- Kuhl Racing is working on a tuning kit for the Nissan Murano.
- The SUV gains lowered suspension and aftermarket wheels.
- Tuner will also offer a custom aero kit and stronger brakes.
The Nissan Murano is heading back to Japan, only this time as a U.S.-built import slipped through on a new trade deal that waives local testing. Deliveries are still penciled in for early 2027, yet the tuning scene has already clocked in. Kuhl Racing has wasted no time, sketching a low-slung, street-first take on the SUV.
The teaser renderings released by Kuhl lean hard into a low-down look, achieved through an adjustable suspension setup. Ride height drops by roughly 60–70 mm, putting the Murano on a similar footing to a stock R35 GT-R. Yes, a family SUV sitting with GT-R clearance. Make of that what you will.
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Another highlight is the selection of aftermarket forged alloy wheels, which will be available in 21- or 22-inch sizes. The tuner suggests the Verz-Wheels VRF01 with a seven-spoke design, or the two-piece Verz-Wheels KCV04 with ten spokes.
Kuhl believes the Murano’s increased width makes it a strong candidate for sportier builds. While the initial renderings focus on stance, the Japanese company has confirmed plans to develop a full aero kit.
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The package will likely include a more aggressive front splitter, a subtly revised front fascia, deeper side skirts, a discreet rear wing, and a rear diffuser.
Along with the lowered suspension and sharper styling, the Murano is expected to receive upgraded brakes. Engine changes, however, are unlikely, meaning the powertrain will probably remain stock. Buyers in Japan will also need to accept the import’s left-hand-drive layout, despite the country’s right-hand-drive norms.
Unlike its V6-powered predecessor, the fourth-generation Nissan Murano comes exclusively with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. It produces 241 hp (180 kW / 244 PS) and 352 Nm (260 lb-ft). Power is sent to all four wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission and Nissan’s Intelligent AWD system.
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Based on currency conversions from North American pricing for the SL and Platinum trims, Kuhl expects the Murano to start at around ¥8 million ($50,100) in Japan. This would place it alongside rivals such as the Toyota Crown Estate PHEV (Crown Signia), Mazda CX-80, and Lexus RX.
As for upgrade costs, estimates can be drawn from similar components offered for the Toyota Crown Estate. These include ¥776,480 ($4,900) for the body kit, ¥850,000 ($5,300) for the AirForce Super Performance suspension, and up to ¥825,000 ($5,200) for the brake system, totaling around ¥2.5 million ($15,600).
