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NissanJuke

Fashion-led mini crossover. Nismo RS is rare; most are DIG-T petrols. Second-gen (F16) is a different, more polished car.

Best for: Style-led buyers who do not need Qashqai space.

Indicative running costs ~£2,160–£3,070 / year

Nissan Juke
Power
115 hp
Economy
42–50 mpg
Fuel
Petrol
Boot
430–620 litres
0–60
8.5–11.5 sec 0–60 mph
Ins. group
Grp12–28, depending on trim and power

Owner essentials

The lookups people actually search for — pressures, oil and spare status. Confirm against the V5C engine code and door sticker.

Tyre size

Commonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)

Tyre pressure (cold)

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker

Engine oil

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook

Oil capacity

Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres

Spare / puncture kit

Spare, space-saver or sealant kit — check the boot well

ULEZ

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Need a PSI ↔ bar converter? Tyre pressure tool →

UK running costs

Ballpark annual ownership for a private Nissan Juke at ~8,000 miles/year.

~£2,160–£3,070 / year

CostIndicative yearly figure
Fuel~£1055/yr @ 50 mpg, £1.45/L, 8,000 miles
Road tax~£195/yr typical post-2017 standard rate
Insurance£550–£1,100 (indicative)
Servicing~£300–£460 for a typical annual service
Tyres (avg)~£140–£300 averaged over a set
  • · Assumes ~8,000 private miles/year — scale up/down with your mileage.
  • · Insurance is the wild card: age, postcode, NCB and claims history matter more than the car alone.
  • · Figures are illustrative UK ballparks for planning — not quotes. Use our running-costs tool for a custom budget.

Variants & trims

GTI / ST / R-Line / AMG Line are not the same thing — match the boot badge and V5C engine code.

8 listed
VariantPowerRoad tax
Visia / Acenta 1.2 DIG-T

Common petrol.

1.2 DIG-T · 42–50 mpg

115 hp~£195*
N-Connecta / Tekna

Higher kit.

1.2 DIG-T · 42–48 mpg

115 hp~£195*
1.5 dCi

Diesel Juke.

1.5 dCi · 55–65 mpg

110 hp~£195*
1.6 DIG-T

Faster petrol before Nismo.

1.6 DIG-T · 35–42 mpg

190 hp~£195*
Nismo / Nismo RS

Hot Juke — specialist check.

1.6 DIG-T · 32–38 mpg

200–218 hp~£195+*
Juke F16 DIG-T 117

Second gen — different car.

1.0 DIG-T · 45–52 mpg

117 hp~£195*
Juke Hybrid

Later hybrid.

1.6 Hybrid · 50–58 mpg

143 hp~£195*
N-Design / Premiere Edition

Style editions.

Various · 45–55 mpg

117–143 hp~£195*

*Indicative annual UK VED. Confirm on GOV.UK.

Full specifications

Engine1.2 litre
Gearbox6-speed manual or automatic
DimensionsApprox. 4.3–4.6m long · 1.8m wide
ServiceUsually 12 months or 10,000–20,000 miles; confirm by VIN and handbook
InsuranceTypically groups 12–28, depending on trim and power
Road taxDepends on first registration date, CO₂ band and fuel type — confirm on GOV.UK
CO₂Varies by engine, gearbox and trim — check the V5C or GOV.UK vehicle enquiry
Tyre sizeCommonly 215/60 R17 – 235/50 R19 (trim dependent)
Tyre pressureOften ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker
OilUsually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook
Oil capacityTypically ~3.5–5.5 litres
ULEZMost petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Buying a used Juke

  1. 1Timing chain on DIG-T
  2. 2CVT shudder history
  3. 3Nismo: verify originality
  • · Confirm the exact engine code, trim and gearbox on the V5C before ordering parts
  • · Check the latest MOT history and advisories on GOV.UK
  • · Compare cold-start behaviour, warning lights and service invoices before buying

Common faults to check

Inspection prompts — not a diagnosis.

  • Timing chain stretch on DIG-T engines
  • CVT service history and shudder on automatics
  • Wheel bearing noise at motorway speeds

Nissan Juke FAQs

Is a used Nissan Juke expensive to run in the UK?

As a rough guide, many owners should budget ~£2,160–£3,070 / year including fuel, tax, insurance, servicing and tyres at ~8,000 miles/year. Hotter trims and young drivers cost more.

What tyre pressure does a Nissan Juke need?

Often ~33–38 PSI cold — always use the door/fuel-flap sticker. Pressures change with load and wheel size — the legal reference is the sticker in the door shut or fuel flap, not the sidewall maximum.

What oil does a Nissan Juke take?

Usually 5W-30 or 0W-20 meeting the maker approval on the oil cap / handbook. Capacity is Typically ~3.5–5.5 litres. Wrong oil on wet-belt / LongLife engines can be an expensive mistake — confirm by engine code in the handbook.

What are common Nissan Juke problems?

Buyers most often watch for: Timing chain stretch on DIG-T engines; CVT service history and shudder on automatics. Always cross-check MOT history and a pre-purchase inspection.

Is the Nissan Juke ULEZ compliant?

Most petrols from ~2006 (Euro 4+) are ULEZ compliant — verify the plate

Owner handbook

Official Nissan manuals for exact oil grades, torque figures and fuse maps. We link out; PDFs stay with the manufacturer.

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Reviewed October 2026. Photos: Wikimedia Commons. Cost figures are illustrative UK planning ranges, not insurer or DVLA quotes. Manufacturer handbook and UK model-year specifications GOV.UK MOT guidance and vehicle test standards Owner and workshop inspection patterns; verify against the specific VIN