2013 Nissan Juke vs. Its Competition

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Nelson Ireson

Jun 13, 2013

Alternatives to the Juke are all over the board--in part because of the Juke's unique blend of both style and function.

Mazda's Mazda3 hatchback is sporty and sharp, and offers similar space, but no all-wheel drive option.

The Suzuki SX-4 is perhaps the closest to the Juke in configuration, offering all-wheel drive and a crossover-like body, but without the refinement, equipment, or sporty pep of the Juke.

Honda's Fit is more flexible in passenger and cargo use, but far less impressive at the curb.

Kia's Soul may have some of the Juke's funk, but lacks the sheen of weird, and it's not as sporty or fun to drive as the Juke--though it is better-euipped, and more practical in terms of space and comfort.

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7.8 / 10 TCC Rating The 2013 Nissan Juke is road candy, from its zippy powertrain to its wacky looks--but tight space and low real-world gas mileage leave an aftertaste.	8.2 / 10 TCC Rating The 2013 Kia Soul is both soulful and sensible--a distinctive, roomy, fun to drive alternative to staid small sedans or utility vehicles.	8.0 / 10 TCC Rating The 2012 Honda Fit is peppy and fun to drive, and its interior is incredibly space-efficient; but some might be turned off by its rather utilitarian look.	8.2 / 10 TCC Rating With its new Skyactive powertrains, the 2012 Mazda3 is the eco-conscious choice that sure doesn't drive like one.	7.0 / 10 TCC Rating The 2012 Suzuki SX4 remains the lowest-priced car with all-wheel drive, and it's one of the best small-car values for the money.	7.8 / 10 TCC Rating The 2011 Suzuki SX4 Crossover remains the most affordable all-wheel-drive car, while the other SX4 models are sporty, well-configured, and a strong value.
MSRP From
$18,990	$14,400	$15,325	$15,200	$13,849	$13,499
Gas Mileage
25 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy	23 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy	27 MPG City / 35 MPG Hwy	18 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy	22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy	22 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy
Engine
Gas Turbocharged I4	Gas I4	Gas I4	Gas I4	Gas I4	Gas I4
EPA Class
Small Station Wagon	Small Station Wagon	Small Station Wagon	Compact	Small station wagon	Small station wagon
Style Name
5-Door Wagon CVT S FWD	5-Door Wagon Manual Base	5-Door HB Manual	4-Door Sedan Manual i SV	4-Door Sedan Manual FWD	4-Door Sedan Manual FWD
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive	Front Wheel Drive
Passenger Capacity
5	5	5	5	5	5
Passenger Doors
N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A	N/A
Body Style
Crossover	5 Door Wagon	5 Door Hatchback	4 Door Sedan	4 Door Sedan	4 Door Sedan
Transmission
Continuously Variable Ratio	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual	Manual