Nissan Murano front and side view

What is the difference between premier and affordable luxury vehicles?

When searching for a new luxury vehicle, there are a couple different options you can pursue. Premier luxury vehicles and affordable luxury vehicles are both great options. It really just depends on preference and budget when it comes down to it. Krenzen Auto has options for both categories. To help you better understand what some of the differences are between the premier and affordable luxury vehicles, we are going to look at some of the highlights from the Lincoln MKX and the Nissan Murano. Keep reading below to learn more!


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2018 Lincoln MKX side and back view

Lincoln MKX

The Lincoln MKX is a premier luxury SUV. The 2018 MKX has an MSRP of $39,035* and is equipped with a twin-turbocharged 2.7-liter V6 engine that provides 335 horsepower that provides a fuel economy of 17 city and 25 highway mpg. The design of the MKX has been carefully thought out and assembled. Some of the design features of the 2018 MKX include the interior ambient lighting, available auto-folding power mirrors, the available panoramic Vista Roof, the hands-free power liftgate, heated and cooled front seats, a unique wood trim and the Bridge of Weir Deepsoft™ leather-trimmed seats®. The Lincoln MKX also has its fair share of technology throughout. Some of this technology includes Lincoln Connect, 4G Wi-Fi® capability, enhanced active park assist, available lane-keeping system, rain-sensing wipers and a 360-degree camera.

Nissan Murano

The 2018 Nissan Murano starts at just $30,800** and has plenty to offer. This affordable luxury SUV is built with a 3.5-liter DOHC 24-valve V6 engine that packs 260 horsepower and a fuel economy of 21 city and 28 highway mpg. There are five different trim levels to choose from, each with a different set of features. Some of these features include the available Nissan Intelligent Mobility features, Automatic Emergency Braking, an 8-inch color touch-screen, Nissan Navigation System, USB inputs, Bose® Premium Audio System, available NissanConnect® Services, Advanced Drive-Assist Display. Along with all of these features, the 2018 Murano also has a first-class interior. The interior includes the driver’s seat memory system, the remote engine start system, dual-zone automatic temperature control, a heated steering wheel, climate-controlled front seats and heated front and rear seats.

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*MSRP for base vehicle shown excluding destination/delivery fee plus government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer processing charge, any electronic filing charge and any emission testing charge. Optional equipment not included.
**All prices are Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, tax, title, license, and options. Dealer sets actual price.