Following a number of revisions for the previous model year, the 2011 enhancements are limited to the addition of a Secure Digital (SD) Card-based navigation system with 5-inch color touch screen, XM NavTraffic capability, and USB connectivity to the cube SL Preferred Package and 1.8 S Krom Edition; the addition of XM Satellite Radio on the 1.8 S Krom Edition (XM subscription required, sold separately); and one new exterior color - Golden Ginger. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Prices* (MSRP) for the 2011 Nissan cube include: Model/Transmission cube 1.8 M/T $14,290 USD cube 1.8 S M/T $15,650 USD cube 1.8 S CVT $16,650 USD cube 1.8 SL CVT $17,750 USD cube 1.8 S Krom Edition CVT $21,190 USD About the 2011 Nissan cube The front-wheel drive cube is built on Nissan's proven B-platform and is offered with a standard 122-horsepower 1.8-liter DOHC 4-cylinder engine and a choice of Nissan's advanced, smooth shifting Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) or 6-speed manual transmission. Cube's roomy interior is designed as an inviting social space for up to five passengers, with comfortable front seating and a three-position sliding, reclining theater-style rear seat. Unique interior features include asymmetrical Fine Vision gauges, "Water Drop" interior accents and detachable multi-hooks. Available cube technology includes the Nissan Intelligent Key with Push Button Ignition, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, XM Satellite Radio (XM subscription required, sold separately), RearView Monitor and Interface System for iPod. The cube also provides excellent fuel efficiency of 31 mpg Highway with the CVT transmission. For 2011, the combined fuel economy rating increases to 29 mpg (from the previous 28 mpg). The cube 1.8 S Krom Edition includes exclusive upper and lower front grilles, fully integrated front and rear bumper fascias and body side sills, rear roof spoiler, and 16-inch aluminum-alloy wheels. Cube S Krom Edition also offers a custom interior with exclusive black and gray seats, leather-wrapped steering wheel, aluminum-trimmed pedals, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, upgraded audio system with Rockford Fosgate powered subwoofer, XM Satellite Radio (XM subscription required, sold separately), RearView Monitor and navigation system with 5-inch color touch screen display. |