Economy Nissan of Durango, CO Offers the 2012 Top Safety Pick Nissan Juke

Online, December 16, 2011 (Newswire.com) - Economy Nissan of Durango, Colorado is pleased to announce the arrival of the all-new 2012 Nissan Juke, a Top Safety Pick by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). With impressive safety features including new safety technology the 2012 Nissan Juke received top ratings in each category of the IIHS's crash tests.

The 2012 Nissan Juke comes standard with a long list of safety features that never compromise. Nissan's Advanced Air Bag system with a total of 6 air bags including dual-stage supplemental front and side-impact air bags and roof-mounted, side-impact air bags ensure that front and rear passengers will be kept safe. Front-seat active head restraints help to reduce the chance of whiplash injuries to both the driver and front passenger by moving up and forward during certain rear-end collisions.

Standard vehicle dynamic control helps the driver maintain control in case of certain conditions like slippery roads. The 2012 Juke's standard traction control system ensures that the tires four wheels maintain a good grip on the road. The traction control system is able to sense when a driver wheels starts to slip and will reduce engine power or apply brake pressure to help restore grip. Steering control by the driver is also helped by the Juke's anti-lock braking system in case of sudden braking situations.

Additional safety features available on the 2012 Nissan Juke include RearView Monitor which helps the driver see what is directly behind the vehicle when reversing. Bluetooth hands free phone system ensures that the driver can maintain control of the wheel with both hands and still keep in touch with those outside of the vehicle. These are just a few of the safety features available as additional options on the 2012 Nissan Juke. To learn more visit Economy Nissan in Durango, Colorado.

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety rates vehicles in four different tests; frontal offset, side impact, roof strength, and rear crash protection. To earn a spot on the Top Safety Pick the vehicle must score a top rating of 'Good' in all four tests. The vehicle must also have electronic stability control as a standard safety feature. The frontal offset crash test assesses a vehicle's structural design. The side crash tests ratings determine an occupant's protection if a vehicle is struck in the side by SUVs or pickups. Roof strength is based on rollover ratings. The rear crash test focuses on how well seat and head restraints protect occupants from whiplash injury. The 2012 Nissan Juke earned a rating of 'Good' in all four tests.

Earning a Top Safety Pick for the 2012 Nissan Juke reiterates Nissan's continued commitment to safety. If you would like to learn more about Nissan's safety features or are interested in test driving the 2012 Nissan Juke visit Economy Nissan. Their friendly staff will be happy to help you find the perfect Nissan vehicle for your lifestyle. You may also visit Economy Nissan online at http://www.economynissan.com/index.htm.