2012 Nissan Juke SL FWD
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- Photo: 2013 Nissan Juke SL AWD in Sapphire Black, Front Left, 05-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2013 Nissan Juke Tekna 1.6 by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Driver's Side - 2012 Nissan Juke (7414527596) by Michael Sheehan, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2013 Nissan Juke SL AWD in Sapphire Black, Rear Left, 05-13-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan Juke 16GT FOUR Type V interior by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2012 Nissan Juke SL FWD is a 188-hp turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $23,930 MSRP.
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 30 mpg highway.
The Juke measures 162.4 inches long on a 99.6-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,941 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $23,930 ($33,873 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | MR16DDT 1.6L Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG) turbo inline-4, DOHC, aluminum block/head |
| Horsepower | 188 hp @ 5,600 rpm |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft @ 2000-5200 rpm |
| Redline | 6,400 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-valve DOHC, silent chain, single-stage |
| Bore and Stroke | 79.7 x 81.1 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Injection Type | Sequential Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG), turbocharged w/ intercooler |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| 1st Gear | 3.363 (35 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.947 (61 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 1.392 (85 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 1.114 (107 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.914 (130 mph **) |
| 6th Gear | 0.767 (155 mph **) |
| Reverse | 3.291 |
| Final Drive | 4.214 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut, 23mm stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion beam with integrated stabilizer bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented disc, 11.7 x 1.02 in. |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid disc, 11.5 x 0.35 in. |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in. aluminum-alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in. aluminum-alloy |
| Tires Front | P215/55R17 (Goodyear Eagle RS-A) |
| Tires Rear | P215/55R17 (Goodyear Eagle RS-A) |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 162.4 in |
| Width | 69.5 in |
| Height | 61.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 99.6 in |
| Front Track | 60 in |
| Rear Track | 60 in |
| Cargo Volume | 10.5 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,941 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 39.6 in |
| Headroom Rear | 36.7 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 32.1 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.5 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 48.4 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (15.9 % risk) |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2012 Nissan Juke SUV AWD: 4 ★ overall
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2012 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
Nov 28, 2014 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 Nissan Juke, 2012-2013 Infiniti M56, QX56, and 2014-2015 Infiniti Q70 (V8 engine vehicles only), and QX80 vehicles. The fuel pressure sensors may not have been sufficiently tightened during production. As a result, the fuel pressure sensor may loosen with vehicle usage and cause a fuel leak.
Consequence: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will re-torque the fuel pressure sensors free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 14V683000
Jul 12, 2012 · SEATS
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 JUKE VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM FEBRUARY 3, 2012, THROUGH MAY 26, 2012. DUE TO AN INCOMPLETE WELD PENETRATION, THE REAR SEAT BACK STRIKER MAY PARTIALLY SEPARATE IN A CRASH.
Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE REAR SEAT BACK MAY NOT BE SECURED, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE REAR SEAT OCCUPANTS.
Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED SEAT BACK STRIKERS, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 20, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA campaign 12V328000
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
87 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan JUKE
Owner Complaints
87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2012 Nissan JUKE (4 mention a crash, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Engine | 29 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 15 |
| Electrical System | 14 |
| Power Train | 12 |
| Unknown Or Other | 10 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
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 2012 NISSAN JUKE. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.