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2011 Nissan Juke SV AWD

The 2011 Nissan Juke SV AWD is a 188-hp turbocharged inline-4 with a xtronic cvt and all-wheel drive. It starts at $22,880 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.

It makes 188 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 177 lb-ft of torque at 2000-5200 rpm, spinning to a 6,400 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 29 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).

The Juke measures 162.4 inches long on a 99.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,172 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$22,880 ($33,064 *)
Engine
Engine TypeMR16DDT 1.6L Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) turbo inline-4, DOHC, aluminum block/head
Horsepower188 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque177 lb-ft @ 2000-5200 rpm
Redline6,400 rpm
Valvetrain16-valve DOHC, silent chain, single-stage
Bore and Stroke79.7 x 81.1 mm
Compression Ratio9.5:1
Injection TypeSequential Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG), turbocharged w/ intercooler
Drivetrain
Drive TypeAll-wheel drive (torque-vectoring, up to 50:50 front/rear)
Transmission
TransmissionXtronic CVT
Fuel Economy
City25 MPG
Highway29 MPG
Combined28 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity11.8 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut, 23mm stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-link with stabilizer bar
Brakes
Front Brake DiscVented disc, 11.7 x 1.02 in.
Rear Brake DiscSolid disc, 11.5 x 0.35 in.
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0 in. aluminum-alloy
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0 in. aluminum-alloy
Tires FrontP215/55R17 (Goodyear Eagle RS-A)
Tires RearP215/55R17 (Goodyear Eagle RS-A)
Dimensions & Weight
Length162.4 in
Width69.5 in
Height61.8 in
Wheelbase99.6 in
Front Track60 in
Rear Track59.3 in
Ground Clearance7 in
Cargo Volume10.5 ft³
Curb Weight3,172 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.6 in
Headroom Rear36.7 in
Legroom Front42.1 in
Legroom Rear32.1 in
Shoulder Room Front53.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear51.4 in
Hip Room Front51.5 in
Hip Room Rear48.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2011 Nissan Juke SUV 4WD).

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan JUKE. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Mar 7, 2018 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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.

Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 18V156000

Feb 24, 2012 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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.

Consequence: FUEL MAY LEAK FROM THE PRESSURE SENSOR, INCREASING THE RISK OF A FIRE.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 12V069000

Dec 8, 2011 · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

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.

Consequence: IF THE BRACKET COMES OFF, THE VEHICLE COULD STALL WHILE THE ENGINE IS IDLING WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: 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.

NHTSA campaign 11V583000

153 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan JUKE

Owner Complaints

153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Nissan JUKE (4 mention a crash, 2 a fire, 2 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Engine65
Fuel/Propulsion System30
Power Train18
Electrical System15
Fuel System15
Unknown Or Other14
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 4, 2026 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Juke. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V156000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that on several occasions while driving up hills…”
Mar 23, 2026 · Engine
“The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Juke. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light unexpectedly illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…”
Feb 26, 2026 · Power Train, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“My 2011 nissan juke has approximately 118,000 miles and I've ran out of gas several times even when it said there was 88 miles left in the tank and the traction control light won't go off it stays on…”
Jan 3, 2024 · Engine, Fuel/Propulsion System
“Engine Failure and Exhaust issue.”
Jul 10, 2023 · Suspension, Power Train, Wheels
“I bought this car LATE 2019, from a used dealership. I WAS ON THE FREEWAY ON MY WAY BACK FROM A 1 1/2 HR DRIVE. AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED ACCELERATING.! I WOULD PUSH DOWN ON THE GAS PETAL AND…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2011 NISSAN JUKE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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