<![CDATA[Jalopnik: Nissan Cube]]> http://cache.jalopnik.com/assets/base/img/thumbs140x140/jalopnik.com.png <![CDATA[Jalopnik: Nissan Cube]]> http://jalopnik.com/tag/nissan cube http://jalopnik.com/tag/nissan cube <![CDATA[Tricky Canadians Win 2009 Nissan Cube]]> Frenemy "Markie" Mark Stevenson, currently of AutoNorth, has won the Hypercube contest and a 2009 Nissan Cube for six months. He'd like to thank Jalopnik readers who crossed the border to vote for him. [AutoNorth] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5302496&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Canadian Cardboard Cube As Functional As Real Nissan]]> Nissan and cardboard engineering go hand-in-hand. This, and the desire to win a Nissan Cube, explains why this Neon has been converted into the econo box. Vote for AutoNorth here so they can battle Didorosi. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5254926&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Top Ten Auto Design Easter Eggs]]> An "Easter egg" is an intentional hidden message, in-joke or feature. We've noticed fun little buggers in the design of quite a few new vehicles. Here's our list of the ten best. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5247553&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Canadian Auto Site Threatens To Invade U.S., Jalopnik]]> Jealous of our Fiesta Movement and outraged at our frequent anti-Canada jokes, north-of-the-border auto site AutoNorth plans to invade the US in a Nissan Cube like its 1812. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5195637&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[AutoNorth Wants A Nissan Cube]]> Fiesta Movement? Too easy. AutoNorth wants a Cube Movement! [AutoNorth] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5176654&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Dan Neil Calls Nissan Cube "An Air-Hating Box Of Ugly"]]> The 2009 Nissan Cube: "air-hating box of ugly." [LATimes] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5165834&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2009 Nissan Cube: First Drive]]> The 2009 Nissan Cube was designed for me: a young, design-conscious urban dweller. It's not a car; it's a mobile lifestyle enabler. Why, then, don't I like it? More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5161601&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2009 Nissan Cube Krom Starts At $19,370, Reservations Begin Today]]> The base Nissan Cube will only cost you $13,990, but the JDM-tastic Nissan Cube Krom will MSRP for $19,370. If you want to be the first with the funky econobox Nissan is taking reservations. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5159616&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Cube To Retail For $13,990]]> The 2009 Nissan Cube will get a retail price of just $13,990 when it goes on sale this year. What do you get for $14K? More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5151079&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Gets Free Advertising In Pepsi Super Bowl Ad]]> While performing our Super Bowl car commercial watching duties we noticed a 2009 Nissan Cube in the big Pepsi advertisement. What did it cost Nissan? Nothing. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5144672&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[The Ten Small Cars Of The Future]]> Years after being promised smaller and more fuel-efficient cars the next generation of diminutive autos is finally on its way. But these new "small" cars aren't as small as you might think. In order to provide a point of comparison, we've compared the length of these cars to a Ford Super Duty Crew Cab pickup truck. At 21.8 feet long, the long-cab's one of the longest production cars in recent history. So how do the ten upcoming new small cars for North American stack up? Let's find out. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5100455&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Top Ten Reveals of the 2008 LA Auto Show]]> Over last week's LA Auto Show, we saw plenty of new models throw their hats into the bloodied arena that is the current automotive market. So put on some R.E.M. and follow us on a jog down flashback lane as we relive all of the fond old memories we've fostered together this past week. Remember when the new Lexus RX came out and we all had a good laugh because of an explosion of vanilla? How about when a Mini E showed up with that totally hot Deputy Mayor? Man, those were the good old days. Hit the jump below before we start tearing up to catch the ten most popular reveals — as judged by your eyeballs — of the show. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5094785&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2009 Nissan Cube Revealed]]> UPDATE: The 2009 Nissan Cube's price will start at $13,990 and we've even had a chance to test drive the Cube. Read our impression here. The Nissan Cube is hoping to capture the boxy chic market the Scion xB pioneered when it goes on sale in the US market next year. We think the Cube has a lot going for it. When it does arrive the funky little 2009 Nissan Cube will sport the same 1.8-liter four-cylinder engine found in the Nissan Versa, good for 122 HP and 127 lb-ft of torque. These will come mated to either Nissan's CVT transmission or a six-speed manual, for those who like to stand out in a crowd and row their own gears. Further differentiating the unique econobox from the rest of the market will be the "water drop" interior accents in the headliner and controls that give the appearance of rippling water. As with the Fit and Scion, the Cube will come loaded with features such as a sliding "sofa style" bench, remote keyless entry, an iPod-ready sound system and standard ABS. Buyers will also be treated to a host of other dealer-added accessories that could help propel the odd wagon into the hearts and homes of budget-conscious-yet-trendy buyers. Full details in the press release below. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5093250&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2010 Nissan Cube Unveiled Early]]> Tomorrow comes a day too soon in Japan as Nissan has already released a load of pictures of both the USDM and JDM Cube, which is to be "unveiled" tomorrow at the LA Auto Show. This eccentric little box is vying for the same niche as the polarizing Scion xB. Japanese Cubes are powered by a 107 Horsepower, 109 lb-feet Torque 1.5L fourbanger fitted to a CVT transmission. Drive setups include front and all-wheel drive. The configurations coming to the States currently remains unknown. Check back tomorrow for the official US specifications and more photos as they roll in from our guys in the City of Angels. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5092651&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[2010 Nissan Cube Gets Accidental Unveil On Japanese Transport Truck]]> The 2010 Nissan Cube, bound for US sales and an LA Auto Show unveil tomorrow, has been revealed in these pictures of a car transit to somewhere in Japan posted on the Motive Mag forum. The new Cube retains its asymmetrical look while at the same time managing to look a bit sleeker than its predecessor. The grille shrinks a bit and the headlights get a more high tech look. The roof goes from pure flat to a slight curve and the rear of the vehicle retains the same backwards "S" sweeping across the glass from the rear door. We'll be looking for more details tomorrow at the official unveil, but enjoy these pics for now and wait in anticipation for the pending angry washing machine van wars to come.
