The Nissan Murano CrossCabriolet is a first: a convertible crossover that has four seats, including a roomy backseat. It’s based on the midsize Murano, but it has a considerably higher starting price. The CrossCabriolet has no direct competitors, though some might argue it’s in the same family as the Jeep Wrangler — a four-wheel-drive truck with a removable soft-top. New for 2014 There are no significant changes for 2014. Exterior Highlights
Top in tan or black
Two doors
Soft top with built-in skylight above rear seats
20-inch wheels with all-season tires
Xenon high-intensity-discharge headlights
Front fog lights
LED taillights
Heated side mirrors
Interior Highlights
Leather seats with front seat heaters and eight-way power adjustment for the driver
Switches on top of the front seat move the seats forward for easier entry to rear
Keyless access and ignition
Heated steering wheel
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth phone connectivity
Bose stereo with iPod interface and satellite radio
Available navigation system with Bluetooth streaming audio
Under the Hood
265-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
Continuously variable automatic transmission
All-wheel drive
Premium gas recommended
Safety Features
Side-impact airbags in front seats for torso protection
Side curtain airbags deploy from the doors to provide head protection in front seats
Four-wheel antilock disc brakes
Electronic stability system
For rollover protection, active roll bars remain out of sight behind the backseat and deploy only if the car tips