Nissan Hyper Juke electric concept

The recently revealed Nissan Hyper Punk Concept showcased at the Japan Mobility Show, is anticipated to influence the design of the upcoming next-generation Juke, which is set to transition into an electric vehicle (EV). Nissan, aiming to have 19 battery-electric vehicle models in its lineup by 2030, plans for the future Juke EV to position itself below the next-generation Leaf (transforming into a crossover) and the larger Ariya. This move positions the Juke EV to compete with electric vehicles such as the Hyundai Kona, Kia EV3, and Jeep Avenger while maintaining the distinctive design elements seen in the first and second-generation models.

While Nissan has not released any teaser images of the vehicle, there is speculation from Auto Express suggesting that features from the Hyper Punk Concept, such as vertical LED daytime running lights, sharp black fender flares, and angular surfaces, may make their way into production. The familiar hidden rear door handles in the C-pillars, reminiscent of the current Juke, may also be retained.

Expected to utilize the CMF-B EV architecture, shared with the Renault 5 and Nissan Micra, the future Juke EV is likely to come with battery options of 40 kWh and 52 kWh. The larger size of the Juke is anticipated to allow Nissan to enhance its battery capacity, positioning it as a strong competitor against the Kia EV3, which is expected to offer battery packs of 58 kWh and 77.4 kWh. Although Nissan is concurrently working on solid-state batteries, Renault's chief technology officer, Gilles le Borgne, confirmed the continued use of nickel manganese cobalt chemistry in upcoming crossovers like the Juke EV.

While details about the powertrain remain uncertain, Auto Express suggests that a single-motor, front-wheel-drive model is the most likely configuration. However, there is speculation that a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive setup, similar to the Ariya, could be offered in the flagship model of the Juke EV.