convertible top system was a major distraction during driving, though it was eventually disabled by removing a fuse.

Driving Experience and Design Flaws

• 🚗 The V6 engine provides decent power, but the CVT transmission significantly hampers acceleration and the overall driving feel.
• 🔊 The car exhibits road noise and bumps, suggesting a need for new shocks, and a tendency to oversteer, indicating a less-than-ideal design.
• 💰 Despite its flaws, the reviewer notes that these vehicles can be bought dirt cheap on the used market, especially since the top doesn't work and the CVT is a known issue.

Coolant and Engine Issues: A Q&A

• 💧 Coolant gets dirty over time as anti-corrosion additives break down, leading to corrosion from heat, cavitation, and metal particles in the system.
• 🔧 Changing coolant is recommended, especially after 100,000 miles or 7-9 years, to prevent overheating and internal corrosion.
• ⚠️ Toyota is facing lawsuits over V6 twin-turbo engine failures in the Tundra, with owners suing for being told to drive unsafe vehicles while awaiting repairs.

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