Used 2011 Nissan Juke Consumer Reviews
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We bought this new
Keith Kramis, 04/02/2016
updated 10/02/2018
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 27 people found this review helpful
We bought this new, first year model and it has been a great an safe vehicle. I hate to admit it but other drivers look right past me as I driver down the road, as if I were invisible. Others have ran into me three times: right side, left side and rear end. All no fault but the point is that I was never injured because the vehicle is safe to drive. Very responsive. Too much road noise is my only real complaint. I current have 47,000 miles and going strong with on regular maintenance.
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My favorite car ever!
prideinlife, 03/26/2012
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
30 of 32 people found this review helpful
I've had my 2011 Juke SL for a little while now and it's without a doubt my favorite car I've ever owned! I can't agree with all of the reviews saying the gas mileage is bad; I drive city and highway and my average is about 27 MPG. That's pretty good considering I use regular unleaded, like to hit the gas and zoom and don't drive to intentionally raise my MPG. This car is pure fun to drive! Zippy, comfortable on the inside (even with a bulky toddler seat in the back), loaded with features (mine came with the color changing lights inside) and super attractive. I have people stop me and ask me about it all of the time. :) Don't think I'll be trading this one in any time soon!
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Love this car.
bustersdad, 03/22/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
Picked this car up last night and finally got to take it for the rounds this afternoon. I switched to the sport mode to get on the parkway and wow. So far so good. Not a luxury ride but very decent and great features for the price (bluetooth, navigation, USB port, leather, AWD, heated front seats, moon roof, etc.). Can't wait to take it out tomorrow. We're expecting snow and would like to test the AWD.
Good Bionic frog 2011
noshoesinhouse, 05/06/2014
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
26 of 28 people found this review helpful
bought mine new in 4/2011 and truth is i thank god haven't had any problems. I'm sorry to hear about the people who are having problems with the chain. i just got called last week from the dealer to take it in to have the chain replace which after reading the reviews i will do ASAP. i do however hate that it goes thru gas like crazy i'm looking into buying a more gas efficient car but to be honest there is nothing out there that i like or that would make me trade my Bionic frog.
4 years ownership and still happy!
Denise Sovine, 08/06/2015
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
10 of 10 people found this review helpful
No surprises. I drive lots of highway miles, so wanted the most comfort and performance I could get, but stay in budget for purchase price, fuel, repairs. I've had it over 4 years. I had the timing chain issue around 45K. It was under warranty then, so no big deal. I pulled in the bay at the dealership, said "what's this ticking?" They gave me a rental while repairing. Happened again around 90K. They had done a recall by then and put on a the redesigned timing system. Going through tires fast, about 33k. Fuel efficiency less than expected, 27/24 prob. It will get 30 or so on hwy only if you stay around 50 mpg. Find a good dealership. One in Nashville, I find predatory. I tried another and get treated like I'm not a chump there.
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nothing make
mikgyver, 08/07/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
21 of 23 people found this review helpful
I've owned 5 Jeeps. I like the outdoors. But I've also owned a Mustang GT covertible, Camaro and Celica GT convertible. I like sporty intentions. But most recently, I owned a Vibe for it's thrifty gas mileage and unimaginable practicality. Some how, in a mash up of odds and angles and curves, all those vehicles were combined into one ... and it works! Slide behind the wheel, and it feels sporty. Suddenly, you start noticing the cues all over. Put it in motion, and it feels the perfect height. Rally cross comes to mind. Like you can carve up a twisty mountain road until the pavement ends, and not even slow down as you dig into a good two-track. And I don't have to feel gas-guilty.
Juk'in
tejaskinder, 08/10/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
Purchased in October 2010. To date no issues with any mechanical systems. Rear window stopped working but self-healed. Average 25 mpg's almost all the time. Easy to park. Enough room for really only two adults in front and small ones in the back........I'm 6'2" and have plenty of leg and head room, but would crush another adult behind me.....Not bad pricing for an AWD vechile with decent gas milage....
