2009 Nissan cube Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009

IIHS Crash Test

Good

Source IIHS.org

MPG (up to)

24 -28 City / 29 -30 HWY

Source FuelEconomy.gov

Horsepower

122

Seats

Positive Owner Reviews

Laurie M

Cubes are Cool and have Eleven Cup Holders

I love my Nissan Cube. I feel comfortable driving in it. It's not gutless and has some pep. I love the roof liner which looks like ripples of water after you have thrown a pebble into a pond. It also comes with 11 cup holders. I love how much headroom it has. It's gas economical. The sound system is great. It has all the extras I wanted like, a/c, cruise control, fold-down seats. It's a great fun ride.

elli F

Unique shape roomy and reclining seats reliable and roomy cargo

Comfortable and roomy good gas mileage unique cube shape

Julia C

I love the ripples in the top of my car in my ceiling.

I really love the back up sensor. I also love how my radio automatically turns itself down when I approach a stop light. I love the unlock buttons on the outside of my doors and how they only unlock if I have my key in my hand. The push button to start is also great.

Alex L

You can fit lots of furniture in the back with the seats down.

I love the look the trunk capacity and just the comfort of it being my first car. It is light and easy to drive. It is super easy to park especially in a city. It has had quite a few issues and been in the shop recently, but it is a 9 year old car with roughly 80,000 miles on it so that is to be expected.

Grace L

Very good on gas and drives very smoothly. It is pretty small inside though.

I love that it is really good on gas. However it's unfortunate that it's a little small on inside when you have a full vehicle. It drives very smooth though.

Joann D

Funny looking little antennae for radio on rear of cube.

No problems since purchase 2013, paid for, new tires to replace original in 2017. That is it, nothing to repair yet. Easy to service and good mileage, big interior and head room. I love searching yard sales and antique stores and am amazed at what I can haul in the rear of my cube. A single bed mattress and springs fits perfectly. Also the one door lock with key or click is handy, and safer that 4 door locks. Children are prevented from opening the back doors and rear area by the universal lock control on driver door.

Brittany W

Nissan cube pros and cons of the vehicle

Smooth, great on gas ( can put 20 in and it fills it up), spacious for a small car, haven't had any problems, has 12 cup holders, back seats fold done and move forward and backwards, has a secret hiding spot in back floor board, automatic, only thing is very light weight and wind catching.

Lori N

It is a lot bigger on the inside then it looks. Great on gas. Fun to drive.

The only problem I have had in the 4 years is that I have had to replace the window control panel twice due to wearing out of a tiny plastic part. , the panel has cost me 250 each time to replace it. Other than that I haven't had any problems with the car.

Negative Owner Reviews

ExCubist

CVT will leave you stranded!

At around 130K, the CVT will go out without warning. It cannot be fixed. It costs 4K$ to replace.

Page B

The transmission does not last very long.

I like that my car gets good gas mileage and is spacious inside. I dislike how often I have to get new tires and that there always seems to be something wrong with my car.

Peggy S

Small box style/hatchback vehicle. Includes 2 row seating.

I have had a lot of issues with this vehicle, specifically the tires; every couple of months I have to replace a tire due to damage. The tires tend to rub on the fenders causing damage. I liked the car at first and now it is not something I want to drive my child in; safety features are a must for me and the safety of a car seat is essential and this car does not provide that.

Page B

Spacious with great gas mileage.

The vehicle is really spacious and gets great gas mileage, however the transmission has issues and had to be replaced very early and the tires are not great quality because they are so small and I have had to replace them more times than I like. It also runs a little rough.

Christina D

Pearly cube: the gutless parking wonder.

It is not exactly the car that was planned on being bought; it was the only one we could afford that was in stock. It is not a bad car-- the small, square size makes it fairly easy to fit in parking spaces. But it has trouble going up hills, turning corners fast enough (for tailgaters) and in snow. Where I live, the winter has been pretty harsh and would have preferred a four wheel drive, but the circumstances at the time made it difficult. The seats are comfortable enough, and has this cute little carpet on the dash. The pearl color is pretty nice as well.

Joshua B

It looks big and sits up higher like a truck or suv but it is designed for limited trunk space and only 5 passengers like a standard car. The model is notorious for transmission problems too.

It is fuel efficient & comfortable. Drives well on normal city trips. No problems driving it in the winter. There are alot of cup holders and leg room. Drives difficult on highways as the high speed and box shape combined with any wind and the fact it is relatively light creates a lot of resistance.

