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Nissan Juke Crossover 1.5 dCi Acenta 5dr Review

For The diesel engine has a reasonable amount of power, while the Nissan Juke 1.5 dCi Acenta seems worth the extra over Visia trim, as it adds climate control, Bluetooth and Nissan's Dynamic Control System to the basic Visia trim.

Against Its 57.6mpg isn't great,and this version looks expensive next to the equivalent 1.6-litre petrol model that does 47.1mpg. The engine is a bit grumbly, too.

What Car? says

3 out of 5 stars

The Nissan Juke 1.5 dCi Acenta is a nicely balanced package. Its decent equipment, reasonable economy and respectable power make this one of the best Jukes.

What Car? readers say

4

Key facts

0–60mph: 11.2 secs
Top speed: 109 mph
Average mpg: 57.6
Tank range: 582 miles

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The full Nissan Juke review

Performance
3 out of 5 stars
Decent, if no hot hatch
Ride & Handling
3 out of 5 stars
Sharp handling entertains
Refinement
3 out of 5 stars
Some road noise and diesel is grumbly
Buying & Owning
4 out of 5 stars
Good value, but not overly economical
Quality & Reliability
3 out of 5 stars
Cabin plastics are disappointing
Safety & Security
4 out of 5 stars
An impressive showing
Behind The Wheel
3 out of 5 stars
Stylish, but adjustment is limited
Space & Practicality
2 out of 5 stars
Awkward to get in; not that spacious
Equipment
4 out of 5 stars
Well kitted out – and you can personalise it

Buyer's notes

Target Price team says:

The Nissan Juke is aimed at people who want to stand out, so there are lots of optional extras to help you personalise your car despite the generous standard equipment.

Entry-level Visia cars come with alloy wheels, air-conditioning, electric windows, stability control and six airbags. Meanwhile Acenta spec adds climate control, Bluetooth connectivity, an iPod socket and Nissan’s Dynamic Control System. A Tekna model with leather trim, satellite-navigation, a reversing camera and a keyless system completes the line-up, but we’d avoid this because it makes the Nissan Juke a bit pricey.

Three engines are available – 115bhp 1.6 and a 1.6 turbo petrol with either 188bhp or 197bhp, plus a 109bhp 1.5 diesel. Both turbo petrols are properly quick, and while the more mainstream engines aren’t, they’re powerful enough. We reckon the diesel is best thanks to its blend of performance and economy.

Reader test team says:

Nissan Juke Crossover 1.6 Acenta Premium Pack 5dr

I downsized but wanted something eye catching and not extortionate in price. The Juke stood out as fitting the bill and I got mine in November 2011. …

John Ferguson

4 out of 5 stars