Kia Soul vs Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Kia Soul. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Kia Soul | Nissan Juke | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 271 | 202 |
| Most reported problem | Brakes | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 43 and 7 | 4 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 53,000 miles | 63,000 miles |
| Recalls | 3 | 3 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 28 MPG | 29 MPG |
| City and highway | 26 and 31 | 27 and 32 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,400 | $2,850 |
| NHTSA overall safety | Not rated |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 271 complaints for the Kia Soul and 202 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 Kia Soul, 3 for the Nissan Juke.