2013 Nissan Cube Review (pros and cons)
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- čas přidán 5. 09. 2024
- Just my take on the 2013 Nissan CUBE. Overall I really like the car.
Pros:
1. keyless entry
2. keyless start
3. large back door
4. reclining back seats
5. no hump in the center or back seats
6. the design (square shape)
7. built-in GPS
8. backup video camera
9. CVT - continuously variable transmission
10. the ride (smooth and handles good)
Cons:
1. limited trunk space
2. Nissan suggests against luggage racks (because no support in the roof)
3. Nissan suggests against cargo carriers (no place for a hitch)
4. gas cap on the passenger side
5. rear view mirror (kinda cheap feeling)
6. some wind noise at higher speeds
7. arm rest (knida cheap feeling)
8. front windshield sprayers (straight line not a spray)
9. CVT - continuously variable transmission
10. no center console
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Adam W Nelson
Just FYI the fuel cap is on the passenger side for safety. I you ever run out of fuel on the side of the road and have to re-fuel on the spot, this lets you stand away from the traffic
I was trying to weigh the pros and cons to decide if I wanted a Kia Soul or a Nissan Cube as my first car. I went to the dealership and the Soul was just too worn and was missing the mirrors on the visor so I decided against it.
After watching this video; the noise that the cube makes kinda turned me away, but after test driving the cube; I bought it. Lol.
Pros: -The speakers are awesome
-I love the cup holder on the left of the steering wheel
-Rides like a dream
-fold down seats. I find the inside of the car to be very roomy.
-The seats are comfortable. They feel like memory foam, but I'm not sure what they're actually made of.
-Overall unique design- inside and out.
Cons: -Kind of loud on interstates, but not too bad. It's something that I got used to pretty quickly.
-Cross-winds when going about 70+ when passing big trucks, but they're like this with plenty of other cars.
*The pros outweigh the cons and I'd recommend this car.
don't listen to what some crazy people say. cube is an amazing little car. my Mrs. has it too.
@@abdullahpasha1611 how is Cube going for her now ? I am about to buy one but I have read few reviews of Cube owners transmission broke down. Did your Mrs have issue ? If not did she change transmission fluid ever just as maintenance. I need little confidence. Hope you get this. / Minhaz
@@Amar-iv2pd No we didn't have any issues with the transmission MA. It's a very reliable car. It's a small car but spacious in other ways.
@@abdullahpasha1611 thanks
That's why got 6 speakers I don't hear wind....
now that I own a cube (partly because of this video), I need to give my 2¢.
I was very against the CVT when I was shopping for my cube, but I got a great deal so I ended up with one anyway. ..and I love it. So smooth, and the noise isn't really THAT bad. And as a city car, it's super smooth and nice to drive. Coming from a manual Fiat 500, this thing is like driving a luxury car.
I was glad to see that the back seats recline, but I was really happy to discover that they also move back and forth. You can add a good chunk of storage space by sliding it forward.
The Sat/Nav system is great! ..but for $19 a month (if you include traffic), it's kinda pricey. ..and the head unit isn't compatible with XM's 'A La Carte' package. That's too bad.
You didn't mention how comfortable the seats are. A friend of mine got in and said "It's like sitting on a couch". ..and it's true! These seats are super-comfy, and they have plenty of leg support, so I could easily take a long trip in the cube.
My only real complaint about this car is that the bluetooth isn't A2DP, so you can't stream music from your phone. Sure I can plug it in, but this is 2014 and A2DP should be standard. Also, my 120gb iPod is useless in this car because it takes forever just to scroll out of the "A" section. What if I wanted to listen to the Smiths? I'd be at my destination before I finished scrolling thru the artists list!
By the way, your video is one of the only updated cube videos on CZcams. Every review seems to be from 2009 or for the model S only. Thanks for the upload!
Thanks for comment! I was talking to my wife last night about the seat comment (it being so comfy) and you're right they really are comfortable! I know you said it makes a great city car we've taken it on some road tips like, TX - OH, TX - AL, TX - FL and we still love it.
Really THANKS for the comment!
I got mine a month ago, I think its super comfortable. I've had them all sedans, wagons, whatever, I just need room and comfy and that is what the Cube is all about.