Engine Dies After 68,000 miles / 2 years & 3 months
deadjuke2011, 10/17/2013
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
37 of 42 people found this review helpful
Great driving vehicle. Enjoyed our time together. That is until it died without any warning. Guess what - it was the timing chain. No warning and no sign of any problem. It broke and left me in the middle of the highway. I was able to coast to the next exit and wait for a tow to the nearest Nissan dealer. I had no idea what the problem was. I thought it was electrical. They confirmed it was not electrical and it was the engine. But it would take 5 hours to take it apart to diagnose the problem. That means I would have to pay them $500 to tell me the engine was dead and needed to be replaced. The timing chain appears to be very common. Nissan was not helpful. It was just outside the warranty.
Engine problems
4battles, 01/21/2013
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
47 of 54 people found this review helpful
I have a 2011 Juke and recently the timing chain broke causing engine damage to the point that the engine needs to be replaced. I have 75000 miles on it due to my job requiring travel. Nissan told me that it is a good car and can handle anything I throw at it. NIssan has agreed to pay for the engine and parts but want me to pay for labor. I am caught over a barrel on this one. The new engine is only covered for 12 months or 12000 miles. This is the first nissan I have ever owned and I promise it will be the last.
Juke Box Rocks!
franky83, 06/16/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
36 of 41 people found this review helpful
Traded in my Nissan Xterra for the Juke. I have a 100 mile daily commute and the Xterra was way too expensive to drive. Just happened to find the juke which meets the same needs I had with my Xterra, a vehicle to take skiing and load my kayaks on. My Juke Box has been great!! I'm getting about 29 mph, it's a lot more comfortable then my Xterra, and with the sport option its great when I need to pass in traffic. I love this little car, and all the looks I get when driving it!
Bionic Frog
warpedscout, 11/01/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 15 people found this review helpful
I purchased my Juke a few days ago and have been pleasantly suprised by this car. I have been wanting a Mini since they came out again but too many maintenance issues (Transmissions going out) and having to take it to a BMW dealership for service (1 1/2 hours away). The styling is love or hate but in my opinion very cool!! If you drive it right and keep premium fuel in the vehicle your will get good mileage (K&N air filter will help also). I am currently getting about 27 MPG just tooling around enjoying the car. Seating is good for my family and the interior is comfortable and fun.
"Worst new car of the year"
marcpilot, 01/14/2015
updated 07/24/2017
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
35 of 40 people found this review helpful
The timing chain broke at 60k miles. Nissan said they wouldn't honor the warranty that I paid extra for. They said that the timing chain was a design flaw but that since I started taking my car to another business for oil changes(even though I had records of EVERY SINGLE OIL CHANGE BEING ON TIME, on a computer from the other business that millions of people use to have their oil changed, Nissan still wouldn't honor the warranty because they said the oil may or may not have been a bad "batch" at that business! How absurd! They wont honor the warranty because the engine costs 9000 dollars to replace and they dont want to pay for it even though its their timing chain design flaw that broke.
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Love/hate relationship developing
jasfan, 12/21/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
19 of 21 people found this review helpful
There is a lot about this car I really like. Styling. Fun to drive. And they REALLY missed the mark in a couple of key areas. The fuel economy is killing me. I am a 70-mph highway driver, and at 4,000-plus miles this vehicle gets 20-22 mpg. My Audi A5 got 29-30 mpg in the same driving conditions, and my 2006 Cadillac Escalade, with 118,000 miles got 17-18 mpg. This single issue may cause me to sell this car by spring if it does not improve. I am an EASY driver. Tires and brakes normally last 60k - 70k miles with me. Slow stops and starts. And I drive 3,000-plus miles per month. So with an EPA rating of 25/30, this disappointment is major. And on premium fuel.
Yup- LA traffic and I bought a manual!
