Distinctive, independent, adaptive and confident. Four words that describe the 2011 Nissan
JUKE sport cross and that also fit JUKE's prospective buyers. Unlike traditional entries in
the fast-growing compact hatchback/crossover market today, the all-new JUKE offers bold
styling, unexpected levels of performance and an advanced torque vectoring AWD system
with performance technology usually reserved for premium vehicles.
JUKE's aggressive styling, derived from the dramatic Nissan Qazana Concept, brings a
breath of fresh air to the segment. Built on Nissan's proven global B-platform, JUKE looks
exactly like it drives fun, bold and exciting. It features a powerful front end treatment
with the turn signals integrated into the front fenders, a high beltline and coupe-like falling
roofline. Other exterior details include body-colored outside mirrors and front door handles,
"hidden" rear door handles, integrated roof spoiler and standard 17-inch wheels and tires.
The JUKE interior is equally aggressive with bolstered front seats, a wide instrument panel
and a unique center console inspired by a motorcycle fuel tank and finished in a high-gloss
paint. The gear shift sits on top of the console, with a short shifter lever for sporty driving.
In the rear, a fold-down 60/40-split bench seat and flat load floor provide passenger and
cargo hauling flexibility. Available interior features range from leather-appointed seats and
RearView Monitor to Nissan Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition and navigation
system with real-time traffic information. A long list of standard safety features is also
available, including six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) and Traction Control.
Powering JUKE is a standard 1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) Turbo, 16-valve
DOHC aluminum-alloy inline 4-cylinder engine rated at 180+ horsepower and 170+ lb-ft of
torque. The engine, the first application in North America, combines energetic performance
and good fuel economy. Two transmissions are offered Nissan's advanced Xtronic CVT
(Continuously Variable Transmission) with S-Mode and a 6-speed manual transmission (1.6
SV FWD and 1.6 SL FWD models only).
JUKE's torque vectoring AWD system splits torque up to 50:50 between the front and rear
wheels and can also can split torque from side-to-side across the rear axle. When
cornering, the system helps reduce understeer and enhance the vehicle's cornering feel.
Another new-to-Nissan technology debuting on JUKE is the innovative Integrated Control (ICON)
system. It combines control of the automatic A/C and the three-mode drive selector
Normal for everyday driving, Sport for a more intense performance feel and Eco for
maximum efficiency, adjusting throttle, transmission (CVT) and steering feel for the precise
ride the driver desires.