Featuring a fabric-roof, the Murano CC has also been turned into a two-door car and gets a whole new rear-end design. Looks aside, it seems to be huge fun driving it.

The thing is Nissan will launch it in early 2011, which is right in the middle of winter! Not the perfect time for enjoying a high-riding convertible.

The engine and drivetrain of the Murano CrossCabriolet is the same as the regular Murano with the 3.5-liter 24-valve DOHC V6 producing 265 horsepower and 248 lb-ft of torque, mated to a standard second-generation Xtronic CVT™ with Adaptive Shift Control (ASC) and AWD system.

The car, with destination charge included, will cost around $47,000 in US.

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The new bunch includes 2011 Nissan Pathfinder SUV, Xterra SUV and Frontier mid-size pickup. All models come with upgraded powertrians and equipments. There are new additions to the lineup as well, including Pathfinder 25th Anniversary Silver Edition, Distinctive Xterra PRO-4X and Frontier S Crew Cab Models.

“We’re looking forward to a successful year with Pathfinder, Xterra and Frontier,” said John Brancheau, vice president, Marketing, Nissan Division, NNA. “Every customer need is met in the functionality of the Pathfinder, the iconic appeal of the Xterra, and the great value proposition of the Frontier.”

Let’s cut to the chase! Here’s the MSRP for all models and editions:

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Pathfinder include:

Model/Engine/Transmission

• Pathfinder S 4×2 V6 5AT     $27,840 USD
• Pathfinder SV 4×2 V6 5AT     $31,190 USD
• Pathfinder Silver Edition 4×2 V6 5AT     $35,490 USD
• Pathfinder LE 4×2 V6 5AT     $37,470 USD
• Pathfinder S 4×4 V6 5AT     $29,840 USD
• Pathfinder SV 4×4 V6 5AT     $33,190 USD
• Pathfinder Silver Edition 4×4 V6 5AT     $37,490 USD
• Pathfinder LE 4×4 V6 5AT     $39,670 USD
• Pathfinder LE 4×4 V8 5AT     $42,600 USD

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Xterra include:

Model/Engine/Transmission

• Xterra X 4×2 V6 5AT     $23,850 USD
• Xterra S 4×2 V6 5AT     $25,840 USD
• Xterra X 4×4 V6 5AT     $25,900 USD
• Xterra S 4×4 V6 6MT     $26,840 USD
• Xterra S 4×4 V6 5AT     $27,890 USD
• Xterra PRO-4X 4×4 V6 6MT     $29,050 USD
• Xterra PRO-4X 4×4 V6 5AT     $30,100 USD

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Frontier King Cab include:

Model/Engine/Transmission

• Frontier S King Cab 4×2 I4 5MT     $17,750 USD
• Frontier S King Cab 4×2 I4 5AT     $18,800 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×2 I4 5MT     $20,930 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×2 I4 5AT     $21,980 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×2 V6 6MT     $21,520 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×2 V6 5AT     $22,570 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4×2 V6 5AT     $26,170 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×4 V6 6MT     $24,220 USD
• Frontier SV King Cab 4×4 V6 5AT     $25,270 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4×4 V6 6MT     $27,670 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X King Cab 4×4 V6 5AT     $28,870 USD

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab include:

Model/Engine/Transmission

• Frontier S Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 6MT     $21,760 USD
• Frontier S Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 5AT     $22,810 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 6MT     $22,770 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 5AT     $23,820 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×2 LWB V6 5AT     $24,240 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 5AT     $26,910 USD
• Frontier SL Crew Cab 4×2 SWB V6 5AT     $28,430 USD
• Frontier SL Crew Cab 4×2 LWB V6 5AT     $28,930 USD
• Frontier S Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 6MT     $24,460 USD
• Frontier S Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 5AT     $25,510 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 6MT     $25,470 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 5AT     $26,520 USD
• Frontier SV Crew Cab 4×4 LWB V6 5AT     $26,940 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4x4SWB V6 6MT     $28,560 USD
• Frontier PRO-4X Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 5AT     $29,610 USD
• Frontier SL Crew Cab 4×4 SWB V6 5AT     $31,080 USD
• Frontier SL Crew Cab 4×4 LWB V6 5AT     $31,630 USD

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It also get new LED lights, 17-inch wheels, Vehicle Information Display system, and a new 2-liter “M9R” Clean Diesel with better fuel economy. The 4WD models also come with newly adopted Advanced Hill Descent Control system.

Apart form normal models Nissan also introduces the X-Trial X Treamer customized by their affiliate Autech. This model features more off-road equipments including:

•Front overrider
•Front undercover
•Dedicated large-size front fog lamps & dedicated fog lamp finisher
•Side protective moldings
•Rear undercover
•Mud guard

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Now Nissan is increasing Murano’s appeal by launching a new diesel variant of the car for the European market. It’s based on a revised version of Nissan’s 2.5-litre common-rail four-cylinder which has 190PS and 450N, and offers great fuel economy and Co2 rating.

2010 Murano Diesel also comes with upgraded exterior featuring a new grille and revised front bumper, and long list of standard equipment, including privacy glass, bi-xenon headlamps, cruise control and Murano’s signature electrically folding rear seats, which can be raised or lowered easily and conveniently from the rear trunk, Nissan Connect Premium, its next generation combined audio and navigation system with Hard Disk based navigation, DVD player, music box, USB, Bluetooth and touch-screen interface, and bespoke BOSE sound system with 11 speaker.