reviewer09, 06/10/2013
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
13 of 14 people found this review helpful
I spent months researching cars- some of the reviews on the Juke were plain scary- poor gas mileage, hate the interior, not comfortable, etc. I've had 2 Pathfinders (with all the bells and whistles) and can't do the gas anymore. Have only the Juke for 2 weeks, but have put 1K miles already- too fun! Love the 6 speed, love the handling, love this car!! For all of the complainers, did you not see the styling? The (sparkly!) plastic on the inside (easier to clean- I have a boy!!)? Oh, and I also average 29.7 mpg. My "complaint"- wish the gas tank was a bit bigger! I put a 3 for reliability because, well, I haven't had it for 5+ years, so I don't know but I hope it's like my Pathfinders. Love it
Love/Hate Relationship With This Car
Lisa, 02/02/2016
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
16 of 18 people found this review helpful
Brought the car for driving to work. Drive a lot of miles on a daily basis to get to work. I have had a number of issues with the car, such as the CVT transmission had an issue and the car was no longer under warranty. This was $2,400 to replace, the gas tank had an issue, to replace, it was $1,500. But, I still love the car as it is reliable and is cheap to do maintenance. It's a fun and cute car. Just had engine failure due to the timing issue with the engine. The deals hip did honor the recall and my Juke is back on the road. My car didn't have the timing issue until 187,000 miles. I expect to put some investment in the car maintenance due to the mileage that I will put on the car. Overall, this is a good car. My 187k miles is all highway miles andoverall runs excellent. I am considering to trade it in due to the mileage, and will likely get another Juke. I never cared about the space in the other seats since I am not sitting in them :). Hope you all go the distance as I have in my 2011 Juke!
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Got Juked on MPG RATINGS
fbjbadjuke, 07/26/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
We have had this car since March 1. The MPG is only averaging 18.5 MPG with 90% of our driving on the freeway. In town we get 13-15 MPG and the best we have ever gotten was 24.63 MPG in Economy mode 100% Freeway Trip. This car has had electrical problems where the radio goes off & the car dies/ won't restart and had to get a jump to get going again. (This has happen twice.) The dealer can't get any better MPG as we left it with them for a week. They couldn't find the electrical problem either. Economy mode is dangerous if crossing traffic and is not recommended by this motorist. I have owned other Nissan products but this JUKE is a JOKE. Don't by this car if economy is a concern!!
Fun to Drive and Affordable
welshy3575, 09/17/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
The JUKE is let's say unique looking and I thought it was a joke of a car until I drove it. It brought a smile to my face. It is a very engaging car to drive, very spirited, and the seats are extremely comfortable, and definitely not found in cars at this price point. We now have just over 20,000 miles on our Juke and to date it has been very reliable. Inteior pluses are comforatbe seats, easy to read gauges, large rearview side mirrors. wish there was a center armrest, window and door lock switches should light up, and wish there was ambient lighting. Rear seat room should be increased a couple inches both in leg room and head room. ^th gear needs to be more fuel econmy minded.
Finally not a cookie-cutter body type
msbeanz, 04/14/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Love at first test drive, love the quick throttle repsonse, never drove a car that was actually fun to drive ! this makes me excited for my daily 52 mile round trip to work. I sold my 06 Mazda 3i to get this Juke SV & it was the best sale I have ever made ! very smooth ride, quiet & the MPG is awesome ! similar size gas tank compared to my Mazda 3 & I seem to be using less gas in the Juke, so I have to wonder, all you reviews that said it gets horrible MPG do you never take it off the sport mode & drive like a maniac ? I love how the bullfrog body is like no other manufacturers out there, & it fits all my needs as a 4-dr since I plan on having kids somedays. motorcycle-like interior is cool!
An Honest review
instinctive, 08/21/2011
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
23 of 28 people found this review helpful
I heard reviews for the Juke for 2 weeks before i made a purchase, I just bought one today and i'm so happy i did. So here is what happened, I traded in a 1999 Honda Civic to get this puppy, It's just as good on gas as a older civic but it has was more powerful and spacious as well. I don't drive like a maniac but I've pushed the pedal hard and i get 27.6mpg combine so it's good, and on regular gas by the way. I'm also not nearly a hardcore car reviewer I'm just a normal 9-5 guy. See below
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zoolander1, 08/18/2013
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
This is an update to an old review. I sold my juke after 2.5 yrs and 42k miles. I think the car is priced right for what it is. MPG is nowhere close to estimated; I observed 25.1 average with 90% highway driving. I had the engine replaced for free for a defective cylinder at 31k mi and I learned to live with a grinding noise coming from the AC that the dealership never figured out.
