The Nissan Juke had a long hiatus from the Australian market before returning in 2020. The new model is built on fresh underpinnings and aims to fix the main complaints from the original. Styling is still distinctive, which is a polite way of saying people will still argue about it in car parks.
Jenny reviews the Ti trim, spending time on what matters: the 1.0 L three-cylinder turbo with 84 kW and 180 Nm, the ride, and how the rear seats work for real people. The cabin is a step forward from the old car. Rear legroom is still modest. The digital instrument cluster and floating infotainment screen give it a premium feel at a price that is not.
The Juke is for buyers who want something with character in a sea of sensible crossovers. The engine is small but the car is also small, and they suit each other. It is not the most practical choice in the class, but it is one of the most interesting. Whether that is a good thing depends entirely on the buyer.
The full review is on the CarTell.tv YouTube channel above.
