Spied! Second-Gen Nissan Juke Keeps the Funk Alive

Nissan may have discontinued the Juke here in the U.S., but we haven’t forgotten about it. Its looks were just as polarizing as the way it drove. While some thought it was quirky and fun-to-drive, others considered it a cramped econobox. Either way, the second-generation Nissan Juke is on its way, at least for global markets. And it appears to have changed quite a bit.

Unless the camouflage is leading us astray, the prototype appears to have slim headlights. This look is quite a contrast from the bug-eyed appearance of the previous model, which placed the daytime running lights atop the fenders parallel with the hood. The lower lamps, which could again serve as the car’s actual headlights, are still round but are smaller now. The grille forms a deeper V, giving it a bolder look, and the lower vents have changed.

The model keeps its small size, but it appears that the Juke loses its distinct hips. The taillights also look more streamlined.

Autocar reports that the new Nissan Juke will likely be revealed later this year and go on sale in 2020. Expected powerplants include turbocharged 1.0-liter three-cylinder and 1.3-liter four-cylinder engines.

A new Juke is long overdue, considering the first generation debuted in 2010. It’s unclear if the new model will arrive Stateside, but we’re not getting our hopes up since the Juke was never a strong seller here. Besides, Nissan recently gave us a new mini-crossover called the Kicks. While that compact CUV offers strong value, it doesn’t have nearly the amount of personality as the Juke, nor does it offer all-wheel drive.

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