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The Juke, featuring an insane design is a small city crossover which is practical and economical like a hatchback, but tall and fun like a SUV. In America it’ll be available with a 1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline turbocharged four-cylinder engine developing 180+ horsepower and 170+ lb-ft of torque.

It can be had with either a manual or a CVT automatic 6-speed transmission and All or Front wheel drive. As for the equipments, features range from leather-appointed seats and Rear View Monitor to Nissan Intelligent Key™ with Push Button Ignition,navigation system with real-time traffic information and power sliding moonroof. A long list of standard safety features is also available,including six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

“JUKE is about to carve out a unique space in the rapidly growing compact crossover/hatchback segment with its combination of striking design, agile handling and driving pleasure and user friendly technology,” said Brian Carolin, senior vice president, Sales and Marketing, NNA.

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This year, you’ll be able to buy this fancy looking crossover with an diesel engine.

It’s the Nissan’s 2.5 dCi four cylinder engine which is enhanced for the Murano and develops 190hp and 450Nm of torque. It comes with a six-speed automatic gearbox and features ASC (Adaptive Shift Control) and Nissan’s advanced ALL MODE 4×4-i technology.

The changes made to the engine include a new direct injection system which operates at 2000 bar, up from 1800 bar. This increase in pressure means the fuel spray is atomised to an even finer degree resulting in more complete combustion. A new cylinder head with parallel ports increases the swirl efficiency of the combustion process, smoothing the intake and exhaust flow, while a new variable nozzle turbo (VNT) with electric control rather than the previous hydraulic system for quicker responses has also been adopted.

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Despite a new bonnet, revised grille and a new bumper assembly, both cars look the same as old models. They also get new headlamp design and new 18-inch wheels. The existing colour palette is changed to include two new metallic shades for Navara – Electric Blue and Blue Grey – while Blue Grey is added to Pathfinder’s portfolio.

As for the interior, it comes with new switchgear, revised door trims, new seat fabric, the addition of chrome highlights, revised dials and, depending on the model, the availability of Nissan Connect Premium with a new high resolution touch screen. Equipment improvements include a new Speed Limiter, which is incorporated into the existing cruise control system, and a top notch audio system. They say that the quality is also significantly increased.

Pathfinder and Navara also get new direct injection V6 turbodiesel engine with output of 170 kW (231PS) and peak torque output of 550 Nm. This makes the pathfinder capable of towing a 3500 kg braked trailer with Navara having a 3000 kg limit. This unit also covers Euro 5 emissions standard.

The existing 2.5 dCi four cylinder engine is improved as well, with power rising by 19 PS to 140 kW (190 PS) and torque by 47 Nm to 450 Nm. New Navara and Pathfinder models are due on sale across Europe in April 2010.

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2010 Nissan Patrol has got all it needs to become a proper rival for Toyota Land Cruiser. It comes with a tall and rugged body, 7 seats, lots of equipment and a powerful engine.

The car gets a new 5.6 liter V8 with 400 hp and 550 nm of torque and is fitted with a 7-speed automatic gearbox and an ALL MODE 4×4 system with electronic controls.

Other technical features of the new model which make it not only a good SUV but also a proper off-road car include 4-wheel independent suspension, Hill Start Assist and Hill Descent Control, Hydraulic Body Motion Control System (HBMC), Tyre Pressure Monitor System (TPMS), hydraulic brake booster and 4-piston caliper with larger 358mm front discs.

New luxury equipments include a new multi-screen DVD entertainment system with two rear-facing TVs, one 7-inch monitor embedded into each front seat headrest, six airbags, a new climate control system with the curtain vent, and rear seat cool box.

Now as the car hits the showroom floors, Nissan is announcing the official MSRP on the car. The Rogue S Krom starts at 23,940 USD for the FWD model and 25,140 USD for the AWD. Nissan is clearly targeting the new Hyundai Tucson with this model.

The Krom is powered by a 170 hp 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine, mated to the Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission). As for the fuel consumption, which really matters these days for this type of cars, the Rogue krom is rated at 22 mpg City/27 mpg Highway for 2-wheel drive models and 21 mpg City/26 mpg Highway for all-wheel drive models.

It comes with a number of active and passive safety features as standard including Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and six air bags.

2010 Nissan Rogue Krom has modified front and rear fascias with new chrome grille, door handles and central exhaust pipes. It is fitted with exclusive 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with P225/60R17 Dunlop ST20 Grandtrek or Continental Conti 4×4 Contact tire. Other features of this crossover include a body-colored rear spoiler, rear privacy glass, body-colored power outside mirrors, a Krom emblem and steering wheel-mounted audio controls.

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The most noticeable change in the 2010 Qashqai is the new front-end featuring a new bumper, grille and bonnet. There’s also new LED taillights on the new model, and there’s also two new colors for the body.

The interior is upgraded too, as you get a new easy to use LCD screen in the mid-console which provides you with important info such as average fuel consumption, mileage, time, cruise control and speed limiter settings, and…

A new variant is also available to order for 2010 Nissan Qashqai, and that is the Pure Drive. It features a 1.5 liter dCi diesel engine optimized for fuel efficiency and low emissions, and emits only 129 grams of co2 in every kilometer.

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