Nissan Juke Nismo RS updated in Geneva

Besides the presentation of the Juke facelift in Geneva, NissanNissanJapan, 1932 > present159 models
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also prepared an update to its top-of-the-range Nismo RS. This version which will be on sale in early 2015 received a power increase and also some visual changes.

One of the main upgrades in the Juke Nismo RSNissan Juke Nismo RSJapan, 2015 > present can be found on the engine that suffered an 18hp output increase compared to the previous version, up to 218hp. However the more powerful engine remains the same 1.6-liter DIG -T with torque also increasing to 280Nm. The Nismo RS will be available in both front wheel and four wheel drive with the help of a manual six-speed Xtronic gearbox or a CVT with paddle shifts.

Other mechanical changes incorporated by Nissan include a new limited slip differential in order to improve traction and larger brakes with ventilated discs at the rear.

In terms of looks the new Juke Nismo RS gets new front and rear bumpers, plus a new grille with the V-shaped corporate design of Nissan. The car also gets thinner daytime running lights, 18 inches alloy wheels and a sport exhaust.

Inside, the new Nismo RS receives Recaro sports seats and a fake carbon fiber trim.