Whipper Snapper of a car!
kpofsobos, 12/05/2011
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I traded in my 2007 Rav4 Sport in early September for the Juke. I live in the city, and needed a smaller car to increase the likelihood of finding street parking. I chose this vehicle because it was a crossover, had AWD, and was small. I've tried unleaded, mid, and now I'm on premium gas. My consensus: the better the gas the better the MPG. Maybe it's mental, but I feel like the car rides better/smoother with premium as well. Seats are comfortable, interior feels really spacious, and I don't feel as though the backseat is too tight or that head room is a problem. When I jump on the highway I just zoom along and when I look down a few seconds later- BOOM! I'm going 80 mph. No armrest=bummer.
Unique and Capable
nicholasr, 04/10/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I recently traded my 2004 Jeep Liberty in for a silver SV AWD Juke. After 300 miles or so, initial impressions are that the Juke is fun to drive, very capable on icy roads and seems bigger on the inside than it actually is. The ride is smooth for a small car and road noise is minimal. I seem to be averaging 23 mpg right now while using AWD-V most of the time.
UNRELIABLE AT 48,100 MILES
amrp, 07/13/2013
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
I got my 2011 Juke last February 2011 and I was so proud of it until July 11, 2013 at 48,100 miles, it just broke down. I had it towed to a Nissan Service Center and they changed the "TUBE - ASMY INLET" plus a gasket valve in and a seal-o ring. I am not a mechanic so I don't know how this all work. Anyway, if you are a potential buyer, just be ready to start paying for maintenance at 48,100 miles. I am not sure what and when the next problem will come up now.
7 years an owner
jukedriver, 04/21/2014
updated 04/23/2017
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
8 of 9 people found this review helpful
Got my Juke in January 2011. It always got me where I needed to go, didn't break down, and it has ample space for what I need to transport (e.g. 8 cases of beer ;-) Great in snow and rain. Fuel economy is not great, I would even say lousy for a car of this size and HP - 22.5 mpg mixed highway and city. Small gas tank. Other owners are telling me that their Juke has a significantly better mpg numbers while driving similar highway/city combinations. Could be the model year. It's not my driving I think as my wife calls me "captain slow". Bottom line - a zippy 4x4 in the low price range. It's doing what I need it to do for me.
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Okay, but I'll never own another one
cobraboy1, 01/03/2014
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
10 of 12 people found this review helpful
I bought this car to get me something with good gas mileage that was different with all wheel drive and standard bluetooth. And a sub compact size with a good fun-to-drive ratio. And it had to have a sticker of under 22k Overall its an okay vehicle, but I've been talking to people (nissan techs - to remain nameless) who've all said to trade it in after the warranty is up. That is enough for me to say I won't own another one again, but overall its not terrible. The major complaints are three: 1. MPG is not what was promised 2. Gas tank is only about 11 gallons 3. Although you don't have to run 93 octane your really should to get the best mpg's
Great car TERRIBLE motor
T. Buggia, 06/16/2017
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Having owned this car now for 20k miles Nissan has already replaced the stereo, timing chain and now the engine. DO NOT PUCHASE A JUKE OR ANYTHING FROM NISSAN WITH THE 1.6L TURBO. These motors eat themselves by stretching the timing chain due to a failed design. Check Juke forums and user rviews, when the owners think replacing a mtoro at 20k, 40k or 60k is common you should stay far away.
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My tiny beast.
Jarsey, 10/31/2018
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
This has been an awesome car to own. It has a torquey little engine that blows my mind for how small it is. I also own a classic Super Charged Ford and this little guy gets me from 0-60 at the same rate. Not that that matters all that much but it is impressive and fun. I have averaged 27-29 mpg with mixed driving and I always use premium. It's agile, comfortable, easy to park. It's not a hauler so don't expect to have it comfortably haul a bunch of friends and camping equipment. I see a lot of people complain about cargo room. If you can't tell by looking at the outside that it doesn't have much room on the inside please stop writing reviews. Some of the reviews that I have read are ridiculous concerning that. No it doesn't get 35 mpg but it doesn't get 20 either as I have read. WTH are you doing to get Such abysmal mpg's?Or are you just bad at math? Its a blast. It's different. If you want mundane get a Corolla.
