Editor's Overview
Zippy, fuel-efficient and fun, the Nissan Juke is a subcompact SUV whose radical looks can't help but make it stand out in a crowd.
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You'll Like This Car If...
If you're looking for a small 5-door SUV that is easy on gas, can tackle snow and mud with ease but that has more personality than a
Subaru Impreza or
Suzuki SX4, the 2013 Nissan Juke is worth a look. Cutting-edge audio, navigation and communication options are a welcome bonus.
You May Not Like This Car If...
Beyond its unconventional styling, the 2013 Nissan Juke may not hold much appeal to those who require a big back seat and copious cargo space. If you want something stylish, fuel-efficient and roomy, the
Kia Sportage makes an excellent alternative, as does the
Mini Cooper Countryman.
What's New for 2013
A rearview monitor (SV trims) and revised Rockford Fosgate Ecopunch audio system (SV and SL) are added to the 2013 Nissan Juke's Navigation Package.
Consumer Reviews
Love the Juke!
September 15, 2018
262K and still going. Always reliable.
262K and still going. Always reliable. Everything still works. Car looks newer than it is. Wish it was still made.
Sinker
December 15, 2017
Best, and most fun to drive, small SUV available.
The 2016 Juke is our go every where car. It gets on average, 32MPG, and maneuvers like a dream. My wife purchased her car 6 months...
Jersey Joe
October 17, 2017
BEST VEHICLE I EVER OWNED !!!
Fell in love with it at first sight in the dealers yard! Great handling, fast pickup, very responsive turbo,great Bluetooth and...
Ivan
July 11, 2017
Real deal
Is the real deal for his size. As ugly as is, looks great. Breaks the mold for this size of cars. Motor has a lot of spicy driving, I...
Betty
April 26, 2017
l love this car.
I just brought this car 1 week ago. It feels like a sports car love the feeling.
saelee
December 26, 2016
great job nissan
I HAVE A 2011 JUKE SV AWD I LOVE IT SO MUCH , WILL CONSIDER TRADING FOR A NEW MODEL LATE DOWN THE ROAD. ITS SPEEDY, WITH ALL THE...
Sara
November 22, 2016
I LOVED THIS CAR!!!
I purchased this car after graduating from college; I needed something newer that would keep up with the mileage my new job was going to...
Laurie Beaulieu
June 16, 2016
I love my Juke!
Only selling my Juke to save money on car payments! Very reliable, great in the snow in MN winters!
Jen's Juke
June 02, 2016
I feel like this car was made just for me!
I had never heard of a Juke, but I fell in love with my 2014 Juke the moment I saw her. She is gorgeous, inside and out. I love the red...
Juke Jiver
January 22, 2016
Love this car! Fun to drive
There is not a lot of room in this car, but it is fun to drive and goes great in the snow and ice. The turbo charged engine gives it...
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KBB Editor's Overview
In the 2013 Juke compact SUV, Nissan has created something really quite extraordinary. It's a small SUV – smaller than a CR-V or RAV4 – that is part people-carrier, part off-road dune buggy and part sports car. The Juke can accommodate four people, or its rear seats can be folded to form a fairly large and level cargo floor. Powered by a small 4-cylinder turbocharged engine and offering a choice of a manual gearbox (front-wheel drive only) or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT), the Juke struts its sporty credentials. This sporting nature is bolstered by the variable throttle settings and an enthusiast-oriented sport suspension, two features that further distance it from more pedestrian compact SUVs.
You'll Like This SUV If...
If you're looking for a small 5-door SUV that is easy on gas, can tackle snow and mud with ease but that has more personality than a
Subaru Impreza or
Suzuki SX4, the 2013 Nissan Juke is worth a look. Cutting-edge audio, navigation and communication options are a welcome bonus.
You May Not Like This SUV If...
Beyond its unconventional styling, the 2013 Nissan Juke may not hold much appeal to those who require a big back seat and copious cargo space. If you want something stylish, fuel-efficient and roomy, the
Kia Sportage makes an excellent alternative, as does the
Mini Cooper Countryman.
What's New for 2013
A rearview monitor (SV trims) and revised Rockford Fosgate Ecopunch audio system (SV and SL) are added to the 2013 Nissan Juke's Navigation Package.
Driving It
Driving Impressions
The 2013 Nissan Juke SUV's taut suspension is adept in minimizing body roll and lean, with only a minimal trade-off in the areas of ride comfort. The electric-assist power steering feels pretty spot-on, although we'd still prefer a hydraulic setup in a car like this. The Juke's big standard wheels and tires combined with its wide front and rear track also aid in stability, but those same tires do create a fair bit of road noise. When equipped with Nissan's "intelligent" all-wheel-drive (AWD) package, the Juke gains a torque-vectoring setup and a CVT transmission usually found only in much more expensive vehicles. AWD Jukes also ditch the base car's torsion-beam rear axle in favor of more desirable independent rear suspension. The Nissan Juke's raised driving position, oversized side mirrors and good driver sightlines make it easy to maneuver in all but the tightest confines.
