The Cube's competitors just aren't quite as, ehem, cubic as this little Nissan.
The Scion xD has similar sizing, but with a smaller rear seat and cargo area.
The current xB feels smaller inside than the Cube, despite being a larger vehicle.
It's a better driver on the highways, but its fuel economy isn't as good.
The Kia Soul is probably the best alternative, especially for people who enjoy driving; it handles wells and gets better gas mileage.
However, it's less refined inside.
If you're willing to spend a bit more, the MINI Cooper Clubman also makes for a quirky alternative, but again, options make its price rocket in a hurry.
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The 2014 Nissan Cube is a boxy fashion statement that puts an emphasis on style, but at the expense of some practicality. |
Compared to the Toyota Prius, the 2014 Ford C-Max Hybrid and C-Max Energi provide more driving enjoyment as well as a more comfortable, stylish interior -- even if they don't quite measure up in real-world fuel efficiency. |
The 2014 Kia Soul doesn’t stray from its iconic profile, but it dons more sophistication inside and underneath—with fewer compromises and all in the name of city-friendly, tall-wagon goodness. |
The 2014 MINI Cooper is a fun, smart, and practical way to get around, without giving up its sporty, quirky side. |
Sadly, the 2014 Scion xD is less fun to drive than to look at, though it's spacious for its size. |
Call it fashionable or not; the 2013 Scion xB offers box-on-wheels versatility, easy maneuverability, and a strong list of features, all at a very affordable price. |
| MSRP From | |||||
| $16,900 | $24,170 | $14,900 | $19,950 | $15,920 | $16,970 |
| Gas Mileage | |||||
| 25 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 40 MPG City / 36 MPG Hwy | 23 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 24 MPG City / 40 MPG Hwy | 27 MPG City / 33 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy |
| Engine | |||||
| Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas/Electric I-4 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-3 | Regular Unleaded I-4 | Gas I4 |
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| Small Station Wagon | Large Cars | Small Station Wagon | Minicompact Cars | Subcompact Cars | Small Station Wagon |
| Style Name | |||||
| 5-Door Wagon Manual S | 5-Door HB SE | 5-Door Wagon Manual Base | 2-Door Coupe | 5-Door HB Manual (GS) | 5-Door Wagon Manual (GS) |
| Drivetrain | |||||
| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Passenger Capacity | |||||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Doors | |||||
| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Body Style | |||||
| Wagon | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Hatchback | Wagon |
| Transmission | |||||
| Manual w/OD | CVT w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual |
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| 2014 Nissan Cube vs. 2014 Ford C-Max | 2014 Nissan Cube vs. 2014 Kia Soul | 2014 Nissan Cube vs. 2014 MINI Cooper | 2014 Nissan Cube vs. 2014 Scion xD | 2014 Nissan Cube vs. 2013 Scion xB | |
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