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Gun Metallic Juke
pavlova, 02/03/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 8 people found this review helpful
Had three BMW's and three SAAB's. Wanted something unique and suv-like that wasn't huge or a gas guzzler. The Juke fit the bill. Knew I wanted a turbo after having my SAABs. Researched cars for quite sometime and narrowed my choice down to two, a MINI and the Juke. After test driving both vehicles, the Juke won me over. Love the unique styling and handling.The AWD was a feature I wanted for the winters in the northeast. It's the perfect size for our family of three,my husband,myself and our Rhodesian Ridgeback. The heated leather seats are comfortable and supportive. It isn't a luxury car but I wasn't looking for a luxury car.
Sport Cross delivers Fun and Excitement in a unique package
timbrewolf, 01/11/2012
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I love Dan Neil's review in the WSJ of the Nissan Juke that it "looks like a Murano in larval stage", but owning one it feels like a combination of some of the best Nissan features from the lineup. The turbo direct injection works well with the CVT transmission to deliver impressive pull across the power range, while the unique styling will definitely turn some heads. The look can be polarizing, but it grows on most, and definitely separates the Juke from a sea of look-alike sedans and economy hatchbacks. Add on the top-notch build quality (especially in the SL additions), and technology in the engine and interior, and it's the most fun I've ever had in a car!
Best mix of hatchback and CUV
elgac, 07/14/2011
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I've had my Juke for 7 months and just over 8000 miles now. I absolutely love how the car drives, I'm averaging 27mpg, and I haven't had any problems with it. It is small (like Honda Fit small), but I knew that the first time I got in, and a roof rack has solved all my space needs. I've upgraded to 225/60R17 tires which gave it around 1" of lift, bringing the ground clearance to 8". It can't handle rocks like an Xterra, Jeep, or other body on frame SUV, but dirt and sand are no problem at all. I just wish the aftermarket would get behind the Juke, because I'm betting a tune will do wonders for both power and efficiency... and it needs undercarriage protection.
simply the best
bolibol, 02/12/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
i first saw the juke online about 8 months before it came out. since then i fell in love with it. bought 3 days after its realese date. it was worth the wait. this winter new york had some really bad snow storms but my juke not only didnt get stuck anyware but performed almost as if it was a dry road. love. gas milege is perfect
Awesome car
chiforme, 03/21/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
We had been looking at the Juke for a while and could not find another vehicle that compared. We love the look and technology that the Juke offered. We live in the mountains and needed a vehicle that had both AWD and good gas mileage. The Juke has both. We love the way the Juke handles on the mountains and on the interstate. The Juke fits all our driving needs and it's fun to drive.
Cute, Fun to Drive, and good mpg. What more could a girl ask for...
wyok, 02/07/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 4 people found this review helpful
I picked my JUKE up yesterday. I drove 350 miles to get the one I wanted. Returning home in my JUKE we encountered a blizzard. I am pleased to say my JUKE AWD performed well in the blizzardly conditions. in fact, it handled just as well as our Chevy Avalanche 4X4. I was concerned about how it would handle in high winds due to it's light weight. My concerns were unfounded. I hardly noticed the wind.
Engine, timing chain
Last nissan for me, 05/27/2020
updated 05/27/2021
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
6 of 7 people found this review helpful
I have owned several nissan trucks. I felt it was a solid brand. My oldest son has an 09 altima. Well over 150,000 miles no issues. I bought one of the first Titans made it had some issues, but nothing i could not fix myself. I don't complain much usually i just handle problems as they come up. My wife wanted a juke and i trusted the nissan brand so I didn't do as much research as i should have. The motor on the one she bought is total garbage. If you are considering buying one, you tube juke timing chains. 98,000 miles on ours. Engine was replaced due to recall before 36,000 but they never fixed the factory defect. No mechanic in middle Tennessee will do an engine repair on one. The best quote i have after calling everyone i know and 20 + others is 5200 to put in a new engine. Im selling it to a part dealer because i don't want to make it somebody elses problem. Now when i see a juke on the road i always listen. They all have the rattling timing chain rubbing on the cover. Seems like nissan would make more money selling replacement engines with a properly rated timing chain, but i cant find one. Don't do it. Just don't.
