2010 Nissan Cube Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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Now in its second year of production, the Nissan Cube receives a number of updates for 2010. While the base 1.8 trim remains unchanged, the mid-level S and upper-end SL trims now come equipped with such standard features as Bluetooth and a leather-wrapped steering wheel with audio controls. The S trim also receives an iPod interface and speed-sensitive volume as part of its standard audio system. In addition, the upscale 1.8 S Krom Edition receives a new 4.5-inch color audio display with a USB interface and a rear-view camera, as well as a Nissan Intelligent Key with push-button ignition, which all come standard for 2010.
A 1.8-liter, DOHC four-cylinder engine powers all four Cube trims. The engine features variable valve timing for improved efficiency and produces 122 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque. It drives the Cube's front wheels through either a six-speed manual transmission or an Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), which delivers smooth shifts, according to reviewers. The EPA estimates fuel economy numbers for the engine at 25/30 mpg with the manual shifter and 27/31 mpg with the CVT.
The aptly named Cube continues to stand out from the crowd, thanks to its tall, boxy shape and its unique asymmetrical wrap-around rear window. Nissan says the Cube's front grille was inspired by a bulldog wearing shades, and gives the windows a distinctive trim treatment for a photo-frame appearance. All trims include privacy glass, while the SL trim comes with automatic on/off headlights as a standard feature. The S Krom Edition sports such features as unique barred upper and lower front grilles, body side sills, fully integrated front and rear bumper fascias, and a rear roof spoiler, all of which set it apart from the other Cube trims.
The Cube's design not only makes it distinctive, but also results in a roomy, functional interior. It seats up to five passengers, with manually adjustable front seats and a sliding/reclining/fold-down rear seat, adding to the Cube's versatility. The curvy dash ripples across the front of the cabin, while above, concentric circles emanate from the overhead light, creating a "water drop" affect.
With the rear seat folded down, the Cube offers a respectable 58 cubic feet of storage space. A side-opening, refrigerator-style rear door provides easy access to the cargo area.
All Cube trims come well-equipped with all the basics, including air conditioning, power windows and door locks, a multi-function trip computer, remote keyless entry, a tilt steering column, cargo tie-downs, six cupholders, and five bottle holders. The S and SL trims add such features as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth, cruise control, map lights, and chrome handles, while the SL trim also includes automatic temperature control. An AM/FM audio system with a CD player and an MP3 input jack keeps passengers entertained in all trims, although the two-speaker system in the Base 1.8 trim upgrades to a six-speaker system in the S and SL.
All trims come with cloth upholstery, although the S and SL receive premium cloth seats. The S Krom Edition adds a custom interior with exclusive black and gray seats, aluminum-trimmed pedals, and a Rockford Fosgate audio system with a subwoofer, among other features.
Owners can customize the Cube with a wide range of options, such as splash guards and a shag dash topper, available on all trims. Options available only on the S, SL, and S Krom Edition include a cargo organizer, 20-color interior accent lighting, illuminated kickplates, and an exterior Aero Kit, which adds a front chin spoiler and a rear underbody spoiler, as well as body side sills and a rear roof spoiler.
Standard safety equipment includes six airbags and antilock brakes with brake assist and electronic brakeforce distribution. The base 1.8 and S trims ride on 15-inch steel wheels, which the SL and S Krom Edition upgrade to 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels.
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Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 2
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: .95 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.7 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.93
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: .95 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.7 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 5.47
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Halogen
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheels: steel
Wheels
Wheel covers: full
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Rockford Fosgate · AM/FM radio · XM-ready satellite radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: .95 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.7 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Keyless ignition: push-button start · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 5.47
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Bumper underguard(s): front and rear · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: aluminum
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 8
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: intermittent
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · Premium Brand: Rockford Fosgate · AM/FM radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brake width: .95 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 11.7 · Rear brakes: drum
Comfort Features
Armrests: drivers seat · Door sill trim: illuminated scuff plate · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: cargo area carpet · Foot pedal trim: aluminum · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Ambient lighting: color-adjustable · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 5.47
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: roofline spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: side-hinged · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Active head restraints: driver · Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front
Seats
Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Mount Location: underbody · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 18.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 3.3
Suspension
Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 20 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar
Telematics
Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels
Wheel spokes: 8
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
