2010 Nissan Cube: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Nissan Cube sees no major changes after its debut late in the 2009 model year. Cube is a subcompact 4-door wagon. It comes in four trim levels: 1.8, 1.8 S, 1.8 SL, and top-line Krom. The sole engine is a 122-hp 1.8-liter 4-cylinder engine borrowed from Nissan's compact Versa. It teams with a 6-speed manual or continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). The base model and the S come with the manual gearbox. The CVT is available on S and is the only transmission offered on SL and Krom. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. Cube's rear seat is positioned slightly higher than in other subcompact cars, and it is able to slide back and forth to accommodate passengers or cargo. A Preferred Package that includes rear-obstacle detection, keyless access and engine start, and a wireless cell-phone link is optional on the SL. The latter is standard on the Krom, which also includes an uplevel sound system and a rear spoiler. This report is based on preview test drives of the 2009 Cube.