Cube in the Market
Nissan wins the oddball award, even among kooky-looking box-cars, and 28 mpg in the city is impressive. But even urban driving requires an occasional jaunt on the highway — or a road trip to see the 'rents — and here the Cube suffers, especially compared with the more substantial-feeling xB.
Another observation: Value and funky styling aside, these econoboxes give something up compared with what the same money will buy in a more conventional — if slightly pricier — car. Consider your alternatives if you're shopping one of these boxes, because the quality and refinement that's baked into $17,000 sedans like the Honda Civic, Kia Forte and Mazda3 will have you thinking twice about the Soul, xB and Cube. If car shoppers continue to crave value, these cars have robust futures. But low prices can only do so much; quality matters, too, and in the long run, I suspect all three boxes will have to make significant strides to stay competitive.
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In-cabin microfilter
The in-cabin microfilter restricts the entry of airborne
dust and pollen particles and reduces
some objectionable outside odors. The filter is
located behind the glove box. Refer to the
NISSAN ...
Engine block heater (if so equipped)
WARNING:
- Do not use your engine block heater
with an ungrounded electrical system
or a 2-pronged adapter. You can be seriously
injured by an electrical shock if
you use an ungrounded connec ...
Air flow charts
The following charts show the button and dial
positions for MAXIMUM AND QUICK heating,
cooling or defrosting. The air recirculation
button should always be in the OFF position
for heating and ...