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2009 Nissan Cube consumer reviews

$13,990 starting MSRP
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(44 reviews)
81% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.1
Explore the 2009 Nissan Cube

CVT transmissions

Cvt transmission is not reliable. The metal belt they used in it wears out to fast. It gets to hot and needs an external add on cooler if you want it to last for a while. I would recommend changing the trans fluid every 40,000 miles or less if you live in hotter areas.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 2.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great Vehicle with lots of space

The compact SUV / Wagon is fun to drive and is quiet, I shouldn’t have bought it because it’s a 5 passenger and I need more seating because we have a big family. But everyone loves it!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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I still love this car after ten years.

This car was one year old on the lot. Seemed new. The side swing rear door is perfect for short people or those with arthritic shoulders. We ordered the locking cases that sit down in the cargo well, which makes a flat surface when back seats are down. The windshield is huge, seats very comfortable, easy entrance and egress. I don't know why people hate the styling; I think it's very chic. Excellent car for around town, road trip to Louisiana, or hauling. Sound system rocks!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car love the space

Great car love the space on the inside, interior is nice, the seats are very soft and easy to clean. I wish that they still made this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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The best little car I've ever owned

This car met all our needs. The kids were little when we first got it and there was plenty of room in the back for three children and in the front for two adults. It gets incredible gas mileage and people always look at it when you pass them because it's just a unique car design. I wanted to keep it for another 10 years however my children are now teenagers and it is no longer a good fit for all three of them in the back seat. Whichever kid sits in the middle is uncomfortable because there isn't enough leg room. So I would say this car seats four adults comfortably or two adults and three small children. I seriously am going to miss this car because I've never had one that was so cool before.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Good little vehicle with good pick-up

This is a good little vehicle that has a little pep in its step and good gas mileage to boot. It is a bit strange looking outside, but makes up for it on the inside. Very roomy and plenty of headroom.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Unreliable & Not worth it

This car constantly has left me stranded. Breaks down, and has had to have several repairs. The key ‘intellifob’s do not sync or work properly (even with new batteries), the transmission has shot and left me stranded in a bad part of town. General battery issues constantly. And issues with the alarm system. I barely have any mileage put onto this vehicle so why the constant issues? I would never recommend this vehicle if you want something reliable. It’s quirky, but the quality is not a good quirky. Save your money- do not purchase this car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Most reliable and efficient car I've owned.

Most efficient, cost effective and reliable car there is! The design and model is quirky, fun, and good. With a car seat/booster seat...can be tight for people sitting beside it but other than that, it's roomy. I use it for work and fun.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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I loved it every day I owned it

I have always liked unique looking cars, so when I saw this one, I had to own it. Drove it for 9 years, put 129,000 miles on it and never had one single problem. Not one. Replaced the tires 3 times and put in a new battery, but maintained it regularly and she purred like a kitten. Unfortunately I got t-boned recently. Let me just tell all the nay-sayers that this little buddy held up like a champ. I took a hard hit and we all walked away. Side curtain airbags deployed and saved a lot of injury. I will miss her. She served me like a faithful friend.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Problem with engine and currently Motor Mount.

Very disappointed with my CUBE. Had to have the engine replaced a few years after purchasing it. Now I'm having problems with noise due to the MOTOR MOUNTS.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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