This morning, Nissan issued a press release announcing that the 2016 Murano was recently named the "Best Two-Row SUV for Families" by U.S. News & World Report. This is the second time in as many months that the magazine has recognized the bold crossover for a major award. Last month, the Murano was named to the publication's list of "Best Cars for the Money.

The "Best Cars for Families" list is compiled based on a combination of professional automotive reviews, safety and reliability ratings, seating and cargo volume and the availability of family-friendly features. Editors praised Murano for delivering a leading combination of interior space, family-friendly features, safety, and a near-luxury level of refinement.

“Nissan is honored by the continuing recognition of our new Murano by the editors of U.S. News & World Report,” said Dan Mohnke, vice president, Nissan Chief Marketing Manager & Marketing Operations. “Consumers seem to be in agreement with the publication’s assessment – sales of Murano are on fire in 2016, increasing more than 85 percent in February and more than 65 percent for year, compared to the same periods in 2015.”