Nissan Juke 2020: Features, photos and information

If there is a word that defines the Nissan Juke, is a pioneer. He was one of the first models to venture into the B-SUV segment and he did so, in the style of a coupé of disruptive strokes. Maybe he didn't like everyone, but nobody was able to ignore it. its second generation You are ready to continue your success story.

The Nissan Juke did not lead rankings of sales in America, but in Europe it was a success. Since its launch, 9 years ago, the crossover more funky of the Japanese has already managed to sell almost a million units. The 2020 model is constructed from the same values ​​of design, technology and performance —And, for the first time in a Juke, practicality.

The evolution of an unusual design

All in Nissan Juke 2020 It is new and yet it is easy to identify it as a Juke with the naked eye. The new generation retains its three pairs of headlights, now all with LED lighting and a Y-shaped finish for the central units. The upper lights are integrated into the huge V-shaped grill.

Needless to say, how much the Juke cares about its appearance. It has very striking elements, such as a contrasting roof – what Nissan calls a floating roof – and wheels up to 19 inches. The rear looks robust thanks to the lines of style in the lid of the trunk and the LED skulls in the shape of a trapeze.

The second generation grows 7.5 cm along, to reach a total of 4,210 mm and deal with one of the main criticisms of the past generation: habitability. Thanks to its new dimensions and a better use of the interior space, the knee space on the rear bench increases 5.8 cm, the headroom grows 1.1 cm and loading volume increases up to 422 literss —20% more than the previous model.

A cabin to enjoy driving

Another of the great improvements that marks the second generation is the inside quality. Rigid plastics of economic appearance were in the past to make way for soft materials of "premium touch" with the option to leather or Alcantara coatings, both for board pieces, as for the seats. The cabin maintains the style of a coupé thanks to its three vents in the center and an elevated center console.

As outside, the cabin admits a high degree of customization. The N-Design package allows you to select multiple color combinations for upholstery, ceiling, bumper and bodywork to suit each owner.

The infotainment It is also new. It is shown through an 8 "touch screen, compatible with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. It can be requested with real-time traffic information for the browser and WiFi connection for passengers to surf the internet through their own devices. Sound system Bose Personal Plus deserves special mention: there are eight speakers, of which two are placed in the front headboards for an immersive experience.

On the technology line there are two novelties worth highlighting: ProPILOT system autonomous driving on the road, and the blind spot intervention, which alerts the driver when there is a car in the blind spot and sends the Juke back to its lane. Other available technologies are autonomous emergency brake with pedestrian and bicycle detection, traffic signal recognition, lane maintenance assistant, among others.

Goodbye to the CVT transmission

The second generation of the Nissan Juke uses the new global CMF platform of the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi alliance, shared with models such as Clio and Captur. This new architecture increases rigidity, which translates into greater stability, better performance and more safety in the event of an accident. It is also 23 kg lighter than the previous model – despite the increase in size.

The engine offer is somewhat limited. At least at the beginning of its life cycle, the Nissan Juke 2020 will only be available with a 1.0 liter turbo engine, capable of generating 117 hp. The great news is that it can be configured with a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-way double clutch automatic transmission, which replaces the CVT of the last generation.

It is unlikely that I will return to Mexico

While you read this, the Nissan Juke It is being presented simultaneously in five European cities: London, Paris, Milan, Barcelona and Cologne. His first appearance before the public will be a week later, once the Frankfurt Auto Show opens its doors. Your sales must begin before the end of the year.

Everything points to the Nissan Juke second generation He will not leave Europe. The previous model did not accumulate a high volume of sales in America and its place, somehow, is already occupied by the Kicks both in the United States and in Latin America. Its production will take place in the United Kingdom.