Nissan has incorporated a part-electric Juke into its European lineup.
The compact SUV makes use of the E-Tech system co-developed between Nissan and Renault and already implemented in the Renault Clio and Captur, among others. You cannot charge it up from an external source, but the fuel economy is said to be 20% better than that of the 1.0L three-cylinder turbo version of the Juke.
The setup consists of a 1.6-liter naturally aspirated engine with 94 PS (93 hp / 69 kW) and 148 Nm (109 lb-ft) of torque, an electric motor mounted after the gearbox, and a starter. The motor adds 49 PS (48 hp / 36 kW) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque to the total, and the starter contributes another 20 PS (20 hp / 15 kW). The drive stays on the front axle.
The battery is rated at 1.2 kWh and resides in the trunk, reducing its volume by 68 liters (2.4 cubic feet). Power for it comes from the main IC engine and a regenerative brake system. There is no mention of an all-electric range, but the company says 80% of the urban trips people typically make should be possible in this mode. The electric top speed is capped at 55 km/h (34 mph). Regardless of your drive mode choice, the SUV starts up in electric mode and only engages the IC engine later on.
The new powertrain is around 25% more powerful than the old 1.0-liter turbo and conserves more fuel: 40% in the city and 20% in mixed-cycle use (5.2 liters per 100 km).
You will recognize the Juke MHEV by its special wheels sized from 17 to 19 inches large, a revised rear spoiler, and a new radiator grille with active louvers.
Inside the cabin, the infotainment system supports additional display modes to help drivers learn more about the part-electric system the car is based on.