Still going ?
Yes, I still have it. Got it at 25k and now at 83k, never gave me a day of trouble. Just fluid changes and tires and brakes. Will keep till doors fall off.
"Cons #1: limited back space. You cant even fit a whole body in here..." and you need to fit a whole human body because...
you never know.... :-)
that made me laugh! haha
I'm happy to have made you smile! Lindsey Meisner
I was planning to just put my groceries in. I dont know if you can buy humans.
***** You can but that be probably involved human trafficking and a lot of money. :)
After 2.5 years:
PROS
It's really fun!
LOVE the drink holder left of the steering wheel.
Like having the fill-up on the right side. That lane is always free.
Can fit 5 people in this car unlike ANY other this size or price.
CONS
Sun visor does not cover side window safety issue.
Back door awkward to open when you have a shopping cart.
The ride is choppy at times, does not handle side winds well.
Reflections in windows at night.
CVT: I got used to this by adapting my driving. It's the future.
I like how you present the pros and cons. Not corny.
Thanks!
concise and to the point . I wish other review people reviewed their products like you did.
My wife and I love the Cube and I personally LOVE the Nissan lineup.
Gas filler on the passenger side is common on German cars, and great for busy stations, where most people have the filler on the driver's side. To me, that is a positive, not a negative.
+Lwize Most gas stations have 2 ways to get in, so, having the gas cap on the right side doesn't change anything. It's just more convenient to have it on the left side. Even if there's only 1 way to get in the gas station, you can always go in reverse to a pump, if that's not such a big hassle for you.
Reason #8
*7 fingers*
Loved this. I wanna get a beer with this guy.
Hahaha, thanks for the comment!
Love the part about the trunk space... only holds one body..hehehe
You're right, I do love the fact that the seat moves forward like that! Normally we have our 9yr old with us so we don't use that feature but I do love it. Thanks for the comment!
I just got back from vacation (road trip) and drove the Cube from Austin, TX to Zanesville, OH. It handled extremely well for a small boxy car. We fought strong headwinds all the way there and still managed to keep it on the road :-) so to answer your question YES I feel it handles well on the highway. Lots of visibility in this car its just crazy.
Thanks for the comment!
I want one!! I love the Nissan Cube, it's so cute
Nice roomy not bad drive...
You are the first person to ever list a CVT as a pro in any way
George Patton Well, honestly I like it. I have a broth-in-law that has a Cube and that's one of the things he likes best. It's a gas saver transmission.
***** I guess from an enthusiast standpoint it is never a pro. But nowadays there are automatics with up to nine gears which get much better fuel economy than the old 4 speeds
+George Patton Nissan has the only good CVT.
+Adam W Nelson As european and a driver,I can tell you that few car automatic transmissions can beat manual transmission,simply put,manual gearbox gives a special feeling of driving and better driver control of the vehicle! Not to mention that manual gearbox improves fuel economy!
Not disagreeing with you Miki Mecov but when you are in traffic 90% of the time an automatic is simply awesome.
that's funny you caught that! I did a few things crazy in this video that my friend and I shot but your the first one out of 11,000 people that noticed this one.
Thanks for watching!
I have the same car, It is awesome no problems at all 140 000 miles runs like new. I flush all the fluids, change all filters, changed all spark plugs and spark plug wires. Ceramic brake pads. Go to a great mechanic and have them do a 3 step fuel fuel injection cleaning service. Make sure they use BG products. It gets rid of all carbon build up The car roars now. Also use royal purple engine oil it is better then mobil 1 one oil. It drives like a race car now!!!! Also use Trico Titan wipers they work the best. ALso buy the royal purple oil filter and change serpentine belt every 80 000 miles to be safe.
Adam, Nice review but you left out a very important fact that may have turned your con into a pro. The whole back seat slides forward about 5-6 inches. The handle runs all along the lower front of the rear seat to slide back or forth. Pull it up to release. When we go on vacation (just the wife & I) I slide it all the way forward. You can still slide front seats all the back.
