Company founded
1988
Model Strengths Small stature perfect for urban driving; distinctive styling; zippy performance from turbocharged engine; available all-wheel drive Model Changes The diminutive Nissan Juke was introduced last year, and carries over into 2012 virtually unchanged. Model Value The growing crossover segment is creating a competition among auto manufacturers of who could best balance the conflicting components of small yet roomy, powerful yet fuel efficient and sporty yet rugged. Nissan, long famous for both athletic and tough vehicles, seems to have hit all the buttons with the new Juke.