I used to drive a 2004 Murano SL, and it was always giving me problems, constant misfires, o2 sensors going out, horrible gas mileage (I was averaging 7mpg before I got rid of it) and no amount of parts changing fixed it, it would just break again the next day, all this being under 200k miles

While I liked this car a lot, I don't recommend it with the advancements of newer cars or different brands. I bought this car from a first owner who had a private mechanic do all repairs. There was a small oil leak at first. I've had to do about $2,700 worth of repairs in the past 2 years. The biggest flaw of this vehicle is the relatively quick wear of the engine. It's good for an in-city drive, but not a commuter. I had the valve rings replaced, now experiencing valve seal issues and will not bother getting it fixed anymore. Tons of new parts: water pump, radiator hose, radiator, several pistons, camshaft connectors, rotator arms, and O2 sensors. I do think this car is very spacious and stylish. It easily drives on any kind of terrain and is excellent for carrying oversized items. I would say it's good when the odometer is under 200k. Any higher than that and it's basically guaranteed to just crumble apart.

Generally, I have liked the vehicle, but I would probably not buy my next vehicle with a CVT, despite the claims of better gas mileage. I will research my next purchase very carefully.