All Murano models come with features above the class standard. Standard equipment on all three versions includes dual-zone automatic temperature control, a high-power AM/FM/CD audio system, power windows with auto up/down feature in front, keyless remote entry, reclining rear seats, and 18-inch alloy wheels.

The Murano SE comes with a firmer sport-tuned suspension, a manual shift mode, styled alloy wheels and dark-silver lower bumpers. High-intensity xenon headlights, which have a manual leveling feature, are standard on the SE and optional on the SL.

Safety features surpass the class standard. Among them: dual-stage frontal air bags with seat belt sensors, front-seat side-impact airbags, full-cabin curtain style head-protection airbags, and active front head restraints. Rollover sensors for the airbag system have been added for 2005. Murano comes standard with four-wheel vented disc brakes with ABS, Brake Assist and electronic brake-force distribution. Option safety equipment: Vehicle Dynamic Control, which helps the driver correct skids, a Traction Control System, and a tire-pressure monitoring, all part of the Dynamic Control Package ($750), which can only be added to models with the Premium package.

Options come packaged in ascending groups. The S can be purchased with a Convenience package ($800) including a 10-way adjustable driver's seat (standard on the SL and SE models), roof rails, adjustable pedals, and a cargo cover and net. The SL and SE models can be further upgraded with a Premium package ($1,500), which adds a more powerful stereo with subwoofer and auto volume control to the contents of the Convenience package. The Sunroof package ($2,500) adds an electric sunroof to the Premium equipment. The SL and SE Leather package ($3,500) adds leather upholstery and a four-way adjustable front passenger seat. The Touring package ($4,300 on the SE, $4,550 on the SL) adds to the leather package heated front seats with memory, Intelligent Key, heated mirrors, pre-wiring for the Nissan Mobile Entertainment System, and on the SL dark silver lower bumpers.

At the top of the options list is the Technology Package, which includes a DVD navigation system and rear view video monitor ($2,350). The rear-seat DVD entertainment package ($1,720) comes with a 6.4-inch drop-down screen, remote control and two wireless headsets. Satellite radio, Sirius or XM, is a dealer installed option ($400). A chrome wheel package is available for SL models ($1,200).