Brenda T

The head and leg room. Husband is 6’ 3” and he fits great.

Lots of legroom and headroom. Easy to maneuver through traffic. People are fascinated by it is looks so it is a conversation starter. Has good gas mileage.

Margaret K

CVT transmission failed, transmission issues, muffler came detached. Lots of head room, good sized trunk

Great mileage. Lots of room and space for passengers, luggage

Nissan cube Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

1.8 Base

122 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats

1.8 S

122 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats

1.8 SL

122 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats

1.8 Krom

122 HP 29 MPG 5 Seats

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2009 Nissan cube Owner Reviews

4.26

54 Reviews

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54%

4 stars

26%

3 stars

15%

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ExCubist on May 28, 2021

CVT will leave you stranded!

At around 130K, the CVT will go out without warning. It cannot be fixed. It costs 4K$ to replace.

Diane M on March 26, 2021

Nissan vehicles are worth the purchase.

Extremely reliable, has plenty of head and leg room, much roomier than one would expect, fantastic gas mileage, easy to control. I would purchase another vehicle from Nissan, especially a Cube. I receive very positive comments about my vehicle. Unfortunately, they no longer produce them. However, because of my positive experience with this vehicle, I would definitely consider purchasing another model from Nissan.

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Pros from Owners

Elizah G.

The shape is unique. The way the trunk opens is convenient. The stereo system sounds great. I love the middle dash area. The engine is easy to navigate. It's stylish. The interior where people sit is quite roomy.

Zoe W.

Some of the pros of the Nissan cube include. Lots of visibility. Really nice interior. Lots of space inside. Great gas mileage. Good a/c. It is reliable. Easy to drive. Unique style. Cup holder for the driver. Armrest.

Brian S.

Sporty and very unique styling and it has a lot of power and pick up for a little engine. Also the Nissan variable speed transmission shifts effortlessly and silently so you never feel the car jerk from one gear to the other when accelerating.

Cons from Owners

Elizah G.

I am not a fan of the trunk space. It's small. I am not a fan of how low to the ground it sits. I am not a fan of how the middle seat belt comes through. I wish it would come with more features. Overall I really like it though.

Zoe W.

Some cons for the Nissan cube are. Hub caps are not that nice. Hub caps fall off. The transmission is not great quality. Seats are hard to clean. Not 4-wheel drive. Not a ton of space in the back part. These are some cons.

Brian S.

It does not have a very aerodynamic shape so is not the greatest on a windy day hence the name cube but that is so minor and the only drawback to this car. I love owning it and am sad that it is no longer being manufactured.

Ranks #10 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2009 Nissan cube has an average owner rating of 4.31 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 25 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #2 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2009 Nissan cube has a combined MPG of 30 which ranks it #2 of 25 other Compact SUVs.

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Is The 2009 Nissan cube A Good Car?

Yes, it is a very good vehicle, that comes in great handy. It is small, and that makes it very easy. It is a great car for on-the-go or quick runs. My family also loves it. It is a good color, and... Read More

Lauretta E.

How Reliable Is The 2009 Nissan cube?

No, it is been perfect as of right now. However, there have been problems before with the rims. But, it has been fixed. Also, there was an engine problem about 2 years ago, that was also fixed. Other... Read More

Lauretta E.

Is The 2009 Nissan cube A Good Value?

Well when I first got the car, I paid about 4,000. I feel like that was a good price. Not too high, not too low. I do not think I could've gotten the car for a lower price.

Lauretta E.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2009 Nissan cube starter relay location?

Answer: The 2009 Nissan cube starter relay is located under the hood in the relay box. There will be a diagram on the back of the cover that will tell You the identification of each relay. If Your starter relay has...

What's the 2009 Nissan cube fuel filter location?

Answer: On the 2009 Nissan cube, You'll find the fuel filter inside of the fuel tank, as part of the fuel pump assembly. This means that it is not a serviceable part; instead, if You need to change it, You'll need to...

What's the 2009 nissan cube oil type?

Answer: The 2009 Nissan cube oil type iS5w-30 full synthetic. The expected cost for a Nissan cube oil pump replacement is between $1,136 and $1,341. Labor costs are priced between $793 and $998 while parts are priced...

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Safety & Reliability

NHTSA Crash Test

(Not Rated)

*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated

*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety