The 2023 Juke petrol automatic is typically the small turbocharged petrol engine with an automatic transmission (CVT or dual-clutch depending on trim). It’s a compact crossover with a smaller boot than larger SUVs, comfortable for five passengers but not designed for heavy towing or large loads. Automatics in small turbo cars can be sensitive to how they’ve been driven and serviced, so gearbox behaviour and software/recall history matter more than on a manual.

• Automatic gearbox behaviour on a long test drive — check for smooth, consistent shifts when cold and warm; ask for any gearbox fluid/mechatronic service records or recall work.
• Turbo performance and oil leaks — listen for whine/hesitation under load and watch for blue/black smoke on hard acceleration.
• Suspension and steering bushes — check for clunks or knocking over potholes and uneven tyre wear on the front axle.
• Parking sensors/camera and cabin electronics — ensure parking assist, infotainment, and smartphone mirroring work correctly and that sensors aren’t concealed by impact repairs.
• Boot and rear-seat mechanisms — confirm rear seats fold cleanly, check for damage to boot trim and scuffs around the rear bumper from city parking.