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2011 Nissan Juke Timing Chain issue
caprisun, 03/13/2014
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
14 of 19 people found this review helpful
I have a 2011 Nissan Juke 37k miles. I heard a ticking noise coming from the engine so took it to the dealership this morning. I called them back this afternoon to find out the diagnosis. All they said was there is a noise coming from the motor, so we need all your maintenance records before we will touch it. First of all I dropped it off and was told they would diagnose the problem and call me. 7 hours later I called them only to be told that if I wanted them to break down the motor then I would owe them a huge bill. I asked the technician what was wrong with the juke. He says sounds like timing chain and they are not wanting to fix the problem. Any suggestions out there???????
Just got my Juke
Todd Stevens, 10/13/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
9 of 12 people found this review helpful
All I can say is wow! I initially ignored this car based on exterior looks. Then my wife bought a Rogue while I was considering a Honda CR-Z. I needed a good mileage car for city driving. I really wasn't expecting much. but when you drive this thing, hang onto the steering wheel, because it's got serious jump from a dead start. also while cruising on the highway at 60 mph you can jump up to 80 quickly and blow away anyone. Take a test drive and you will not be disappointed. For the interior the premium cloth seats are very comfy for my bad back (why I ditched my leather seats on last vehicle). Buttons and controls are in convenient locations. Drives like my old 350Z with a tad less power.
timing belt broke at 64k and nissan wont honor
cm57, 06/20/2013
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
7 of 9 people found this review helpful
Nissan juke is an engineering flawed mess. Everybody is having the same issue we had. The timing belt snaps at a mile after the warranty ends. 60k. Then Nissan wants 7000 dollars for a new engine. It is happening to everyone all over the country. Do your research folks. We have already gotten a lawyer and are having to go a big legal mess to get Nissan to stand behind their flawed design and product.
Penny Racer!!!
richard miller, 03/24/2016
2011 Nissan Juke S 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have high expectations of the Juke. This is my third Nissan (2002 Maxima and 2009 370Z). I love my Nissan experience and have not been let down. Design is easy, you either like it or you don't. I do and it played a role in my decision. Do wish HID was an option. Interior is very familiar. Steering wheel layout is nearly identical to the Z and was easy to control from one vehicle to another. My cloth seats seem to be dirt magnets, so steer clear of black. Lack of an armrest and its storage feels odd. Items are either exposed or stuffed into the glove box. The non Rockford stereo is decent. Does lack USB support. Oddly has an iPod cable in a 2011 even though my Z got rid of it in 2010 or 2011. Do not like the fact it has Bluetooth call capability with no audio streaming. Auxiliary port only goes so far. I'm tall-ish and fit fine in the front or back. To and from, I see no problem toting around 5 adults. A long road trip is a different story. Just too small of a vehicle to comfort my execute. For my usage, works great. The hatch storage space is ok and greatly increases when folding the rear seats. I appreciate the storage bin under the carpeting and floor panel, but is a wasted opportunity to add space just to keep the area level. You can easily store some items between the bin and spare tire. Handling is pretty responsive. Leans towards under steer as expected. Suspension is pretty soft. Adds to body roll when cornering, but still holds its own. Definite difference between stock and NISMO. Ride height is that of a lifted car. Sits higher than normal, but way short of the towering view from an SUV. Power is peppy. Turbo kicks in around 2500 and depends on your setting: normal, sport, or eco. Sport adds the better throttle response and quicker spooling while Eco kills most of the fun in the name of mpg. Take of lacks power for a reason, it has a tiny engine. It's perfect for training your lead foot to relax. I'm loving it at the pump as a result. With mostly city traffic and a bunch of starts and stops throughout the day, I'm pulling about 28mpg. Haven't had a long highway drive, but the short 20 mile bursts here and ther have little old Juke in the 30's. So far no unforgiving flaws and the great purchase experience from Toyota if Ft. Worth have made ownership awesome. Mileage is not this car's strong suit and does very well for my needs.
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Ugly to some, but I love it!
Garry, 11/26/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
One distinctive little mover! Ok, since I am 55+ years old the purchase was not a "mid-life" thing. I was looking for something small and economical for "my" car, but something with the guts to survive in the I95 corridor. Can you say, "Juke TURBO"? I fear no merge lane, winding back road, or even the Cross-Bronx in this tight, agile, little car. Don't get me wrong, I am not the guy doing 1100 miles an hour in the left lane but I am not the guy doing 45 in the right lane. Safe, FUN to drive, and relatively comfortable. Driving in the snow should be interesting though. We'll see. All in all, just what I was looking for!
