DecodedCars2011 Nissan Juke
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2011 models.
- Class
- Small Station Wagons
- Body styles
- 4 Dr SUV Sv AWD/Sl AWD, 4 Dr SUV Sv FWD/Sl FWD
- Engines
- 1.6L 4-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 29 combined · 27 city / 32 hwy
- Length
- 162.6 in
- Curb weight
- 2,895–3,153 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 29 MPG combined — 19% better than the average 2011 small station wagon (24.4 MPG).
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2011 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2011 Nissan Juke is a small station wagon offered with a 1.6L 4-cyl turbo engine and front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 163 inches long and 70 inches wide on a 100-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,153 lb (4 Dr SUV Sv AWD/Sl AWD).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 29 MPG combined (27 city / 32 highway), 19% better than the 2011 small station wagon average of 24.4 MPG, for an estimated $2,850 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 108 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Dr SUV Sv AWD/Sl AWD | 162.6 in | 69.7 in | 61.8 in | 99.6 in | 60.2 / 59.4 in | 3,153 lb | 60/40 |
| 4 Dr SUV Sv FWD/Sl FWD | 162.6 in | 69.7 in | 61.8 in | 99.6 in | 60.2 / 60.2 in | 2,895 lb | 60/40 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S6) | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 32 / 29 | +19% | $2,850 | 306 |
| Juke | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 6-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 24 / 30 / 27 | +11% | $3,050 | 329 |
| Juke AWD | 1.6L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (AV-S6) | All-Wheel Drive | 25 / 29 / 27 | +11% | $3,050 | 329 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2011 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2011 Nissan Juke.
Similar 2011 small station wagons
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Nissan Juke (this car) | 29 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2011 Honda Fit | 31 MPG | Not rated | 11 |
| 2011 Kia Soul | 28 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2011 Scion xB | 24 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2011 Nissan Cube | 28 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2011 Toyota Matrix | 29 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline · Mar 7, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V156000 · 49,385 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2011-2012 Nissan Juke vehicles previously remedied under recall 12V-069. During that recall remedy, the fuel pressure sensor may not have been properly tightened, potentially causing the sensor to loosen and leak fuel.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will tighten the fuel pressure sensor to the proper torque, free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Fuel System, Gasoline · Feb 24, 2012
NHTSA campaign 12V069000 · 79,275 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 JUKE, INFINITI QX AND INFINITI M VEHICLES. THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSORS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO THE CORRECT SPECIFICATION. AS A RESULT, THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR MAY LOOSEN DUE TO HEAT AND VIBRATION CAUSING FUEL TO LEAK.
- Risk
- FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE PRESSURE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.
- Fix
- NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSORS, AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 2, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Turbo/Supercharger · Dec 8, 2011
NHTSA campaign 11V583000 · 28,294 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 NISSAN JUKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 9, 2010, THROUGH MAY 12, 2011. THE TURBOCHARGER BOOST SENSOR BRACKET MAY SEPARATE FROM THE AIR INLET TUBE DUE TO A DEFECTIVE WELD.
- Risk
- IF THE BRACKET COMES OFF, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WHILE THE ENGINE IS IDLING WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL CHECK THE LOT NUMBER ON THE AIR INLET TUBE AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT JANUARY 9, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Not every 2011 Nissan Juke is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2011 Nissan Juke buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 47 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 26 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Power Train — 14 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 84,454 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2011 Nissan Juke. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Juke years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →