ASX I vs Juke I (F15): which is better?
Mitsubishi ASX I (2010–2023) vs Nissan Juke I (F15) (2010–2019): specs, fuel economy, tax and common problems.
Mitsubishi ASX I
Nissan Juke I (F15)Specifications
| Mitsubishi ASX I | Nissan Juke I (F15) | |
|---|---|---|
| Production years | 2010–2023 | 2010–2019 |
| Body | crossover SUV | crossover SUV |
| Fuel | petrol | petrol |
| Engines | 1.8 | 1.6 |
| Power, up to | 140 hp | 117 hp |
| Torque, up to | 177 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Gearbox | CVT | CVT |
| Drive | front-wheel drive | front-wheel drive |
| Length | 4 295 mm | 4 135 mm |
| Width | 1 770 mm | 1 765 mm |
| Height | 1 615 mm | 1 565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2 670 mm | 2 530 mm |
| Fuel tank | 63 L | 46 L |
| KZ tax 2026 (car under 10 years) | ≈ 15 075 ₸ | ≈ 13 675 ₸ |
The better value is highlighted in green.
Pros, cons and common problems
Mitsubishi ASX I
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Engine Mitsubishi 4B1x (1.8–2.4): valve cover leak
- Gearbox Jatco JF011E (CVT): pressure valve and pump wear
- Front-wheel drive only
Engine (Mitsubishi 4B1x (1.8–2.4)): few widespread serious problems; valve cover leak; chain stretch at high mileage.
Gearbox (Jatco JF011E (CVT)): pressure valve and pump wear; belt and pulley wear; overheating when wheels spin.
Nissan Juke I (F15)
Pros
- Sold in all major markets of the region — parts and mechanics available
Cons
- Nissan/Renault HR16DE / H4M (1.6) engine: chain stretch at high mileage
- Jatco JF015E gearbox (CVT): bearing and belt wear
- Front-wheel drive only
- Modest power: up to 117 hp
Engine (Nissan/Renault HR16DE / H4M (1.6)): no widespread serious problems; chain stretch at high mileage.
Gearbox (Jatco JF015E (CVT)): bearing and belt wear; planetary stage problems.
Which one to choose
- ASX I — if you care more about: power, torque, wheelbase, fuel tank.
- Juke I (F15) — if you care more about: kz tax 2026.
The condition of a specific car matters more than the model: check the service history and get the engine and gearbox inspected before buying.
FAQ
Which is more powerful: ASX I or Juke I (F15)?
ASX I: up to 140 hp, Juke I (F15): up to 117 hp.
What is the vehicle tax in Kazakhstan?
For 2026, for a car under 10 years old: ASX I — about 15 075 ₸, Juke I (F15) — about 13 675 ₸ (base engine). A 0.7 factor applies to cars aged 10–20 years and 0.5 to cars over 20.