THE NEW NISSAN JUKE

Posted by Lease Cars Direct
09th June 2010 10:20

Nissan are aiming to repeat the huge success of the Qashqai with their latest car the Nissan Juke which will fit into the growing cross-over market. The Nissan Juke will be built at the firm’s Sunderland plant, it will offer a raised ride height with the option of 4x4 and a choice of either a 1.5 109bhp Dci engine or two 1.6 petrol engines. The 1.6 turbo charged version Nissan Juke will produce 187bhp, it will be the only model available with four wheel drive and will get the new six-speed CVT automatic.

Inside the Nissan Juke’s cabin you will find the centre console finished off in high gloss paint with the design inspired from a motorcycle’s fuel tank. The dash features twin chrome dials which mark out the main instruments and colour display for the ventilation system gives the inside of the Nissan Juke a modern look. The Nissan Juke boasts very distinctive chunky looks including circular spotlights and a grill that has been described as a wide mouth, the Juke will come in three trim levels Visia, Acenta and Tekna. Most models will get alloy wheels and climate control as standard and a choice of accessories for owners to personalise their Nissan Juke. The Juke will go on sale in October costing around £13,000 and will be available on lease and contract hire through www.leasecarsdirect.co.uk.