37 replies to this topic

[Paul_S]

Yes, you read correctly; Nissan is preparing a "Super Juke" rumored to feature a 480HP engine, which suggests it may very well be fitted with a detuned version of GT-R's 3.8-liter twin-turbocharging V6 powerplant that delivers 530HP in its current form.

The news was broken by the crew over at Jalopnik citing inside sources. However, just to make sure, we contacted Nissan Europe spokesperson Gabi Whitfield who officially confirmed the existence of the "Super Juke".

"I can confirm there is a project driven by Nissan Europe to create a 'Super Juke'," Nissan spokesperson Gabi Whitfield told Carscoop in an email. "I can’t confirm any other details at this time, but expect more information next week," she added.

An official sketch of the so-called "Super Juke" was also leaked into the internet revealing a wide-body kit, large GT-R-style alloy wheels in a black finish, hood-vents and a double rear roof wing.

Unfortunately, we still don't know if its a one-off concept or (less likely) a special limited edition. In any case, we'll bring you more details on the "Super Juke" as soon as we find out more.

Expect more details next week

Story sources: Nissan, Photo courtesy: Autoexpress

[paul_k]

Interesting!
Journos are out of date though on the engine and performance I reckon.
If this is launched next spring expect 560Hp and 0 -60 in 2.7!!!!
Would be the ultimate pocket rocket

[andymc]

who do I call to order one?

[Paul_S]

andymc, on 26 Sep 2011, 20:02, said:

who do I call to order one?

More info next week Andy. As soon as I hear some genuine news from the horses mouth you'll be the first to know

Everyone else will be second

[rtbiscuit]

I quiet like that

bit reminiscent of the old school group B rally cars

[djtimodj]

Thats bloody awesome! Kind of like a nissanversion of the subaru forester sti? A quick 4x4 thingy? !

[andy.j]

It's a bit too in your face for me...

and I'd hate to pull up next to one of these at the lights and loose.. I wouldn't mind with a GT-R, but not a juke... please....

Am I the only one who thinks this?

[Dominique]

andymc, on 26 Sep 2011, 20:02, said:

who do I call to order one?

We could fit a puppy in there too!

[NismoGiZmo]

It'll be like the V6 Micra. Perhaps they'll use it for ice racing.

I think I can safely say we'll never see it on the roads of old Blighty - though I'd be delighted for Nissan to prove me wrong.

[WoREoD]

From the first time I saw a Juke I said a performance version would be great - bit like a mini-Bowler!

[Paul_S]

WoREoD, on 27 Sep 2011, 17:21, said:

From the first time I saw a Juke I said a performance version would be great - bit like a mini-Bowler!

Now you're sold it to me! I've always wanted one of those

[theshrekster]

I quite like this........but I am strange lol

[andymc]

Dominique, on 27 Sep 2011, 15:49, said:

We could fit a puppy in there too!

We could - if you are brave enough to pick up its poo

[Paul_S]

I'm not sure there's enough room under the bonnet for a GT-R engine. I expect this will be a 2 seater

[andy.j]

Paul_S, on 29 Sep 2011, 20:22, said:

I'm not sure there's enough room under the bonnet for a GT-R engine. I expect this will be a 2 seater

Surely that would make the bonnet vents a little surplus to requirements?

[Paul_S]

andy.j, on 29 Sep 2011, 20:41, said:

Surely that would make the bonnet vents a little surplus to requirements?

Very true. I think this is just an artists impression though (I could be wrong).

I'm just not sure how they are going to shoehorn the GT-R lump where this is currently sitting:

[paul_k]

They could stick the engine on the back seats!

[Paul_S]

The Juke-R is a one off folks - but then I think we all guessed that

Here is a pic and vid though!

AutoExpress pics

[Paul_S]

I wonder if we can borrow it for The National next year

[paul_k]

Next vid is up:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=playe...p;v=yaNoaV7Smnw

Also on facebook if you are into it...

http://www.facebook....sanJukeOfficial