he Nissan Murano Is Returning to Japan—and It’s Already Getting a Wild Makeover

USDM to JDMIt’s not surprising that automakers have specific models for each region or market they participate in. There’s no sense selling a product that Japan wants, but the U.S. doesn’t, which leads to USDM like the much-loved Murano SUV. Already in its fourth generation, the Murano has become a popular choice in the larger SUV market.It was also sold in Japan until 2015, but the 11-year absence is about to be broken. Nissan announced in March of 2026 that the Murano would return to Japanese dealerships in 2027, but as a U.S.-built import. Some people seem quite excited for the Murano’s return, and Kuhl Racing, a Japanese tuning firm, has just released aftermarket support in a …