Favorite Features
I-CON (ADVANCED-INTEGRATED CONTROL) SYSTEM INTERFACE
Standard on the Juke SV and SL, Nissan's slick I-CON interface/display toggles between "Climate" and "D-mode," each with its own specific graphics. In the former, I-CON commands all heat/air functions while the latter features Normal/Sport/Eco settings that appropriately revise the electronic mapping for throttle response, transmission shifts and steering feel.
INTELLIGENT AWD WITH TORQUE VECTORING
Available on all three Juke trim levels, Nissan's Intelligent All-Wheel Drive system can create up to a 50/50 front/rear power split and also distribute torque from side to side on the rear axle to improve handling and reduce understeer when cornering.
Vehicle Details
Interior
If you're into cutting-edge interior styling, the 2013 Nissan Juke SUV is the poster child for the compact SUV segment. From its molded plastic center console that mimics a motorcycle's fuel tank to the multifunction ventilation controls that, with a push of a button, change to become the Sport/Normal/Eco mode throttle controls, the Juke's interior is a visual smorgasbord. Don't look for much in the way of cargo space because with only 10.5 cubic feet, there isn't much. However, folding the rear seats flat creates 35 cubic feet of space, more than enough to fit all of your toys.
Exterior
The 2013 Nissan Juke is a vehicle you either instantly fall in love with or run screaming from as fast as you can. From its big-eyed bumper-mounted headlights to the elongate clear plastic turn-signal/parking lights that run the length of the fender tops, the Juke appears otherworldly. Move to the side, and a roofline that squats low as it moves rearward is accented by color-keyed integrated rear door handles giving the 5-door Juke a coupe-like appearance. A single-piece hatch with electronic release opens to reveal the Juke's rather tiny cargo hold.
Notable Standard Equipment
Beyond first-rate powertrain/suspension/vehicle dynamics elements shared with its SV/SL kin, even the base Juke nets Nissan's Xtronic CVT automatic transmission plus power windows/locks/mirrors, air conditioning, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio, iPod connectivity, Bluetooth, cruise control, keyless remote entry, a multifunction steering wheel, trip computer, vehicle security/immobilizer systems and front/front-side/side-curtain airbags. The SV adds premium upholstery cloth, a power moonroof, automatic climate control, the I-CON multifunction controller, satellite radio, a USB port and privacy glass, while SL trim includes the Navigation Package, leather upholstery, heated front seats, fog lights, and auto on/off headlights.
Notable Optional Equipment
Nissan's decision to develop three definitive variations on the Juke theme keeps the formal extras list on each to a minimum. The sole choice for 2013 Juke S buyers consists of front- (FWD) or all-wheel drive (AWD). At the SV level, that list expands to include swapping its standard 6-speed manual transmission for the CVT and adding the Navigation Package that brings an SD-card-based navi system with 5.0-inch color LCD screen, rearview monitor, the Rockford Fosgate Ecopunch system and USB connectivity. The fully loaded SL limits its configuration alternatives to front/AWD and/or 6MT/CVT transmissions.
Under the Hood
All 2013 Nissan Jukes are fitted with a 1.6-liter "DIG" (Direct Injection Gasoline) inline 4-cylinder that boasts the trifecta of modern engine tech – direct fuel injection, turbocharging/intercooling and variable camshaft timing – here on both the intake and exhaust side – to deliver an impressive mix of performance and economy. Generating a stout 188 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque from 2,000-5,200 revs, it matches well with the CVT automatic (which includes S-mode that serves up six "virtual" gears) and the 6-speed manual gearbox, and can comfortably handle the added weight of the AWD system. A manual-equipped FWD Juke can sprint to 60 mph in around seven seconds, while the CVT and AWD each add about a half tick to that baseline figure.
1.6-liter turbocharged inline-4
188 horsepower @ 5,600 rpm
177 lb-ft of torque @ 2,000-5,200 rpm
EPA city/highway fuel economy: 25/31 mpg (FWD, manual), 27/32 mpg (FWD, automatic), 25/30 mpg (AWD, automatic)
Pricing Notes
The Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on the 2013 Nissan Juke compact SUV starts just under $21,000 for an entry-level S model, with the SV beginning closer to $22,000 and the top-line Juke SL opening right below $25,000. To make your best deal, be sure to check the Fair Purchase Price at KBB.com that shows the typical transaction price paid for the Juke in your area. While more conventional, but less-powerful and in many cases less well-equipped rivals like the Subaru XV Crosstrek, Suzuki SX4 Sportback and Toyota Matrix XRS Sport can be had for about the same or less, none can match the performance of any Juke variant. The Juke's distinctive exterior styling remains a bit of a long-term wild card here, but historically Nissan vehicles have done a reasonable job of holding their comparative value over time. We suspect the SV will fare best in that particular arena.
