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The 2011 Nissan Juke is an all-new addition to Nissan's hatchback lineup. The Juke is specifically a different take on the hatchback due to its different design philosophy.
Priced at $23,200 goes up against the likes of Toyota FJ Cruiser, Mazda CX-9, and Volkswagen Tiguan. Having a turbocharged peppy 1.6 Liter inline 4 engine, the Nissan Juke delivers superior acceleration and performance. It stands out in the segment having a proper well-decorated interior along with an excellent fuel economy. This Nissan is also high on safety which makes it a pleasant choice for many shoppers.
For the price, the SL trim is worth considering. It is comparatively cheaper than most of the rivals and comes equipped with a host of features. It has the perfect balance between price and feature and includes all the modern features one can expect from a compact SUV.
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S 5dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
S 5dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
The 2011 Nissan Juke is an all-new addition to Nissan's hatchback lineup. The Juke is specifically a different take on the hatchback due to its different design philosophy.
Priced at $23,200 goes up against the likes of Toyota FJ Cruiser, Mazda CX-9, and Volkswagen Tiguan. Having a turbocharged peppy 1.6 Liter inline 4 engine, the Nissan Juke delivers superior acceleration and performance. It stands out in the segment having a proper well-decorated interior along with an excellent fuel economy. This Nissan is also high on safety which makes it a pleasant choice for many shoppers.
The 2011 Nissan Juke is distributed in three trims mainly. They are the S, SV, and the SL. The base or S starts at a price of $19,570 and goes all up to $23,200 for the top-variant SL. The SL offers a complete package of all the features being the top-end trim and includes plush features like a leather-wrapped steering wheel and leather upholstery.
Trim |
S |
SV |
SL |
---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$19,570 |
$20,880 |
$23,200 |
Key-features |
17-inch alloy wheels |
All feature of S, plus: |
All features of SV, plus: |
Full power accessories |
Sunroof |
Automatic headlights |
|
Cruise control |
Rear privacy glass |
Fog Lights |
|
Keyless entry |
Keyless ignition |
Leather upholstery |
|
A/C |
Leather-wrapped steering wheel |
Heated front seats |
|
Tilt steering wheel |
Satellite Radio |
Navigation System |
|
6-speaker stereo |
Automatic climate control |
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CD Player |
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For the price, the SL trim is worth considering. It is comparatively cheaper than most of the rivals and comes equipped with a host of features. It has the perfect balance between price and feature and includes all the modern features one can expect from a compact SUV.
The Nissan Juke is powered by a 1.6 Liter Inline 4 engine. It comes with an All-Wheel-Drive layout and a Continuously Variable Automatic transmission.
For its size, the car is quite sporty and the turbocharged engine has a decent punch in its class. We are also impressed by its swift acceleration and precise handling.
Model |
Nissan Juke SL |
Toyota FJ Cruiser |
Mazda CX-9 Sport |
Volkswagen Tiguan S |
---|---|---|---|---|
MSRP |
$23,200 |
$25,790 |
$29,135 |
$23,720 |
Engine |
1.6 Liter Inline 4 |
4.0 Liter V6 |
3.7 Liter V6 |
2.0 Liter Inline 4 |
Drivetrain |
All-wheel-drive |
Rear-wheel-drive |
Front-wheel-drive |
Front-wheel-drive |
Transmission |
Continuously variable-speed automatic |
5-speed automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
6-speed shiftable automatic |
Power |
188 hp @ 5600 rpm |
260 hp @ 5600 rpm |
273 hp @ 6250 rpm |
200 hp @ 5100 rpm |
Torque |
177 ft-lbs. @ 2000 rpm |
271 ft-lbs. @ 4400 rpm |
270 ft-lbs. @ 4250 rpm |
207 ft-lbs. @ 1700 rpm |
Top Speed(mph) |
130 mph |
145 mph |
148 mph |
133 mph |
0-60(mph) |
7.8 sec |
7.7 sec |
7.8 sec |
8.4 sec |
Quarter-mile |
14.2 sec |
14.1 sec |
15.6 sec |
16.0 sec |
Here, the Mazda CX-9 is the most powerful in terms of power output. The Toyota FJ Cruiser holds the second-highest position. For a compact car of its size, the Nissan Juke astonishes us with its impressive acceleration and quarter-mile run. It is also the car to feature an All Wheel Drive layout in this segment.
The Nissan Juke returns a fuel economy of 25 mpg in the city, 30 mpg on the highway, and 27 mpg combined. Being a compact car and a small 1.6 Liter engine on offer, the fuel economy for the Juke is quite superior in comparison to its rivals. The Volkswagen Tiguan with its 2.0 Liter Inline 4 engine returns a fuel economy of 20 mpg in the city, 25 mpg on the highway, and 22 mpg combined.
