“Fast acceleration. Powerful for an I4 engine. Fun to drive. Give me the reason why people buy new cars.”
2016 Nissan JUKE: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 13, 2026
The main change for the 2016 Nissan JUKE is Siri Eyes Free phone voice control. Otherwise, this is a light-update year, with Stinger appearance editions but no redesign or major mechanical changes.
About the 2016 Nissan JUKE
1st generation (2011-2017 U.S. market), late-cycle year; second model year after the 2015 refresh.
Nissan sells the JUKE as a small "sport cross" for drivers who want a subcompact SUV shape with a more playful, car-like attitude. Its core appeal is a turbocharged engine, a tall driving position, available torque-vectoring AWD, and styling that stands out in traffic. Compared with more conventional rivals, the JUKE leans harder into personality and fun, especially in NISMO form, while still serving as an everyday city-friendly crossover.
The 2016 JUKE lineup runs from the straightforward S to the comfort-focused SL, which adds leather seating, navigation, a surround-view camera, and upgraded audio. The NISMO brings sportier styling and suspension tuning, while the NISMO RS is the focused performance model with a stronger turbo engine, larger brakes, and Recaro front seats.
What changed, by category
Tech
Siri Eyes Free phone voice control was added. The SL also received enhanced voice recognition for its navigation system.
Styling
New Stinger appearance editions added special visual treatments, but the regular JUKE lineup kept the exterior design introduced for 2015.
2016 Nissan JUKE specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 1.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic | Automatic, CVT w/Xtronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg | 32 mpg |
| Horsepower | 188 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp | 211 hp |
| Torque | 177 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 177 lb-ft | 184 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 35.9 cu-ft | 35.9 cu-ft | 35.9 cu-ft | 35.9 cu-ft | 35.9 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 32.1 in | 32.1 in | 32.1 in | 32.1 in | 32.1 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | |||||
| Rear View Camera | |||||
| 360 Camera | |||||
| Alloy Wheels | |||||
| Fog Lights | |||||
| Heated Mirrors | |||||
| LED Daytime Running Lights | |||||
| Power Moonroof | |||||
| Privacy Glass | |||||
| Rear Spoiler | |||||
| Navigation System | |||||
| Premium Audio | |||||
| Satellite Radio | |||||
| Smartphone Interface | |||||
| Subwoofer | |||||
| Automatic Air Conditioning | |||||
| Heated Front Seats | |||||
| Leather Seats | |||||
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | |||||
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | |||||
| Tilt Wheel | |||||
Frequently asked questions
Was the 2016 Nissan JUKE redesigned?
No. The 2016 Nissan JUKE kept the look introduced for 2015, along with the same basic structure, five-trim lineup, and powertrain arrangement.
What is the biggest change from the 2015 JUKE to the 2016 JUKE?
Siri Eyes Free phone voice control is the biggest change for 2016. Nissan also offered Stinger appearance editions, while the rest of the JUKE was largely unchanged.
Did the 2016 Nissan JUKE get a new engine?
No. Regular 2016 JUKE trims kept the 188-horsepower 1.6-liter turbo engine, and the NISMO RS retained its higher-output version.
What were the 2016 Nissan JUKE Stinger editions?
The 2016 Stinger editions were appearance treatments rather than a redesign or a new mechanical version of the JUKE.
Which 2016 Nissan JUKE trim is the performance model?
The NISMO RS is the most performance-focused 2016 JUKE. It has a stronger turbo engine, larger brakes, added suspension and body tuning, a sport exhaust, and Recaro front seats.
2016 Nissan JUKE Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2016 Nissan JUKE.
4.3
2016 Nissan JUKE
(236 reviews)
“The Juke is a sporty, roomy vehicle with awesome visibility. Love the distinctive styling.”
“What a fun and zippy car to drive. Great gas mileage and did I mention fun to drive.”