2009 Nissan Cube S

Pros: Continuous Variable Transmission (CVT) is smoother than a BMW. Predicts road sloping. Excellent pickup on acceleration. Very responsive braking. Very comfortable seating for larger people. Awesome headroom. Fits 5 people. Stereo sounds great. Cute!

Cons: The only con I can think of is that they should have made this car before I bought my $65k BMW 740IL.

Summary: Caught my eye the first time I saw it. Walked out of a highly competitive Honda dealership to test drive the Cube. Best decision I made. Felt like I was driving a ride from an amusement park. Very fun and very comfortable. On acceleration, it felt like an electric car with no shifting and no jerking. Just smooth and peppy acceleration. The stereo floods the interior with full range of sounds. Kids love the car. Small tank costs less and drives a long way at 31 mpg hwy and 27 city. Cost $17k out the door. I bought mine at Cowles Nissan from Yumei. No pressured sales, excellent price and excellent professional service. I have owned many cars ranging from classic cars to modern luxury including BMW 740IL, Lotus Esprit Bi-Turbo and Corvette. The Nissan is a pleasurable ride that satisifes the highest levels of expectation in a car with no guilt on the money spent. I have driven my 2009 Nissan Cube for 12k miles to date and have not had any issue so far. The car heater and AC are excellent with quick response. This car meets all of my expectations and more. If you are a car connoisseur, then you will not be dissapointed.