Some heads only a mother can love. That’s the saying isn’t it? The Nissan Juke might just fit into that category. There’s something familiar about the styling concepts in this vehicle, something born out of a much higher breed relative, but what’s happened to the front end is just concerning. However the drive and day to day experience is one you will probably quite enjoy – the Nissan Juke.
Make: Renault
Model: Juke
Variant: Ti-S AWD Turbo
Engine / Transmission: MR16DDT 1.6 litre 4-cylinder, Xtronic Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) with manual mode
Vital Stats: Power 140kW @ 5,600 rpm / 240Nm @ 2,000 rpm
Nissan Claimed Fuel Economy: 7.4l / 100km
EFTM Claimed Fuel Economy: 9.6l / 100km
MRRP Price: $32,190 (Plus on roads)
Wow Factor : Strewth – look at the thing! It certainly is a head-turner. The high stance yet small body make it a good option for those looking for a high driving position without the big SUV driving and parking issues. This variant has the AWD Turbo and packs a lot more punch than it’s lesser equipped siblings.
Most Impressive : It’s a good drive, soft touch and subtle power means you get what you want and need from the Juke as a city run-about
Not So Impressive : It’s.. How do we put this delicately – It’s UGLY. The rear passenger room isn’t fantastic either.
Trev is a Technology Commentator, Dad, Speaker and Rev Head.
He produces and hosts several popular podcasts, EFTM, Two Blokes Talking Tech, Two Blokes Talking Electric Cars, The Best Movies You’ve Never Seen, and the Private Feed. He is the resident tech expert for Triple M on radio across Australia, and is the resident Tech Expert on Channel 9’s Today Show and appears regularly on 9 News, A Current Affair and Sky News Early Edition.
Father of three, he is often found in his Man Cave.
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