2010 Nissan Cube problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2010 Nissan Cube get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2010 Nissan Cube at about 28 mpg combined (26 city / 31 highway).

Q: How much is a 2010 Nissan Cube worth?

Comparable 2010 Nissan Cube listings run roughly $4,350–$9,200, typically around $6,714 (from 65 vehicles).

2010 Nissan Cube at a glance

Safety recallsNone

Owner complaints55

Combined28 mpg

Typical price$6,714

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2010 Nissan Cube recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2010 Nissan Cube.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2010 Nissan Cube common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 55 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Electronic Stability Control (esc)

Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Nissan Cube MPG & running costs

Combined28 mpg

City26 mpg

Highway31 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$2,200

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2010 Nissan Cube worth?

Low

$4,350

Typical price

$6,714

High

$9,200

From 65 comparable 2010 Nissan Cube listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Nissan Cube costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$11,000

Fuel only$11,000

Per mile$0.15

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.