Last updated August 4, 2026
The Nissan JUKE lineup starts with the S, the straightforward version with turbo power and core everyday features. The SV adds the main comfort upgrades, while the SL is the more upscale choice with leather and richer cabin technology. The NISMO branch takes a sportier path: NISMO adds sharper looks and handling, and NISMO RS adds more power, stronger brakes, and more focused seats.
The Base Model trim level, sold as the S, is the simplest JUKE and keeps the model’s bold shape, turbocharged punch, and everyday essentials.
Best for: Drivers who want the JUKE’s main personality without extra comfort or performance equipment.
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The Mid-Level trim level, sold as the SV, is the everyday comfort step-up with a sunroof, heated seats, and a more polished cabin.
Best for: Drivers who value useful daily comfort but do not need the SL’s leather and upgraded technology.
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Adds a sunroof, heated cloth front seats, automatic climate control, and selectable drive modes over the S.
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The Premium Comfort trim level, sold as the SL, is the upscale non-NISMO JUKE, pairing the regular turbo drivetrain with leather and the richest convenience package.
Best for: Drivers who want distinctive JUKE styling with more comfort and cabin technology instead of sportier suspension tuning.
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Adds leather upholstery, navigation, a surround-view parking camera system, and premium audio over the SV.
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The Sport Styling trim level, sold as the NISMO, is the sharper-driving JUKE with aggressive bodywork and a driver-focused cabin, but without the full RS performance package.
Best for: Drivers who want sportier looks and handling while keeping the regular JUKE’s 188-hp engine output.
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Compared with the SL, NISMO shifts the emphasis from luxury to performance with firmer suspension tuning, an aerodynamic body kit, 18-inch wheels, and bolstered sport seats.
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The High Performance trim level, sold as the NISMO RS, is the most focused JUKE, built around a stronger engine tune and more aggressive handling hardware.
Best for: Drivers who want the JUKE’s highest-performance version rather than only the NISMO appearance and suspension upgrades.
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Adds a stronger RS engine tune, sharper suspension and steering, upgraded brakes, and Recaro front seats over the NISMO. The AWD/CVT configuration makes 211 hp and 184 lb-ft of torque.
0 in stock| Feature | Mid-Level | Base Model | Sport Styling | Premium Comfort | High Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Includes | NISMO2 in stock | NISMO RS0 in stock | |||
| Main emphasis | Everyday comfort | Core JUKE experience | Sporty looks and handling | Upscale comfort and technology | Stronger performance |
| Engine output | 188 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp | 188 hp | 211 hp |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive | All-wheel drive |
| City/highway fuel economy | 28/32 mpg | 28/32 mpg | 27/33 mpg | 28/32 mpg | 26/31 mpg |
| Front-seat treatment | Heated cloth | Everyday seating | Bolstered NISMO sport seats | Heated leather | Recaro sport seats |
| Suspension and steering focus | Regular JUKE tuning | Regular JUKE tuning | NISMO-tuned suspension | Regular JUKE tuning | More aggressive RS tuning |
| Exterior treatment | Standard JUKE body | Standard JUKE body | Aero body kit, 18-inch wheels | Standard JUKE body | Aero body kit, 18-inch wheels |
| Brake upgrade | — | — | — | — | Upgraded brakes |
The regular trim ladder is S, SV, and SL. S is the basic version, SV adds everyday comfort, and SL adds the richest cabin and technology. NISMO joined for 2013 as the sporty branch, followed by the more serious NISMO RS for 2014.
The SV is the comfort step above the S. In later years, it adds a sunroof, heated cloth front seats, heated mirrors, automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and the I-CON drive-mode display while keeping the regular 188-hp turbo engine.
The SL turns the comfort-focused SV into the loaded regular JUKE. In later years, its main upgrades include leather upholstery, touchscreen navigation, a surround-view parking camera, premium audio, automatic headlights, and fog lights.
The NISMO mainly adds sportier styling, seats, and suspension tuning while retaining the regular engine output. The NISMO RS goes further with a stronger engine tune, sharper suspension and steering, upgraded brakes, added body reinforcement, and Recaro front seats.
The SL focuses on comfort, while the NISMO focuses on a sharper feel. In later years, both have upgraded audio, navigation, and a surround-view camera, but the SL adds leather and comfort equipment while the NISMO adds firmer suspension, sport seats, and an aerodynamic body kit.
The SV is the everyday sweet spot for many shoppers. Across the range it sits above the basic S without moving to the leather-lined SL or firmer NISMO models. In later years, its heated seats, sunroof, heated mirrors, and automatic climate control are useful daily upgrades.
The SL is the comfort-focused choice among the regular trims. In later years, it combines leather upholstery and heated front seats with automatic climate control, navigation, upgraded audio, and a surround-view parking camera.
The NISMO RS is the most performance-focused JUKE. Sold from 2014 onward, it adds a stronger engine tune, upgraded brakes, more aggressive suspension and steering tuning, and Recaro front seats. The regular NISMO is the milder sporty alternative.
Not in standard NISMO form. It uses the same 188-hp turbo engine as the regular JUKE and concentrates on sportier suspension, seats, wheels, and bodywork. The NISMO RS is the version with the stronger engine tune.
The SL is the regular JUKE trim with leather upholstery. The NISMO models use performance-focused front seats instead, with extra-bolstered seats in the NISMO and Recaro front seats in the NISMO RS. Equipment should still be checked by model year.
In later years, the SL and NISMO pair a 5.8-inch navigation touchscreen with a surround-view parking camera. The S and SV use simpler displays, while NISMO RS equipment can vary by model year and the individual vehicle.
Yes, especially after the 2015 refresh. Later S models include a rearview camera, Bluetooth phone and audio, USB input, a 5-inch color display, cruise control, and keyless entry with push-button start. Earlier examples have a simpler equipment set.
The SV is a sensible cold-weather trim because later models include heated cloth front seats and heated outside mirrors. The SL also has heated front seats and adds leather. All-wheel drive is a separate drivetrain detail, so confirm it on the specific vehicle.