Juke Nismo production well underway

Production of the new Nissan Juke Nismo is now well underway at the company's state-of-the-art factory in Sunderland, in the UK.

Since its launch in 2010, more than 330,000 Jukes have been built at the factory, where Nissan also manufactures the Note, Qashqai and Qashqai+2.

The Juke Nismo is the first of a range that will take Nissan's wealth of global motorsport success and move it from the race track to the road.

It features a more aerodynamic body kit, driver-focused interior upgrades and a more powerful turbocharged engine. Stiffer suspension and modified steering means an enhanced dynamic exerience, with sportier handling and improved traction.

The next in line to benefit from the Nismo treatment will be the gorgeous 370Z which goes on sale later this year.