Nissan cube priced at $13,990

Published February 11, 2009 by Zane Merva

Filed Under: Auto Shows, New Models, Pricing & Stats

Nissan’s odd little eco-box, the first production vehicle to feature asymmetrical styling, will be priced at a very attractive $13,990 and avaliable in a four different versions including the tricked out Cube Krom. We’ve got the details and photos.

Yes, we said Krom, that’s no typo. Because, what would a small funky vehicle be without an equally funky name? The Cube Krom will “add character without overwhelming the innovative cube design.” Aside from the standard cube features, which we’ll get to in a second, the Krom model offers “exclusive” exterior and interior treatments, a 3-bar chrome grill, 2-bar chrome front bumper, “fully integrated” front and rear fascias, body side sills, a unique rear spoiler and 16-inch aluminum wheels. Oh, and we can’t forget the Krom badge. It was developed by Nissan North America’s new Special Vehicles Group.

The Krom is also decked out with Bluetooth, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, special seats, an upgraded audio system complete with iPod interface, Titanium interior accents, and special interior illumination.

Now, the Krom is based on the cube 1.8S model. Nissan will also offer the 1.8, and 1.8 SL trim levels. Each will come powered by the same 1.8L 122-horsepower DOHC inline 4-cylinder engine from the Versa. Nissan projects the Krom will achieve an impressive 30mpg, despite essentially being a brick on wheels. The cube also gets a continuously variable transmission standard.

With the launch of the cube, Nissan is rolling out an extensive accessories program. Similar to Scion, cube owners will be able to trick out their vehicle with a wide range of options to fit their personality. Among the list of cube options are, a “shag dash topper”, “front door bungees”, an a 20-color changeable accent lighting kit.

The cube goes on sale this May at Nissan dealers nationwide starting at an extremely economical $13,990 for the cube 1.8 model. If you’re a big fan and would like to claim your cube early, Nissan is offering a “reserve your cube” program starting later this month.

Nissan still has not let out the full options and package pricing, but we’ll keep you in the loop when it comes over the wire.