Model |
Nissan Juke SL |
Toyota FJ Cruiser |
Mazda CX-9 Sport |
Volkswagen Tiguan S |
---|---|---|---|---|
MPG (City) (mpg) |
25 |
17 |
17 |
20 |
MPG (Highway) (mpg) |
30 |
22 |
24 |
25 |
MPG (Combined) (mpg) |
27 |
19 |
19 |
22 |
Fuel Capacity (gallon) |
11.8 gal |
19.0 gal |
20.1 gal |
16.8 gal |
Range (City/Hwy) |
295 / 354 miles |
323 / 418 miles |
342 / 482 miles |
336 / 420 miles |
It is clearly indicative from the chart, that the Nissan Juke is undoubtedly the most fuel-efficient vehicle in the segment. The second spot gets occupied by the Volkswagen Tiguan, followed by the Mazda CX-9 and the Toyota FJ Cruiser. Having an efficient engine, the Nissan Juke misses out on a larger tank capacity. However, still, with its mileage figures, the Nissan Juke can cover 295 miles in the city and 354 miles on the highway with a full tank of fuel.
The Nissan Juke has the capacity to accommodate 5 passengers in total. Though exterior looks are subjected to personal preference the Nissan Juke has a stylish interior. The seats of this car are comfortable which would impress most of the people on board.
Model |
Nissan Juke SL |
Toyota FJ Cruiser |
Mazda CX-9 Sport |
Volkswagen Tiguan S |
---|---|---|---|---|
Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
7 |
5 |
Front Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
38.6/53.6/42.1 |
41.3/58.4/41.9 |
39.6/59.4/40.9 |
39.1/56.2/40.1 |
Rear Row (Head/Shoulder/Leg) (in) |
36.7/51.4/32.1 |
40.3/53.9/31.3 |
39.0/58.7/39.8 |
39.0/54.8/35.8 |
Cargo Capacity (cu-ft) |
10.5 cu-ft |
27.9 cu-ft |
17.2 cu-ft |
23.8 cu-ft |
However, the backseats of the Nissan Juke are not advisable for adult or taller passengers. Additionally, the Juke offers a hell lot of space as cargo with the rear seats folded. In this segment, it can be seen that the Mazda CX-9 is the only car to feature a 7 passenger capacity. Major interior features include:
The Nissan Juke is loaded with features. The SL trims come with a 5-inch touchscreen monitor with a built-in navigation system. The system also receives information about traffic updates.
The audio needs of the car are fulfilled through the 6-speaker stereo system that includes a Rockford Fosgate subwoofer. Other features include a USB-port, AM/FM Stereo, an Auxiliary Audio Input. Some of the infotainment features are:
The 2011 Nissan Juke runs on a set of 17-inch alloy wheels. It also includes automatic headlights and fog lights in the front. Designwise it has a chunky and appealing look and resembles more of a mini-crossover. The Juke is now wider in width with a wide front grille in the front and an angular roofline merges into the rear fascia.
Model |
Nissan Juke SL |
Toyota FJ Cruiser |
Mazda CX-9 Sport |
Volkswagen Tiguan S |
---|---|---|---|---|
Curb Weight (lbs) |
3210 lb. |
4079 lb. |
4330 lb. |
3433 lb. |
Length (in.) |
162.4 in. |
183.9 in. |
200.2 in. |
174.3 in. |
Width (in.) |
69.5 in. |
75.0 in. |
76.2 in. |
71.2 in. |
Height (in.) |
61.8 in. |
71.3 in. |
68.0 in. |
66.3 in. |
Ground Clearance (in.) |
7.0 in. |
8.7 in. |
N/A |
6.9 in. |
Wheelbase (in.) |
99.6 in. |
105.9 in. |
113.2 in. |
102.5 in. |
In terms of curb weight, the Nissan Juke is comparatively lighter in weight than most of its rivals. The Mazda CX-9 is the heaviest in the segment, followed by the Toyota FJ Cruiser and the Volkswagen Tiguan. Ground clearance is maximum in the case of the Toyota FJ Cruiser with the Nissan Juke offering 7.0 inches of clearance. Some major exterior features include:
The 2011 Nissan Juke has not been through the crash-tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) or the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety(IIHS), so there are no safety ratings available for this car. However, it comes with the usual list of standard safety features that are present in every other car. Some of the safety features equipped in the Nissan Juke are:
The Nissan Juke is a compact SUV in the affordable segment. It misses out on the power punch as most of its rivals provide but delivers impressive results in the fuel economy section beating each and every rival by a sheer margin. Though the exterior look of this new Nissan is a bit controversial the splendid interior and the comfort level of the seats really impresses us. The car is loaded with a plethora of features that are not going to bore you in case you are planning to buy one.