Nissan Juke models and trim levels explained

Arriving in 2010, the Juke was the first of a new wave of small SUVs that have since taken over the market. Every major car brand now has at least one direct rival to the Juke, aiming to take a slice of its pie.

We'll explain everything you need to know about the Nissan Juke, looking at the current trim lineup and exploring the different Juke generations over time.

Nissan Juke models explained

There have been two major generations of Nissan Juke, with a new third-generation Juke EV expected on sale in 2026. All Jukes – including the upcoming version – are five-door, five-seat SUVs, with the hatchback-style bootlid counted as the fifth door.

Another consistent quality of every Juke is the bold styling. This has been true ever since the first-generation model, which had divisive features like pumped-up wheelarches, oversized round headlights and a centre console styled after a motorbike's fuel tank. Some people love its stand-out looks, while others might prefer something more understated.

There are many, many rivals now occupying the segment the Juke created. A non-exhaustive list includes the Ford Puma, Vauxhall Mokka, Volkswagen T-Roc, Peugeot 2008, Citroen C4, Kia Stonic, Fiat 600, Jeep Avenger, Renault Captur, Suzuki Vitara and Toyota Yaris Cross.

Nissan Juke trim levels

• Visia – entry-level trim with a basic stereo with Bluetooth connectivity, cruise control, air conditioning and some active safety aids
• Acenta/Acenta Premium – adds 17-inch alloy wheels, an eight-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a reversing camera
• N-Connecta – adds two-tone alloy wheels, climate control, all-round parking sensors, keyless entry and a built-in sat nav
• N-Sport – sporty trim level with a body kit, larger alloy wheels and faux-leather upholstery
• Tekna – high-end trim with 19-inch alloys, heated front seats, a heated windscreen, a Bose stereo and enhanced active safety aids
• Tekna+ – range topper with two-tone metallic paint, satin silver exterior details and special 19-inch alloys

Nissan Juke generations

Third generation – 2026-onwards

• The new car will still be dramatically styled, influenced by Nissan's 2023 Hyper Punk concept
• Model code – to be confirmed, but could be F17
• Facelift expected around 2031
• The third-gen Juke will now be a smaller car than the Leaf – a reversal of the previous lineup
• Expected to arrive exclusively as an EV

Second generation – 2019-present

• This is a much more grown-up car than the old Juke, with more passenger space and nicer materials
• Model code – F16
• Facelifted in 2024 – mostly interior changes
• The new Juke has 6cm more kneeroom and 20% more boot space than its predecessor
• Choice of turbo petrol and self-charging-hybrid engines, with manual and automatic options

First generation – 2010-2019

• The original, iconic Juke that launched the modern small SUV segment, with bold, divisive styling
• Model code – F15
• Facelifted in 2014
• Quirky cabin included a motorbike-inspired centre console and buttons that changed their logos
• Choice of petrol, turbo petrol and diesel engines, with manual and automatic options

What's the best Nissan Juke model?

There's a broad range of Juke models, trims and engines to suit a range of budgets. Nearly new examples are available from Motorpoint for less than £20,000 at the time of writing, representing a saving of around £8,000 on the brand-new price.

If you want the current shape Juke at a lower price, you'll find early examples from late 2019 hovering around £11,000. Considering the extra practicality and material quality of the current Juke, these prices are very competitive against rivals.

However, the first-generation Juke is even more affordable, with most used examples now comfortably less than £10,000. You'll miss out on the more premium tech and materials of the current model, but the older Juke is actually a little more fun to drive with a surprisingly sporty setup.

Browse nearly new and used Nissan Juke cars for sale, or read our Nissan Juke review to find out what it's like to live with.