The Nissan Murano was a crossover Sport Utility Vehicle trendsetter, leaving behind the boxy look of the truck-based models and offering radically different styling, a relatively generous interior and innovative technology, such as its standard CVT automatic transmission. All that makes it a prime choice for the fashion-conscious SUV buyer. The Murano isn't for everyone, but with very modern design touches both inside and out, the Murano ranks as a clear opposite to other, more conventional choices, such as the Toyota Highlander.