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Nissan Juke vs VW Taigo comparison

Compare performance (143 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (21,400 £ vs 19,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Nissan Juke or VW Taigo?

Nissan Juke vs VW Taigo: Key differences

Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • slightly more efficient
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VW Taigo

4.9 (3 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • barely more power
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Juke

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

VW Taigo is only slightly cheaper – starting at 19,900 £ , while the Nissan Juke costs 21,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,465 £.

Fuel consumption also shows a difference: the Nissan Juke uses 4.7 L/100km and is slightly more efficient than the VW Taigo with 5.3 L/100km. The difference is about 0.6 L/100km.

Taigo

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the VW Taigo offers barely more power – delivering 150 HP compared to 143 HP. That’s roughly 7 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Taigo is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 8.2 s, while the Nissan Juke takes 10.1 s. That’s about 1.9 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW Taigo delivers moderately more torque with 250 Nm compared to 200 Nm. That’s about 50 Nm more.

Juke

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW Taigo is only slightly lighter – 1,229 kg compared to 1,274 kg. The difference is around 45 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW Taigo offers barely more boot space – 440 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 18 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW Taigo carries very slightly more – 457 kg compared to 427 kg. That’s a difference of about 30 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW Taigo holds a solid overall lead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £19,900
Taigo

VW Taigo

  • Engine Type Petrol
  • Transmission Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 95 - 150 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
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Nissan Juke

The Nissan Juke is a pocket-sized crossover that refuses to blend in, with quirky styling and a cheeky stance that turns heads at every traffic light. It’s ideal for shoppers who value personality and nimble urban driving over maximum practicality, delivering surprising pep and a well-equipped feel for everyday fun.

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Reviews Nissan Juke

5 (1 Reviews)
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Ali Shan
8 Dec 2025, 11:29:27

For more space and Efficiency, I would prefer Juke 1.5 Specially Accenta.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
21,400 - 30,100 £
Price
19,900 - 31,800 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 6 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
105 - 136 g/km
co2
120 - 132 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,274 - 1,405 kg
Curb weight
1,229 - 1,302 kg
Trunk capacity
354 - 422 L
Trunk capacity
440 L
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,800 mm
Width
1,757 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
405 - 427 kg
Payload
448 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
114 - 143 HP
Power HP
95 - 150 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.1 - 11.8 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.2 - 11.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
200 Nm
Torque
175 - 250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
84 - 105 kW
Power kW
70 - 110 kW
Engine capacity
999 - 1,598 cm3
Engine capacity
999 - 1,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, C
CO2 Efficiency Class
D
Brand
Nissan
Brand
VW
Is the Nissan Juke offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive.

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