Kani, I should have explained it better I am sorry. The Key Fob you carry in your pocket/purse is recognized by the car in where it is so if your on the outside of the car within 2-3 feet you can open the door. If you are inside the car with the Key Fob the car knows and will not let you unlock the outside of the car. I hope that clears things up but if not let me know and I can do a video on how it works.
I'm around 6'1" and fit just fine. I had a friend of mine that is around 6'6" test it out and managed just fine. He couldn't believe how much headroom he had.
Do you still have your Nissan cube Adam?
@@mariogalvan6634 Unfortunately no. We had to get rid of the cube due to the fact we had another child. We had three kids and a cube was too small for all three kids. We absolutely loved the cube while we had it. We would definitely buy another one but unfortunately they no longer make them.
I'm 6'5" and I fit fine. I need leg room because I drive with hand controls being disabled, and I need room under the steering wheel for them and my legs feet etc. This car has it. More head and leg room than a Jeep, an Element, or those other boxy cars.
I love my cube. It has such personality. I call it the mystery machine. I decorated it with some 70's hippie flowers. I've gotten so many compliments. I'm still working on a few more decorations and I'm getting personalized license plates. Enjoyed your presentation.
Bob, to be honest the we only shopped it to the KIA SOUL, which is what I traded in for the CUBE.
We've had it for 10 months and about 20,000 miles and so far the ride is good. Please don't think you're getting into a Cadillac or anything like that but compared to the SOUL its ride is super nice.
I do wish I had test drove the Scion XB but my wife just didn't like the look of the new ones.
I am happy with my purchase and will now probably be a Nissan man...
Thanks for the comment!
so i just bought my my wife a 2009 cube! we love it. i noticed you said a con was storage space in the back......but rear seats slide forward (as well as recline) almost doubling your rear cargo space!
You're right about the seat! Not really an option when you have a 10 year old and a car seat :-(
Great video. I bought a 2011 and will be upgrading to a 2013 at the end of the year. I love the car look itself and the inside. It does ride rough and all over like a truck and the regular stereo sux and so does the regular heat/ac dial, but I just love the look, gas mileage is great! Can't wait to get the newer one!
Nissan might not be for everyone but we really do love ours. I have lots of friends that drive Nissans as well and they all seem to love them too.
This is why i bought an 03 model, works perfect center console, fuel on the right side, enough boot space
only thing i dont like is it dosent like hot fast enviroments.
I'm sorry you feel my review was a waste of your time and I hope you find a more adequate review on this car. I originally did the review for fun...and that's just what I had doing it...was fun.
Con#4, the gas tank filler being on the "wrong" (passenger) side is a benefit in my opinion. In this State many stations allow only 1-way traffic.The lineups at the pump are always shorter with the filler door in the right side.
I hate shifters with a sideways button...front or no button is great! I'm looking to buy a silver one for around $5,000cdn as my winter beater car...to go with my 2012 iMiEV summer car.
thanks for the comment! I do agree this car has a crazy amount of head room!
I like the XB too! I'm a big fan of the BOX cars. I guess I just like them all. Thanks for the comment!
I/We have a 2009 Cube Krom and LOVE it. As far as not having anywhere to put cd's n things use the door. I put my cd cases in there all the time. Great review.
Thanks Stephanie!
I have a 2011 Cube and I don’t like that it doesn’t have any balls behind it. I’m actually planning on beefing it up a little. But it is good on gas though. And I don’t like the interior color. I want to tear everything out and redo the color. Black and yellow.
Yeah, I'm not pulling out in front of anybody with getting hit. I had to sell ours due to having too many kids...
I'm about to buy a 2010. Ty for this and the giggle
I would say thanks for the comment but I find it a bit rude. I am not homosexual but I do tend to speak with my hands and get made fun of it from time-to-time (yes I can take a bit of name calling and people making fun of me).
Don't know why but I always feel sorry for people like you. People that have to put down to make themselves feel good.
I like the illuminated door sill plates! I need to pick some up they really do look cool. Thanks for watching!
If only Adam Nelson were single in 2020!
Haha, trust me I'm not a catch!
is the CTV like an automatic care or a manual. dumb question i know but i just want to be 100% sure.
Like your video. I love the Cube! (I have a 2010 'Kaizen' in the UK).
