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Nissan Cube Estate (2010-2010) review

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Parkers overall rating: 4 out of 54.0

At a glance

Price new £13,850 - £16,150
Used prices £1,590 - £3,582
Road tax cost £255
Insurance group 15
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Fuel economy Not tested to latest standards
Range 458 - 480 miles
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Available fuel types

Petrol

Pros & cons

PROS

Stands out, roomy interior, good quality, easy to drive

CONS

Styling will not appeal to everyone, excessive wind noise at speed

Written by Simon Harris Updated: 10 October 2023

Overview

Nissan’s Cube was an instant hit when it first went on sale in its native Japan, but it still took 12 years before the firm was brave enough to bring it over here. Going head to head with the ubiquitous Mini and the Kia Soul, it majors in style with its unusual boxy design. Inside, the stylistic assault continues with velour, optional shagpile mats and a rather weird circular carpet feature on the dashboard.

Under the skin the Cube is more conventional taking familiar tried-and-tested hardware from both the Micra and Note. Shorter than a Vauxhall Corsa, Nissan proves style hasn’t completely won the battle over substance by providing plenty of room for four adults.