Nissan has announced U.S. pricing for the 2014 Nissan JUKE and JUKE NISMO sport cross vehicles, which are currently available for purchase.

The JUKE NISMO, first introduced in mid-2013, is offered in a choice of front-wheel drive with 6-speed manual transmission or all-wheel drive with NISMO-tuned CVT transmission.

The 2014 JUKE is also offered with two custom equipment packages: the special Midnight Edition and Sport Package. The Midnight Edition features unique 17-inch Black Wheels, a Sapphire Black rear roof spoiler, Sapphire Black mirror caps and privacy glass. The Sport Package includes a body-color rear spoiler, 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and stainless steel exhaust finisher. A Navigation Package is also available. Enhancements for the 2014 JUKE include the addition of two new exterior colors:  Red Alert and Bordeaux Black.

The manufacturer's suggested retail rrices (MSRP) for the 2014 Nissan JUKE include:

Model/Transmission

JUKE S CVT FWD

$18,990 USD

JUKE SV MT FWD

$20,990 USD

JUKE SV CVT FWD

$22,040 USD

JUKE NISMO MT FWD

$22,990 USD

JUKE SL CVT FWD

$24,290 USD

JUKE S CVT AWD

$20,990 USD

JUKE SV CVT AWD

$23,740 USD

JUKE NISMO CVT AWD

$25,290 USD

JUKE SL CVT AWD

$25,990 USD

Destination and handling is $810.

All 2014 JUKE models are built on Nissan's proven global B-platform. The advanced 1.6-liter direct injection gasoline (DIGÔ) turbo, 16-valve DOHC aluminum-alloy inline 4-cylinder engine is rated at 188 hp and 197 hp for non-NISMO and NISMO models respectively.

JUKE AWD models come standard with an advanced torque vectoring AWD system, which splits torque up to 50:50 between the front and rear wheels and can also can split torque from side-to-side across the rear axle. The automaker noted that, when cornering, the system helps reduce understeer and enhance the vehicle's cornering feel.

Also offered is the innovative Integrated Control (I-CON) system that combines control of the automatic A/C and the three-mode drive selector - Normal for everyday driving; Sport for a more intense performance feel; and Eco for maximum efficiency - adjusting throttle, transmission (CVT) and steering feel, according to the automaker.

Available JUKE interior and technology features include leather-appointed seats, intelligent key with push button ignition, rear view monitor, Rockford Fosgate ecoPUNCH audio system and Nissan Navigation System with NavTraffic real-time traffic information (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately). Safety features include six air bags, anti-lock braking system (ABS) and vehicle dynamic control (VDC).