The 2011 Nissan JUKE US price was just announced and as initial rumors pointed out the funny looking crossover starts at under 20,000 USD. In fact the 2011 Nissan JUKE US price starts at 18,960 USD and sales at dealerships across the country will begin  in October.
The 2011 Nissan JUKE is available in eight versions, each powered with a 1.6-litre Direct Injection Gasoline Turbo unit packing 188 HP and 177 lb-ft of torque as standard. Transmission options include the company’s advanced Xtronic CVT with S-Mode plus a six-speed manual with fuel consumption figures rated at 29.5 mpg combined.
For the range topping SL CVT AWD version the 2011 Nissan JUKE price for US starts at 24,550 USD and for complete details check out the official release below. 
Nissan press release :
Nissan North America, Inc. (NNA) today announced U.S. pricing for the
2011 Nissan JUKE sport cross – including a starting Manufacturer’s
Suggested Retail Price* (MSRP) of just $18,960 USD. The all-new JUKE
goes on sale in October at Nissan dealers nationwide. JUKE fuses the
best qualities of a sports car, including a sporty driving position,
dynamic handling and powerful engine, with the best aspects of an SUV –
such as a robust lower body, raised ground height, improved visibility
and confident stance.
"We believe JUKE’s unique combination of motorsports-inspired exterior
and interior design and unexpected levels of technology – along with a
starting MSRP under $19,000 – is going to propel JUKE into the heart of
the fast-growing compact hatchback/crossover market," said Al
Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan
North America, Inc.
The 2011 Juke is available in eight models, each powered by a standard
1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG™) Turbo engine rated at 188
horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. The engine, the first application in
North America, combines the power of a larger engine with the fuel
economy of a smaller powerplant. Nissan JUKE MSRPs (USD) include:
Model/Transmission
JUKE S CVT FWD
$18,960 USD
JUKE SV MT FWD
$20,260 USD
JUKE SV CVT FWD
$20,760 USD
JUKE SL MT FWD
$22,550 USD
JUKE SL CVT FWD
$23,050 USD
JUKE S CVT AWD
$20,460 USD
JUKE SV CVT AWD
$22,260 USD
JUKE SL CVT AWD
$24,550 USD
About the 2011 Nissan Juke
Unlike traditional entries in the fast-growing compact
hatchback/crossover market today, the all-new JUKE offers bold styling,
unexpected levels of performance and an advanced torque vectoring AWD
system with performance technology usually reserved for premium
vehicles.
JUKE’s aggressive styling brings a breath of fresh air to the segment.
Built on Nissan’s proven global B-platform, JUKE looks exactly like it
drives – fun, bold and exciting. It features a powerful front end
treatment with the turn signals integrated into the front fenders, a
high beltline and coupe-like falling roofline. Other exterior details
include body-colored outside mirrors and front door handles, "hidden"
rear door handles and standard 17-inch wheels and tires.
The JUKE interior is equally aggressive with bolstered front seats, a
wide instrument panel and a unique center console inspired by a
motorcycle fuel tank and finished in a high-gloss paint. The gear shift
sits on top of the console, with a high-mounted shift lever for sporty
driving. In the rear, a fold-down 60/40-split bench seat and flat load
floor provide passenger and cargo hauling flexibility. Available
interior features range from leather-appointed seats and RearView
Monitor to Nissan Intelligent Key™ with Push Button Ignition and Nissan
Navigation System with XM NavTraffic® Real-Time Traffic Information (XM®
subscription required, sold separately). A long list of safety features
is also standard, including six air bags, Anti-Lock Braking System
(ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).
Powering JUKE is a standard 1.6-liter Direct Injection Gasoline (DIG™)
Turbo, 16-valve DOHC aluminum-alloy inline 4-cylinder engine rated at
188 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque. Two transmissions are offered –
Nissan’s advanced Xtronic CVT™ (Continuously Variable Transmission) with
S-Mode and a 6-speed manual transmission (SV FWD and SL FWD models
only). Fuel economy is rated at 27 mpg City and 32 mpg Highway for JUKE
CVT FWD models.
JUKE’s torque vectoring AWD system 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. When cornering, the system helps reduce understeer
and enhance the vehicle’s cornering feel.
Another new-to-Nissan technology debuting on JUKE is the innovative
Integrated Control (I-CON) system. It 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 response, transmission (CVT mapping) and
steering feel for the precise ride the driver desires.
The 2011 Nissan JUKE sport cross is scheduled to go on sale in October
2010. Customers wanting more information about JUKE, including
specification information on a particular model, can go to the "Reserve
Your JUKE" site at http://www.nissanusa.com/apps/presell/juke.

Source: Nissan