Fiat 500L vs Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Fiat 500L. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Fiat 500L | Nissan Juke | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 269 | 90 |
| Most reported problem | Drivetrain & axles | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 8 and 6 | 8 and 6 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 55,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 2 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 25 and 32 | 27 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,950 | $2,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 269 complaints for the Fiat 500L and 90 for the Nissan Juke. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 3 for the Fiat 500L, 2 for the Nissan Juke.