2011 Nissan JUKE Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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IIHS Crash Test

Good

Source IIHS.org

MPG (up to)

25 City / 30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

188

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Kyle N

Small and nimble with the right amount of zip.

I purchased this car used from a private seller that took particularly good care of it. While it is not a souped up Speedwagon, it is small and nimble with an acceptable level of speed for my needs. Easy to parallel park, the goofy eye bubbles actually really help with knowing where the front of the car ends. I have a manual transmission which is still very smooth for its age. I am a tall person and with the seat down and back there is enough headroom for me, there is even more headroom without the sunroof. Leather seats are comfortable, heated seat feature has two settings and provides enough heat to keep you warm in the winter. Little in terms of blind spots, even more so when you take the headrests off the back seat. When you put the back seats down there is actually a good amount of space, I have fit a whole dresser in there and another time fit a whole dining room furnishing trip from ikea. I love my car, and with the tinted windows and body accessories it is approachable with just the right amount of aggressiveness for a casual car buyer.

Courtney S

2011 Nissan juke review sl.

My only problem I have had is carbon build up in the engine, cost me a lot of money in tests because no one knew what was wrong. Reliable, ac’s great, turbo engine but good gas mileage, cute interior and exterior, holding up well, intuitive design and easy to use.

Victoria T

It is very compact. It is very easy to maneuver in tight places.

My care has great gas mileage. It is equipped with navigation, heated seats, and media plugins. The car is very compact.

Mary P

Love my Juke but the Juke might not be right for everyone

Feels like driving a large SUV but drives like a car. Large enough to carry 4 people but not a luxury SUV. Great in bad weather. Lacks power but I rarely need excess power. Has enough space to fit whatever I need to carry providing there's no one sitting in the back seats. I purchased it to replace my Honda Civic after a car accident when I went off the road in a snowstorm. It makes me feel safe being able to switch it from 2 wheel to 4 wheel to all wheel drive. I also love the look of it as it is different than all the other vehicles on the road that look like boxes with 4 wheels.

Nancy N

My juke does not have 4 wheel drive is automatic transmission.

I love that it feels like a big car on the inside, handles like a comfort car, greats great gas mileage, is wonderful in deep snow. Love the leaver seats, sound system, GPS & map. Rear camera, skylight, minimal repairs, no breakdowns. Holds a lot of stuff.

Summer W

Love my juke! Super happy customer!

I adore my juke and love that it is AWD. The leather seats are very easy to clean. I like that the carbon footprint is smaller than most vehicles. I do not have any complaint and would purchase a juke again! When my son turns 16, my juke will become his first car and I will purchase a new Nissan.

Patsy C

Crossover with gray exterior, black interior, cold ac, dependable.

I chose my vehicle based on my knowledge of Nissans. My car don't use much gas on the highway. It's somewhat small for my size. But I make it work. It runs good. Cold air, electric windows, cloth seats, tilt steering wheel and nice gray exterior color.

Lauren C

Small but mighty juke love.

What I love best about my vehicle is its versatility and performance. I have never had any issues with the vehicle, and yet it is able to do so many things. It is large enough to lower the seats and carry large items, it is just high enough to go through semi flooded streets. It is easy to maneuver but clearly has power under the engine.

Negative Owner Reviews

Kimberly K

Do not buy it. The transmission is not strong enough.

It's not reliable. It is cheaply made. You can't drive long distances with it.

Joe W

The heated seats are awesome especially in the winter time and love the navigation system it helps me if I get lost

It's a nice car but too small for my family love the design and color love the navigation system and the heated seats

Katie W

2011 Nissan juke: fun but problematic.

I do love the visual design of the Nissan juke, and it is comfortable to drive and is compact so it is easy to park. However, the 2011 model has become notorious for its various problems, and this is a high maintenance car overall anyway. There was a recall on the timing chain, which was fixed for free the first time, but when it malfunctioned a second time, Nissan took no responsibility. Personally my car is currently being diagnosed for the air conditioning randomly quitting. I have also had to install a battery disconnect switch due to a parasitic drain I haven’t be able to find the source of. The car also prefers premium gas. And, the cargo space is lacking. The seats fold down, but the design at the top of the hatchback makes fitting furniture in a hassle.

Marcy F

Turbocharged 2011 Nissan juke sv.

It is compact but roomy. I love that it is turbocharged and takes off fairly quickly! Great on gas mileage. I do not like the fact that it does not have a good stereo equipment. Under warranty, I had to replace the motor but has been very reliable since. I would not recommend this vehicle to a tall person.

Kevin T

Inexpensive, stylish and strong performing vehicle!

I like the looks - it's quite distinctive. I like the turbocharged engine which is economical on gas, but has power nu reserve when needed. I dislike the lack of cargo space - it's quite limited.

Gabriela A

Juke lover as long as minor issues are not acting up

What I love about the car is that it has a turbo engine, which makes it powerful and reliable when it's long distance drive. It looks small from the outside but when you are inside it's spacious and comfortable. The only issues that I have had with it is that I had to take it a couple of times to the shop for different issues with it.

