The Nissan Murano Chattanooga drivers are seeing on our lot is built for everyday comfort and confidence, not off-road trails. It pairs a refined turbo engine with advanced safety tech and a cinematic dual-screen cabin to turn your I‑24 and Highway 153 drives into something you actually look forward to.
That blend of power, efficiency, and space makes the Murano a natural fit for Hamilton County professionals who want a luxury SUV they can use every single day.
Its streamlined exterior details — from ultra-thin LED headlights to the available two-tone floating roof and 21-inch wheels — are designed less for trail dust and more for pulling up to dinner on the Northshore or valet at the Edwin. The seams between panels are tightened, the rear wiper is tucked into the spoiler, and the overall shape is lower and wider for a confident, upscale stance in city traffic.
Under the hood, the VC‑Turbo engine constantly adjusts its compression ratio, so you get responsive torque merging onto I‑24, plus the efficiency you want when traffic crawls past the ridge cut. A 9‑speed automatic transmission replaces the older CVT, with paddle shifters and selectable drive modes so you can choose Eco on your morning commute or Sport when you’re running late to a reservation on Market Street.
Intelligent All‑Wheel Drive comes standard on every 2026 Murano, sending power to all four wheels when the road is wet near Lookout Mountain, then smoothly transitioning back to two-wheel drive to save fuel when conditions improve.
Front passengers can enjoy available semi-aniline leather-appointed seating with Zero Gravity massaging front seats, inspired by neutral body posture research. Coming back from yoga on the Northshore or a late shift at the hospital, you can tap the seat controls, choose your massage type, and even turn on a heated massage to loosen tight lower back muscles during the drive over the Veterans Bridge.
Ambient lighting with up to 64 color choices lets you tune the cabin to your mood — cool blues for a quiet late-night cruise on Amnicola Highway, or warmer tones on the way to a concert at Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium. An available panoramic moonroof spans both rows, offering views of downtown’s skyline or the Tennessee River, while acoustic glass and active noise control help hush wind and road noise.
Technology is centered around dual 12.3-inch displays. The reconfigurable digital gauge cluster can show a classic twin-dial layout, a modern minimalist speedometer, or driving data alongside navigation. The central touchscreen brings Google built in on select trims, so Google Maps, Google Assistant, and select apps are integrated without needing to pull out your phone. You can ask, “Hey Google, find sushi near me,” and head straight to your favorite Northshore spot without taking your hands off the wheel.
Wireless Apple CarPlay, wireless Android Auto, multiple USB‑C ports front and rear, and standard wireless phone charging keep devices powered and cables out of sight. Paired with the available Bose 10‑speaker audio system, you can turn your drive from Ooltewah or Hixson into a rolling listening room — whether that’s talk radio, true-crime podcasts, or your latest Spotify playlist.
For storage, the Murano offers hidden cubbies for small items, a deep center console sized for a tablet, and rear-seat pockets designed for electronics. Thoughtful touches in the cargo area, like built-in hooks, deep side bins, and an available motion-activated power liftgate, make school runs, Costco hauls, or airport pickups at CHA feel less like a chore.
Chattanooga commuters ask two big questions: Is it safe in real traffic, and can it handle everything my week throws at it? The 2026 Murano answers both with standard Nissan Safety Shield 360, advanced driver assistance, and practical space that still feels premium.
Safety Shield 360 brings Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Blind Spot Warning, Rear Cross Traffic Alert, Lane Departure Warning, and Rear Automatic Braking to every Murano. These systems watch the lanes of I‑75, side streets in St. Elmo, and crowded parking lots in East Brainerd, helping you respond faster if someone steps out between cars or traffic suddenly slows near the I‑24 / I‑59 split.
Step up to the available ProPILOT Assist and ProPILOT Assist 2.1, and your Murano can help with steering, braking, and acceleration on compatible freeways. On long I‑75 stretches between downtown and Cleveland or during rush-hour backups, the system can take over much of the stop-and-go workload while you keep your eyes on the road and hands lightly on the wheel when required.
Parking and tight downtown maneuvers are easier, too. Available 3D Enhanced Intelligent Around View Monitor stitches together multiple camera angles into a virtual overhead car view you can rotate on-screen. Features like Invisible Hood View help you see what’s directly in front of the bumper — helpful for tight parking garages near the Aquarium or narrow alleys around Warehouse Row.
Behind the second row, you’ll find 32.9 cubic feet of cargo space — enough for multiple suitcases, a week’s worth of groceries from Northshore or Red Bank, or gear for a weekend at the lake. Fold the rear seats, and you open up 63.5 cubic feet of flat space, wide enough to slide in a 65-inch TV from a Hamilton Place big-box store. Seatback release handles in the cargo area let you fold seats without walking around to the rear doors.
For light towing, the Murano offers up to 1,500 pounds of capacity when properly equipped, enough for a small utility trailer or bikes and camping gear for a trip toward the Ocoee. With standard Intelligent AWD and modern stability systems, it stays composed when rain builds up around the Ridge Cut or snow dusts Missionary Ridge.
If you’re picturing your own Nissan Murano Chattanooga commute — rolling down I‑24 in a quiet, leather-lined cabin with ambient lighting, or heading to dinner by the Walnut Street Bridge in a crossover that looks as premium as it feels — the next step is simple. Explore trims, colors, and packages, then connect with Mtn View Nissan sales to schedule a test drive and see how this luxury SUV Hamilton County residents are talking about fits your daily life.