Nissan is fully electrifying its iconic Juke and has begun testing the new version on European roads. This new electric version of the Juke plays a key role in the brand’s electric transformation strategy, which it is implementing alongside the Leaf.

The Electric Nissan Juke has been unveiled

The Japanese manufacturer plans to begin production of the electric Juke, a direct competitor to compact electric SUVs like the Ford Puma Gen-E and Kia EV3, at its Sunderland facility in the coming months. This facility is also the production center for the next-generation Leaf and Qashqai models.

The new Leaf has now evolved into a crossover, measuring 4.35 meters in length, almost identical to the Juke. However, Nissan CEO Guillaume Cartier emphasizes that the two models appeal to completely different customer profiles.

The Juke’s familiar, bold design will be retained in the electric version. This will create a bold character that distinguishes the brand from both its other models and its competitors in the market.

Test prototypes spotted under camouflage on Spanish roads show that the current model retains its basic proportions, but features a more aggressive body with distinct details. Sharp lines inspired by the Hyper Punk concept and a distinctive LED lighting signature will be prominent elements in the electric Juke’s design.

The new electric Juke, along with the Leaf, will use the CMF-BEV platform. This platform is expected to offer a range of over 560 km and single-motor versions with up to 214 horsepower.

David Moss, Head of R&D at Nissan Europe, also stated that the model could feature a different suspension geometry than the Leaf, aiming for a more “dynamic” driving experience. Nissan wants to keep the electric Juke’s price as close as possible to the current internal combustion-engined version. While the company acknowledges this goal is challenging, it aims to make the electric Juke an “accessible” vehicle.