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#14 of 25 On the lot... by csandste May 09, 2009 (10:51 am)
Like the flower holder on the Beetle, the shag carpeted dash is a bit much. Thank god it's an add-on.   Looks considerably smaller than the Soul. Both the Soul and Cube look a lot more appealing than the second gen. xB, but a recent ride in an xB seemed to indicate a competent, if externally ugly car.   I've never owned a Nissan, but did own two Renaults in the seventies and eighties so odd funky cars appeal to me. If my Malibu Maxx gave up the ghost both the Cube and Soul would be on my short list, as I like odd vehicles that you can cram stuff into. Replies to this message: nwng (May 18, 2009 8:27 am)
#15 of 25 cube at dealers now by pog4 May 14, 2009 (1:57 pm)
While driving by a Nissan dealer last night I noticed they had a silver Cube sitting out front in all it glory. I pulled over to get a good look and I like it… I think it looks loads better in person and larger than I expected. I was always a fan of the 1st gen XB and to this day still wish I would have bought one, the cube may fill that void. Since I have not driven a cube I would love to hear from those who have and preferably comments on the 6sp manual. I like manuals for their efficiencies but am lost as to why the CVT is rated so much higher in the EPA city test.   I will be in the market for a new ride later this summer / fall and have been enjoying reading about all the new models. So far I am considering a cube, fit, new prius, insight, mazda3 HB or the upcoming MKVI golf tdi. I know the cars are all over the spectrum but I figure I can get a cheaper fun car like the cube / fit or buy a more expensive fuel saver like the TDI, the fuel saving wont equal out but it’s a way to justify the higher cost to me. The mazda3 isn’t cheep or efficient with the 2.5 but it’s on my list since I am still in love with my 2002 protege5.
#16 of 25 Re: On the lot... [csandste] by nwng May 18, 2009 (8:27 am)
Replying to: csandste (May 09, 2009 10:51 am) I wonder if the shag is fastened with velcro or the whole dash is really carpeted. I really like the cube but I'm not sure a guy in the mid 40's driving a cube blasting black eyed peas would be allowed to go near public parks.
#17 of 25 Cube Test Drive by xbcubecoffins May 21, 2009 (11:42 pm)
Took the family for a test drive last weekend and liked it so much I put in my deposit for a Krom being delivered next month. We are the proud owners of an original xB 2005 model.(we are keeping it) Not that phony thing they have now. Cube is very similar to original xBox in that it is roomy inside, I fit in front and rear seat comfortably, and I'm 6'4". Beyond that the Cube seats are more comfortable and the extras like factory cruise, steering wheel mounted audio controls and other creature comforts are all there unlike the xB. Performance is better in the Cube although the CVT took getting use to in the test drive I took. I kept waiting for the shift point that never came. Visibility is good. A couple shortfalls are lack of easily accessible large cup holders and the steering wheel does not tilt up far enough to have an unobstructed view of the instrument panel. xB has the top of dash mounted cluster that works well for visibility. Nissan should look to follow xB and Mini Cooper in that regard. I thought about cutting the top section of steering wheel out similar to a plane yoke but might have to wait until warranty expires. (Also don't want to trigger airbag). Overall I think Nissan is picking up the niche that Scion abandoned and it has a winner. P.S. "The Shag" is only a small section in the middle. The sales people were all scratching their heads trying to explain it. I suggested besides a conversation piece it might have a practical use to keep things placed on top of dash i.e. sunglasses, from sliding around. I'm with nwng though it may have to go or get at least get a trim. Replies to this message: cmhj2000 (May 22, 2009 4:18 am)
#18 of 25 Re: Cube Test Drive [xbcubecoffins] by cmhj2000 May 22, 2009 (4:18 am)
Replying to: xbcubecoffins (May 21, 2009 11:42 pm) Had an opportunity to take one for a spin. All in all it was fine. Roomy enough, should be great for around town, which is what it'd be used for if I bought one.   My only complaint, to date, is the drivers seat belt buckle digs into my hip.
#19 of 25 Interesting by moparbad Jun 02, 2009 (1:41 pm)
Cube is interesting. If it had sunroof option I'd at least stop at dealer to take a look.
#20 of 25 ground clearance by theking Jun 04, 2009 (12:55 pm)
I cannot find any data on the ground clearance for the cube without the sill extensions. I would be more interested in the sl vs the Krom model !
#21 of 25 general comments by ghulet Jun 04, 2009 (6:26 pm)
the interior looks nice....modern, but not too funky; I like the window shape and configuration, but the rear end.....I dunno, to me it looks like an old Infiniti J30 with a camper top. Replies to this message: ecotrklvr (Jun 04, 2009 10:24 pm)
#22 of 25 Re: general comments [ghulet] by ecotrklvr Jun 04, 2009 (10:24 pm)
Replying to: ghulet (Jun 04, 2009 6:26 pm) "J-30 with a camper top" is priceless! And true. Thanks.
#23 of 25 drove one the other day by nippononly Jun 21, 2009 (4:12 pm)
and I really like it! It's an enormously good value for the money. The downsides are tornado-like wind noise at normal highway speeds, and lots and lots o' leaning in fast turns, but the engine and brakes are more than up to the task, there is tons of room inside for four full-size people, the seats are comfy, the ride is good considering the light weight and short wheelbase, and you GOTTA LOVE the shag carpet on the dash and the rippled ceiling!   I only wish they had more shag carpeting in it. Would have to get the interior light kit.   Plus the looks are one of a kind - I have seen the Soul up close now, and it is no comparison IMHO.   I don't like the CVT at all, I would have to try out a stick shift, but I might get one of these.

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