[Newcar-Network via TTAC via MotiveMag] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5092001&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Cube USA Website Goes Live Complete With "Free" T-Shirt Offer]]> The preview website for the US-bound Nissan Cube has gone live, complete with a 2010 Ford Mustang-esque long-lead countdown timer. Ninety days out from the LA Auto Show reveal, the website gives us a peek at the Cube's marketing direction, which seems to be a second-year art-school student's wet dream. It's stacked deep with snappy animations, confusing artistic movies, overexposed images and a link to every known social media widget we've ever seen. But what about that free T-shirt? More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=5039416&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Popular Mechanics Drives The Nissan EV-02 Electric Cube]]> We've told you about Nissan's new electric concepts. Now the trendy technicians over at Popular Mechanics have actually flown to Japan to drive the electrified Nissan Cube, the EV-02, and lived to tell the story. The lithium-ion battery-powered box on wheels is said to be just the start of Nissan's big li'l electric vehicle efforts, but how does current concept impress? [Popular Mechanics] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=400028&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Reveals Hybrid G35 Prototype, All-Electric System, Upgraded Fuel Cell Stack]]> Nissan yesterday unveiled prototypes for both a new all-electric powertrain vehicle as well as the first pictures of a prototype hybrid powertrain built on an Infiniti G35. Both systems would be run off a new lithium-ion battery pack system. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=399942&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Not-Available-Here Econobox Shootout: 500 Vs. Hornet Vs. Cube]]> We're all now apparently destined to give up our delightful gas-guzzling luxury boats (again) and dump our super-sized SUVs in favor of wearably small fuel sippers. It seems, thanks to news yesterday that the Dodge Hornet's still in the mix and planning to head stateside, that at least a few automakers are trying to make them interesting, or are at least making them look interesting. Unfortunately none of them are yet here. But of these unbuyable-here (and in a couple of cases, anywhere) econoboxes, we're wondering which ones you're most interested in — hit the jump. More »
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]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=390828&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Cube Coming To US, Electric Version Still A Concept]]> The Nissan Denki Cube Concept is something you've probably already seen. In fact, you probably saw it this morning when we caught the electric Nissan Cube sunning itself in advance of its press conference. What did we learn at the press conference? Fleet-use electric vehicles by 2010 and commercial vehicles by 2012. The big news is that the LA Auto Show this fall will see the introduction of the next generation Cube for the North American market. Press release, pictures of the Denki Cube and shots of two rather unfortunately customized Cubes below. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=370602&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Denki Cube Captured Before Press Event]]> Those press event rehearsals are always causing trouble as us bothersome bloggers just want to see the shiny, so we don't miss a beat. We heard about the Nissan Denki Cube Concept at the last minute, and today we see it with our own one lens. The all-electric anti-symmetry Nissan is outfitted with a trick hidden "fuel door" and the loudest yellow interior you've ever seen. Tweety would feel pale in there. Anyway, we'll bring you more information on the dinky Denki when the event comes around for reals. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=369575&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan To Unveil All Electric Denki Cube At New York Auto Show]]> Nissan is planning on sticking a finger in the eye of every fuel cell and hybrid toting automaker at next weeks' New York Auto Show when they unveil the Nissan Denki Cube. The all-electric Denki is named for the Japanese word for electric and will be trumping the other manufacturers in its earth friendly marketing campaigning. Nissan has already claimed they will bring an EV to market by 2010 and if the Cube is the candidate, we'll welcome it. The ones we saw while abroad during the Tokyo Auto Show were cool as hell and we wouldn't mind seeing something like them stateside, even if they are silent and don't burn dinosaur juice. [via Financial Times of London] More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=368917&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Cube-ism: Automobile Meets Art]]> Turns out Mr. Jeff Winterberg, despite the "murky details," was right about the Nissan Cubes at Pratt. Nissan is having design students hack on the interiors and then present the results at the NY Auto Show in April. But, what he had no way of knowing about was that the Brooks Institute film school in Santa Barbara, CA also has two of the rolling boxes. Why? To "intemperate and communicate the essence of the vehicle," of course. When we were in school we were only asked to intemperate and communicate the essence of Jungian archetypes vis-a-vis Freud's analytical methods while fighting hangovers. Sigh... Full press release from Nissan after the jump. More »
]]> http://jalopnik.com/index.php?op=postcommentfeed&postId=329322&view=rss&microfeed=true <![CDATA[Nissan Cubes in NYC with CA Plates]]> Pssst. You want to know why we love our readers?
In May of 2006 I was at a rest stop off the highway somewhere in between Nagoya and Tokyo, feeding 100 yen coins into a vending machine, trying to get a little die-cast Nissan Cube. It took three or four tries and I still have a few Toyota Vitz (Yaris to you and me) models to prove it. I was so taken with the looks of the Cube that I decided I couldn't leave Japan without at least a tiny, questionably rendered facsimile of one. You can guess my unbridled joy at the news Nissan would be bringing them to the states in 2008.
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