2013 Nissan Cube

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Rating7.3

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Subcompact Wagon
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$16,760 - $18,860
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Easy to maneuver in tight spaces

Handling can be clumsy around corners

It is essentially unchanged for 2013

Wide range of standard features

Cheap interior plastics are disappointing

Quiet and smooth ride quality on any road conditions

Specs & Features

$17,760

price

122 hp @ 5200 rpm

horsepower

127 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

torque

Continuously Variable-Speed Automatic

transmission

1.8L 4cyl FWD CVT

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2013 Nissan Cube Wagon is a proud member of the subcompact wagon segment, locking horns with cars like the Kia Soul, the Fiat 500L, and the Scion xB. Spread across 2 trims, the Cube starts off at a base price of MSRP of $14,740 and carries on to $21,640. Its 1.8L inline-4 engine and 6-speed manual transmission give the SUV 122 horsepower and 127 lb-ft of torque. A continuously variable transmission is optional on the base S trim and standard on the SL trim. With that, it manages a 0-60 of 9.7 seconds and boasts a payload capacity of 860 pounds. Moving to fuel economy, the Cube hatchback gets a combined EPA rating between 27 and 28 MPG, which is just average for the class, with most of its rivals reaching similar numbers. It also has a ground clearance of 6.3 inches.

Buying Advice

The entry-level S trim is quite basic in terms of standard features. Therefore, going with the top SL trim makes more sense which is also just $2000 more expensive. As standard, it unlocks access to features like automatic climate control, automatic headlights, 16-inch alloy wheels, and keyless ignition/entry. Moreover, the Preferred option package on offer is exclusive only to the SL trim.

Trims

    S
    $16,760 onwards
    • 15-inch steel Wheels
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Front manual air conditioning
    • Premium cloth Seat trim
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    SL
    $18,860 onwards
    • 16-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • AM/FM/Satellite-Prep
    • Front automatic air conditioning

Compare to similar cars

Price

$16,760- $18,860

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.26

Horsepower

122 hp @ 5200 rpm

Torque

127 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

Capacity

7

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$30,900- $43,850

Gasoline

8.63

287 hp @ 6250 rpm

255 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

7

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$14,400- $19,900

Gasoline

8.05

138 hp @ 6300 rpm

123 lb.-ft. @ 4850 rpm

5

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$16,970- $20,160

Gasoline

7.78

158 hp @ 6000 rpm

162 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    9.1 sec17.0 sec-
    7 sec15.5 sec139 mph
    2013 Scion XB

    Ranked #2

    8.4 sec16.4 sec-
    2013 Kia Soul

    Ranked #3

    8.6 sec16.8 sec108 mph

    2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      25 mpg30 mpg27 mpg13.2 gal.330/396 mi.
      2013 Kia Soul

      Ranked #1

      25 mpg30 mpg27 mpg12.7 gal.317.5/381 mi.
      2013 Scion XB

      Ranked #2

      22 mpg28 mpg24 mpg14 gal.308/392 mi.
      18 mpg24 mpg19 mpg18.6 gal.334.8/465 mi.

      2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        156.7 in.66.7 in.65 in.6.3 in.99.6 in.
        201.8 in.75.9 in.68 in.6 in.117.9 in.

        2013 Infiniti G

        Ranked #2

        185.1 in.71.8 in.54.9 in.5.1 in.112.2 in.
        2013 Scion XB

        Ranked #3

        167.3 in.69.3 in.63.4 in.5.1 in.102.4 in.
        2013 Kia Soul

        Ranked #4

        161.6 in.70.3 in.63.4 in.6.5 in.100.4 in.

        2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          11.4 cu.ft.97.7 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
          20 cu.ft.155.8 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
          2013 Kia Soul

          Ranked #2

          23.7 cu.ft.102.3 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.
          2013 Scion XB

          Ranked #4

          11.6 cu.ft.110.9 cu.ft.69.9 cu.ft.

          2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            SourceCompare
            58.1 cu.ft.11.4 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.
            2013 Scion XB

            Ranked #2

            -11.6 cu.ft.69.9 cu.ft.
            83.1 cu.ft.20 cu.ft.83.2 cu.ft.
            2013 Kia Soul

            Ranked #4

            65.5 cu.ft.23.7 cu.ft.53.4 cu.ft.

            2013 Nissan Cube vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -860 lbs.2800 lbs.
              4500 lbs.-4471 lbs.
              2013 Kia Soul

              Ranked #2

              --2800 lbs.
              2013 Scion XB

              Ranked #2

              --3027 lbs.

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