I suggest you get the illuminated door sill plates, they really improve the look of the car a LOT!
Thanks for letting me know that, I had no idea. That makes perfect sense now!
35k views! This is the video that convinced me to buy my cube. Make that 35,001!
Thanks! We love ours
I don't think I've ever seen the black interior! As far as the plastics on the car go I think it feels solid. We had a 2010 KIA SOUL and I love the Cube so much more. The transmission took some time for me to get use to and now I actually like it. Personal opinion its better in town than on the highway NOW that's not saying its bad on the highway. Please understand the car handles and drives great everywhere I just like it for a city commuter better.
Hope that helps!
@Adam W Nelson WOW this really influences my decision! Thanks for Replying how many times did you have to put gas in it on your trip?
Not a dumb question! CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) is 100% automatic.
your welcome! thanks for watching!
reason 11 why you should hate it,your the only person who actually bought one!!!
Thanks for the comment but I'm sure I'm not the only one that bought.
reason 11 is the reason I love my cube. Even after 5 years in the USA, it's still unique. I used to drive a boring car -- it was awful!
I think it was around 4 times and cost $30 for a fill up with gas be around $3.20 per gallon. We had gas left over on that 4th tank. I think we averaged around 30mpg on the way up and around 34mpg on the way back.
You have a lot of good points but I have to disagree with you on a detail of the cvt. I have a 2007 nissan altima with a cvt and it has not been noisy in the 5 years I had it. As a matter of fact it's quieter than all the regular automatics regardless of size of engine that I drove in my life. I believe it is the engine size that makes the cube noisy. I have test drove 2 cubes recently. That 1.8 L engine seems to need to work harder than a 2.5L in a nissan altima. It's going to be adjustment for me if my next car ends having a smaller engine lol!
I like mine the only bad thing I don't like about it is the flat screen windshield when a truck driver can be far away from me it still gets hits from rock dings easily
Sam D. That's true! My wife and I have both noticed the rocks and bugs that seem to hit the screen/window more often.
Sam D. My windshield broke within a month of owning my cube and it's still broken today (over a year later). It's not expensive to fix, but I get hit with so many rocks in I-15 that I'm in no hurry to replace it with a new one.
+Tommy Lamm Its the straight up non angled placement.
Reclining back seat. Just like the Elements 😎
Pro number one try to lock the keys in the car can't be done
Meaning the key fob of course it makes it beep beep beep sound real loud let you know you left the keys in there can't lock the doors it will not let you
Manual. Always buy a Manual. Especially Nissan products. I bought a 15 32k mike Scion XB in March. It’s been great! 30 mpg if I keep a light foot, done better as well. Lots of Go. GreT Handlimg. Solid. Roomy everywhere. Expect many years and many miles. These Cibe cars need to be made beyond the Soul, which I like, but the new design isn’t as charming as it was. Plus I prefer Japanese cars.
Agreed on most of your comments! Side winds are right down bad at times. I happen to think the ride is nice compared to the KIA Soul I'm coming from. The CVT I'm starting to get use to and I know what you mean about having to adjust your driving for it
thanks for the comment! The more I drive the Cube the more I like the Cube...hey that should be a slogan!
Hi Adam...How do you feel now about the Cube. I'm about to buy a 2013 Cube, I need to know. Please
@@sebastiandaniel35 I actually love the cube. Unfortunately I no longer have it due to the fact I have more children and we all could not fit in the vehicle. It was one of my wife's favorite vehicles we've ever owned. Her brother had one also and drove it for years. I've never really heard anything bad about it.
@@AdamWNelson thank you so much for answering so quickly. I really appreciate it. Everybody keeps telling me so many bad things even though they’ve never had one. So I appreciate all your information.
@Adam W Nelson hey I really like the cube!! I have a question do you feel you can merge on to the highway and pass other cars confidently?
Thanks for the comment!
Personally I'd suggest an automatic and that's probably because I have driven manual for the past 12 years in Austin, TX (BIG City). Don't know much about the Nissan manual so I can't really say one way or the other. I can say that after driving the automatic CVT for a month "I LOVE IT".