Ashley G

Snow handling is great! Not what you would expect.

It is very reliable. I haven't had a problem with it at all although gas mileage could be a little better for how small it is. It works great in the snow. I do have to put a new set of tires on each year. Inferior noise is also a little loud for my liking.

BRADLEY B

Pros and cons, mpg vs utility.

Pros: the juke is a really fun car to drive. The responsive steering and throttle work well with my style of driving and the manual transmission is one of the easiest I have ever used. The eco driving mode is one of the better features. It allows me to save almost $25.00 a month on my day to day driving for work. . Cons: it is small. In addition to the small cabin area there is nearly zero space in the hatch. The hatch area is also waist high which makes it difficult for older dogs to get in and out when you put the back seats down. . Recommendation: if you have a decent daily drive this is a great car for that, especially if you live in warm climates as the ac does not draw too much extra gas. If however you need to move large amounts of anything on a regular basis or have children I would not recommend this car.

Nissan JUKE Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

188 HP 27 MPG 5 Seats

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2011 Nissan JUKE Owner Reviews

4.42

152 Reviews

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5 stars

57%

4 stars

32%

3 stars

10%

2 stars

1 star

Marilyn R on June 25, 2021

4 door sedan, compact, economical on gas, low mileage, spacious cargo area.

It is a 4 door sedan. It is compact and economical on gas. It drives great. Has a good heater and good air conditioner. It has built in navigational system, which I have never used. It is of wine color with chrome rims.The 2 back seats fold down so you have more cargo area. It may be compact but has plenty of car space.

Kristy M on June 10, 2021

Great affordable and dependable SUV.

I have had the vehicle for almost 3 years now and the ac started going out a little but other than that it is ran beautifully. It is a smaller SUV but very spacious and comfortable inside. The gas mileage is incredible, definitely a great car for saving money. Overall cost of car and gas mileage is all worth it for the value you get.

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Pros from Owners

Carrie W.

AWD, auto lock-ins and windows, good gas mileage. It fits our in City living as well out heading out to the mountains or lake and handling more dangerous road conditions. It is a great car that I would buy again.

Nicole M.

It is a smaller SUV and I can switch AWD off and on. It is a great car to maintain and easy to drive and steer. The back seat folds down easy to give more room. My car is higher off the ground but still small and fits in tighter spaces.

Cons from Owners

Carrie W.

It is very small. My 6'1" Husband says it is not the most comfortable vehicle he's ever been in. The stereo is not updated and has no Bluetooth capabilities so it creates an issue with wiring in the dash.

Nicole M.

The vent area and middle area is not ideal, especially if you are using smartphone attachments. There are no arm rests and the middle area is open with no covering if that matters to you. Though it is an SUV, it is a smaller SUV. The back doors, which I find awesome, do confuse people on how to open them because the door handles are not in the most obvious space. The gas mileage is not amazing but normal.

Ranks #6 Small Cars by Owners

The 2011 Nissan JUKE has an average owner rating of 4.42 out of 5 which ranks it #6 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Ranks #10 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2011 Nissan JUKE has a combined MPG of 36 which ranks it #10 of 29 other Small Cars.

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Is The 2011 Nissan JUKE A Good Car?

Exceptional vehicle no problems very low maintenance. I only purchase Nissan products for myself. Great running car.

carole L.

Absolutely! It's good on gas with good gas mileage. Small, yet efficient. Cold ac. Drives smoothly. Easy to navigate.

Ryan T.

Yes dependable easy to drive like the style good gas mileage. Handles well has great pick up. 4 seater with plenary of room

Arthur D.

How Reliable Is The 2011 Nissan JUKE?

Very reliable, I have had car since 2013 and only put a new battery in it along with brakes. I have almost 70 thousand miles on it.

carole L.

I personally believe this vehicle is a reliable vehicle. I drive it constantly and have only has a couple problems with it. One being I did not update the computer inside the car therefore it was not... Read More

Alec T.

It's very reliable. I keep it serviced so I don't have any issues. My check engine light comes on at times. But the mechanic couldn't detect a problem.

Cathy A.

Have had no problem bought it used but have only had to put brakes, tires and general maintenance. Currently ha 97000 miles still runs great

Leah P.

Is The 2011 Nissan JUKE A Good Value?

Great value... I love Nissan vehicles and wouldn't buy any other vehicle. It is my 3rd vehicle by Nissan.

carole L.

When I got my car is was around $11,000 which is reasonable if someone wants a reliable vehicle. Since my car still runs great today I believe it was a good value.

Kathy P.

I'm paying $14,000 for a used one. Not sure what the new one cost. But I feel it's a good value. Nissans last a long time.

Roxanne F.

Purchase price. 1100.00. Very good value. Reliable and gas mileage makes it cost effective. Small 12 gal tank. Fills up for about $35.00. Last me at least a week

Mandy P.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2011 nissan juke sv oil type?

Answer: The 2011 Nissan JUKE SV uses SAE 5w-30 full synthetic oil. It has a capacity of 4.3 quarts. Oil keeps the internal parts of your engine lubricated and it also removes dirt, sludge, and other impurities which...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety