This coming September, Nissan’s European-market Murano crossover will be offered with a diesel engine for the first time ever.

The vehicle will get Nissan’s 2.5-liter dCi four-cylinder that can churn out 187 horsepower and 332 lb-ft. of torque. The engine will then be mated to a six-speed automatic transmission.

Although Nissan has not released fuel economy figures, the automaker says that the diesel Murano will be capable of meeting Euro 5 emissions standards all because of the integration of a diesel particle filter to the vehicle.

The diesel Murano will come standard with an all-wheel-drive, as well as a leather-trimmed interior, navigation and a smart key with push-button start. Pricing has not been…

Nissan releases the pricing details for its US-spec 2011 GT-R.

Many may be surprised at the biggest change, which is the elimination of the $80,700 base model (in the 2010 model year). For 2011, the sole model is the $84,060 GT-R Premium (a $1020 increase over the 2010 GT-R Premium). The price increase will give you options which include ‘Super Silver’ paint for $3,000 and floor mats for $280, while the ultra-high performance tires and a cold weather package comes free of charge.

The 2011 GT-R also gets a retuned suspension, strengthened rear bushings, darker wheel center caps, and a thicker layer of clear coat on the front and rear fascias. Other…