Best for the $$$
Brett, 12/02/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Best AWD compact for the price! Traded in my 07 Pathfinder SE for the Juke SL AWD and I love it more already! Already getting 30+mpg in a fun to drive vehicle.
LOVE IT
jbui, 12/08/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
What a fun car to drive! I love the attention it gets on the streets and how people turn their heads in parking lots just to give it a 2nd look. The handling and cornering is excellent for an SUV, in fact it feels like it has so much control when you make quick turns. Acceleration in the sport and normal mode is as advertised, turbo lag is very minimal. Only bad thing about the Juke is getting to your destination because you always feel like you want to go further. I would like to see an armrest and maybe some interior lights in the back. Great value for a car that does so much! I do recommend it to everyone who don't want to spend too much on an AWD vehicle.
Eight years later...
JP. Vaudreuil, 07/19/2019
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Thought I'd write a review on one that has a few years and miles under its belt. First off, I bought this used and the carfax showed that at 50,000 miles the engine blew because of the timing chain problem. Nissan put a new motor in. I bought it at 80,000 and Nissan apparently had a recall because they replaced the chain again (probably not realizing they had already done so when they replace the motor). I now have over 130,00 miles on the car and 80,000 or more on the motor and have had no major issues. Car is fun to drive. I keep it on Normal mode and regularly get 27-30 MPG with a mix of highway and city driving (I have the manual 6 speed). When loaded down with two or more passengers, the turbo can be a bit noisy inside at hwy speeds and it's not the most luxurious ride, but then again that's not the selling point of this car. I had a mechanic friend change the useless fog lights into daytime running lights so now it's a safer car. We have a 2001 Nissan Pathfinder with 240,000 miles on it and it's still going strong. Hoping this one lasts as well.
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2 yr/35,000 mile update
zoolander1, 12/09/2012
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
After driving this car for 2 years I thought it'd be fair to update my ownership experience. I still like the car, I don't think I love it anymore. It's a fun car, but that's it. When you want to have fun, it delivers, when you want to just drive, it lacks a bit. I went to the dealership for a "check engine" light and they replaced my engine. The A/C makes a split second grinding noise the dealer can't figure out/reproduce. The trust factor is gone, I don't think I want to keep this car past manufaturer's warranty. I can't get over 27 hwy mpg. I've tried it many ways, on many roads, on the AZ flat desert and can't. It's got a lifetime MPG of 25.8
Love/hate relationship
L.A. Junkins, 01/07/2016
updated 07/14/2016
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
6 of 8 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2011 Juke used almost 2 years ago. I had the timing chain replace through recall on it. I love the way it feels when driving it seems quite responsive. I do agree the back seat is too compact for comfortable long term travel, so if you have a growing family this isn't for you. I do wish there was more cargo space, but I'm used to driving full sized pick up trucks and this is my first foray into small cars. I live in the northeast and have noticed that the door locks are not always responsive, you can't open door after shutting car down because it won't automatically unlock as it should. Same with locking it from outside, doesn't always lock when it should. My husband has taken it to work during snowstorms (he drives 38 miles one way) and exclaimed that with studded tires my "bionic frog" would be a tank. He was surprisingly pleased with the awd and the way it stayed on the roads in bad weather, but had concerns for its winter performance on secondary roads. my average mpg is around 24 disappointing since I was told the mpg would be much higher, and that was a main reason I bought it. I do like the styling, but then again I've been told I have a quirky personality. Everyone that knows me thinks the styling is a perfect fit for me.. I have had the tailpipe come off and of course not warrantied..the upholstery is already fading and showing wear, when I really don't use it for more than going to/from work and errands. Don't take it on rough roads since the trim on the sides will come unbolted and is difficult to get back together, again it's supposedly a compact SUV so the roads I took it on should not have been an issue. I guess I feel I paid too much for what I have so will be trading it when I'm not so under water with the payments.
