Since its introduction in 2011, the Nissan Juke SUV has managed to captivate Indonesian consumers with its unique futuristic and sporty design. However, with age, Indonesian consumers' interest in the Nissan Juke has dimmed until finally PT Nissan Motor Indonesia (NMI) had to close the faucet for selling this car in 2017.
Nonetheless, a used Nissan Juke can be an attractive option for those looking to own a crossover or SUV with a different look and an affordable price. Especially when compared in terms of dimensions, this car can be an attractive alternative when compared to the Daihatsu Rocky or Toyota Raize. For that, consider some of the advantages of the Nissan Juke that you need to know before buying this used car.
The price of the Nissan Juke SUV is tempting
In today's used car market, the price of a Nissan Juke varies widely depending on the year of manufacture, condition of the vehicle, and location of sale. However, to give an overview, the market price of used Nissan Juke cars in Indonesia ranges from a small Rp. 100 million for a 2011 Nissan Juke, up to Rp. 180 million for a 2017 Juke.
When compared to the latest LCGC cars that are currently being sold starting at around IDR 130 million, of course the Nissan Juke is a more attractive choice. Even so, in the same price range, the Nissan Juke still has SUV rivals that are no less interesting, namely the Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, Daihatsu Terios Konde or even the Chevrolet Trax.
Unique and Futuristic Design
When it was first launched, the Nissan Juke managed to captivate consumers with its unique, futuristic design. The facade design of this car at a glance resembles a giant frog decorated with lights which are divided into three parts. But in this era it was an out of the box design.
Halogen lamps with flat and angular reflectors are made together with the turn signal which is in the top position. Even so, the main lights of this car still use halogen bulbs which are positioned in the bumper. Whereas in the facelift generation that was introduced in 2015, the main lights have used Xenon projector technology with auto on/off and auto leveling features.
On the air-dam section, the Nissan Juke SUV is equipped with a round fog lamp which is very useful when driving in a place with minimal lighting. Meanwhile, at the rear, Nissan has buried the LED Signature with the addition of a High-Mounted Stop Lamp and a Tail-lamp design that makes the sporty impression even thicker.
Use a Livina 1.5L engine which is easy to maintain
The Nissan Juke uses a 1,500 cc engine that is exactly the same as that used by the Nissan Livina and Evalia. This gasoline engine with the code HR15DE Dual CVVT DOHC 4-cylinder in line with a 1,498 cc capacity can fire up to 114 PS of power at 6,000 rpm and 150 Nm of torque at 4,000 rpm.
Nissan Juke also uses the Xtronic CVT transmission. Even though it is relatively easy to maintain, the Nissan Juke is required to always use RON 92 or Pertamax every time it is refueled. Users who use gasoline octane levels below that often hear a tickling sound when going uphill or when accelerating after passing a speed bump.
Complete Safety Features
Regarding the safety factor, the Nissan Juke has many security features that are quite complete at the time of its introduction. There is an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) which ensures safe driving.
While ABS can prevent the wheels from locking up when braking and make it easier to control, EBD helps ABS to function better. EBD can also regulate wheel traction according to road conditions, load and speed, so that control becomes smoother and safer.
In addition, the Nissan Juke SUV is also equipped with a rear parking sensor and rear camera connected to a 7-inch touch screen head unit to make it easier for the driver when parking. There are also SRS airbags, ISOFIX seat links, and seat belts on each seat as passive safety devices.
Nissan Juke also has a security feature in the form of a keyless remote or Intelligent Key which makes it very easy for users. Users just press the button to lock or unlock the door, and just press the engine start/stop button to turn on or turn off the engine.
Nissan Juke Features Pamper Drivers and Passengers
For music lovers, a used Nissan Juke can be the right choice. The reason is, this car is equipped with a pretty good audio system. Nissan Juke has head unit with 7 inch touch screen and 8 integrated speakers. In addition, this car is also equipped with connection features via Wifi, MP3 Function, USB Connection, Bluetooth and AUX.
As for cabin air conditioning, Juke has been equipped with modern climate control for the comfort of all passengers. As for the driver, Nissan has equipped the Juke with a choice of Normal, Eco and Sport driving modes to suit the desired driving.
Ergonomic and Practical Nissan Juke SUV Interior
In addition to a unique exterior design, the Nissan Juke also has a unique interior design. The dashboard is dominated by a rounded shape and Nissan arranges the buttons ergonomically to make it easier to operate the features it carries.
In addition, the Nissan Juke's cabin can also be said to be flexible and practical to be invited to travel out of town. One of them is thanks to the luggage capacity which can reach 345 liters. In addition, the second row seats can also be folded in a 60:40 ratio to increase luggage capacity.
Even so, related to the modern exterior design, it seems that this also has quite an impact on the cabin space in the back row seats. In addition to feeling limited legroom, the lowered roof at the rear also makes headroom feel cramped.
