Earlier today Nissan announced pricing on its 2014 Juke and 2014 Juke Nismo models
A rose by any other name
Okay I'll admit that it's not really the name so much as how it looks. That is to say that from some angles, the Juke presents a visage only a mother could love.
But don't let its quirky looks fool you. Beneath those funky looks lies an agile and sporty chassis that belies its modest Versa-based roots. Don't get me wrong, all is not perfect with this vehicle that looks as if it came from the same minds that created the black-and-white Godzilla movies from the fifties.
That same funky styling results in poor visibility out back as well as the rear three-quarters. Rear seating is also tight and there's very little in the way of storage unless the rear seats are folded forward.
But especially in NISMO guise it's not only a hoot to drive, the various exterior styling touches make the front fascia nearly bearable to look at.
Rounding it all out is the fact that the Juke is also affordable – something that hasn't changed with the release of 2014 prices earlier today. Here are the specifics from Nissan:
Nissan announces U.S. pricing for 2014 Juke
Offered in a choice of front-wheel drive with 6-speed manual transmission or all-wheel drive with NISMO-tuned CVT transmission, the 2014 JUKE NISMO takes JUKE's bold presence in the compact crossover segment to a whole new dimension of attainable performance.
The 2014 JUKE is also offered with two custom equipment packages: the special Midnight Edition and Sport Package. The Midnight Edition features unique 17-inch Black Wheels, a Sapphire Black rear roof spoiler, Sapphire Black mirror caps and privacy glass. The Sport Package includes a body-color rear spoiler, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and stainless steel exhaust finisher. A Navigation Package is also available. Enhancements for the 2014 JUKE include the addition of two new exterior colors - Red Alert and Bordeaux Black.
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan JUKE include:
Model/Transmission
JUKE S CVT FWD $18,990
JUKE SV MT FWD $20,990
JUKE SV CVT FWD $22,040
JUKE NISMO MT FWD $22,990
JUKE SL CVT FWD $24,290
JUKE S CVT AWD $20,990
JUKE SV CVT AWD $23,740
JUKE NISMO CVT AWD $25,290
JUKE SL CVT AWD $25,990
*Plus destination and handling: $810