If a manual transmission is an option in your life I'd suggest doing more research! If you are only looking at manual because its cheaper I'd suggest NOT GOING THE CHEAP ROUTE! :-)
Hop that somewhat helped!
great review
"Reason number 8..."
holds up 7 fingers
hmmm
I'm not that smart of a guy :-)
Haha all good buddy 👍, great review cheers
Jessica Smith Thanks
Good work man thanks for the honest review
Thanks!
Thanks for watching and THANKS for the comment!
CVT = 1 gear. The previous generation car was far better. Only problem - came with a 1.4 auto only. it looked better aswell.
thanks for the comment!
the cube makes practical sense if i was to get one but its the same complaint i have with the scion xbox err sorry xb
I loved this review! Thank you :)
Thanks...not really sure what you mean by the "M" but I'll take it as compliment :-) I could use one every once in while!
I liked hiw u used ur hands. I had to listen to this quietly do i knew what u were talking about. I think u need to do a full review now. Good job
So, Adam, how is the ride? And, what did you shop this against before you made your purchasing decision? Just curious.
whoa, this video had a surge of popularity!
yeah, and I have no idea why 😁
thanks for that
The no center console is what killed it for me, otherwise i loved it
I love my mobile refrigerator :-) I'd drive a Scion also though. I'm more fartsy than artsy.
The Cube is a little smaller than the xB but personally I would rather have the extra 3 mpg the Cube gets over the xB
I love the cube. Everyone I know thinks it's gross looking. But man I love it it makes me laugh. Good review by the way.
I never thought of it that way. Good to know.
Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching!
that would suck! we had a KIA Soul before this car and it was leatherish also but I like the CUBE way better
and yes i like box car thats why i have a Scion XB. At least XB still look like a car. Can your cube fit a 70" Flat Screen boxed? ...my XB sure can.
Nice car ! and i love it because of it's cube shape
about 7 from the pros are not car specific. GPS and camera and unlock of doors.
With the seats down i could just fit 4 regular sized bodies.
Thanks for the Review!!!
How tall are you I'm 6'4 and thinking of getting one of these
Love it
Hey Adam, I want to buy Cube. I saw two in past few days. Did the test drive, great feeling smooth ride but have read few reviews of Cube owners had transmission broken. I need little confidence. Why transmission will break ? My Sentra 2006 transmission still good it has 111k now running great. And also one review says some CVT code what is code. Help me about Cube transmission. I really like to Cube.
Hey Shomin, sorry I can't help out with that question. My CVT Transmission was working fine when we traded it in (we had a 3rd child and couldn't fit him in the Cube). Unfortionity I don't know anyone that even has a Cube. That's one of the reasons we loved it. It was unique. For the 3 years we had it we loved it and it worked great. We had driven it from TX to OH to CO to FL and never had issues.
@@AdamWNelson thanks Adam. We want to get it because not many have it. We got one Fiat 500L after so negetivity about it butit's driving good from Ohio to Ottawa,Canada. From Ohio to New Jersey.Now falling for the Cube.
@@Amar-iv2pd I say "go for it"! NOTE: they stopped making them in 2014 (I think) so find one with low miles and have fun!
@@AdamWNelson it is 2013 Cube has 31k some So go for it ! Thanks for your help.
It is also blue color and SL. And I just subscribed your channel.
So you have a+10 and a -10 which leaves you at zero.
So you riding a bicycle now?
It's a Pros and Cons list...I can't imagine you driving something you wouldn't improve on.
Nice information nice video
I need enough trunk space to hide my bodies.
wait, i can't fit a full dead body in the trunk? shitty car.
Facts
Nice review style !
Cheap mirror?
THANKS!
I envy your leather covered steering wheel. The old (plastic) one is whack!
nice review
1:16 he said reason number 8
but his fingers say 7
Yes, its true I did do that! I wanted to see if anybody would catch it :-) I was just having fun
bs...you probably had some...buddy.
nissan sales, tanking badly perso i know has one but is sht scared to go on highway in it. low speed problematic plus passing semis draft.
Nissan Cube...WHY!???
It's a nice car but I will tell you it's not for everybody but my wife LOVEs it
@1:15 7 is 8?
You never now how many bodies you might need to fit in a car :-)
jazz hands!