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Fun, fast and cool
Mike, 11/09/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 6M)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I had been waiting for this a couple months, the design was what caught my eye and the turbo sold me. Once I took the test drive, it was a matter of Stick or Auto. Went with the White SL FWD Manual. But wouldn't fault those with auto. I love every aspect of this car from the ride height, sporty feels, design, and fun factor. The looks from other drivers is fun. caught a police officer rubber necking as I drove by him. People ask me with a smile what it is or if that is the Juke from Nissan.
2011 Juke - After almost 8 years
Former Juke Driver, 10/31/2018
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
4 of 5 people found this review helpful
I bought my Juke in 1/2011, 3 months after the model was first offered in the U.S. My intend was to have a fairly cheap all-wheel drive vehicle. I dismissed Jeep and Kia for quality reasons and that left the Juke as the only choice at the time. I don't regret the decision but on the same token not all my expectations have been fulfilled. PRO: Zippy, easy to park since small, enough space for 1-2 people and their luggage, very reliable, 4x4, many compliments from bypassers. CON: Small fuel tank thus the need to refill after only 300 miles of highway. Fuel mileage in the 25 mgp range (city/highway mixed) only if running strictly on 2 wheel drive (option to "sense" 4x4 worthy conditions apparently is moving into semi-permanent 4x4 since the mpg rate goes down significantly). The only bigger issue with my car was when a fuel sensor went off indicating a leak. Dealer first changed sealing around the lock ($120) - no change. Then replaced the fuel rails ($620) - no change. I ended up buying a generic fuel cap for $10 which fixed the issue for good. Not thrilled, but maybe related specifically to that dealer in Sewickley, PA rather than Nissan.
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modfied and loved
robert schubert, 08/17/2015
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
5 of 7 people found this review helpful
I am single middle aged male. Traded in a lifted zr2 chevy. Some of the reviews I see .Did people not Look inside to check rear seats and cargo room before buying it? My Juke is rather modified. Different intercooler piping ,cat delete exhaust, dualport bov .CAI.Has big brake kit. Strut braces bigger tires and wheels .I had the timing chain replaced on recall. I Also have an uprev tune .So I run 22lbs of boost instead of 12.275hp instead of 188. The dealer had no issue with any of that when replacing the timing chain. I find the gas tank small .But in this car there is no where to put a bigger one .I made an armrest for maybe $18.00.My car handles and stops great . Runs great is fast and II have the cvt. Gas mileage I don't care about anyway. I searched online for a month .Everything else that had all wheel drive and what the Juke has was 13 to 14 k more .I will say the goodyears were garbage
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To Juke or not to Juke!
osu_dtm, 12/21/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SL 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
6 of 9 people found this review helpful
I will say the car is fun to drive... BUT... like many other reviews... the frog does not get the gas mileage it should and a 11 gal gas tank is pathetic. I can get 26 mpg on the highway with really babying the car - meaning no quick accelerations, not going over 65, and in ECO mode. Once you hit the gas and try to pass anyone you will get 23 mpg. This is with 91 octane. I also noticed the electronic gas mile estimate is not accurate. If you do the math mileage/# of gals you will get better numbers. For example, the car states 22.8 and I am getting 23.4. Also, the interior has too much plastic, the seats are pretty stiff, and there is no arm rest which is ridiculous.
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bmilburn, 04/14/2011
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
So far jury is out. Several issues I am concerned about. Gas mileage averaging 23mpg. At this point lower than advertised. Today took vehicle to dealer for cargo rattle. Set up appointment and leaving dealer gas gauge dropped to zeroe flashing and check engine light came on. Vehicle is at the dealer now and it will be interesting to see how dealer/Nissan handle this. Fun car to drive but I am a little concerned. I will respond with feebback on how this turns out as I am a major airline pilot and focused on the technical side of things. I am hopeful this is a minor bump in the road.
Great Build, Great Fun!
T, 11/02/2010
2011 Nissan Juke SV 4dr Hatchback AWD (1.6L 4cyl Turbo CVT)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
I've owned quite a few cars in my years. The Juke is near the top in build quality. It is built economically but extremely well. Nissan, in my opinion, has surpassed Toyota and Honda in quality and design especially. I got my son a 2010 Rogue and was pleasantly surprised at it's quality and value. The Juke is such a fun car to drive daily. It is fast, smooth and thrilling. I have had 31 mpg on the highway (going 55-60). I highly recommend this vehicle. You won't be disappointed.