Kia Rio5 vs Nissan Cube
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2014 Nissan Cube
Overview
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Rio5 LX | 1.8 S |
| Body style | Hatchback | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2011 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $15,095 (best) | $16,900 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 36 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 11.9 gal | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 110 hp | 122 hp (best) |
| Torque | 107 lb-ft | 127 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.6 L | 1.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 49.6 cu ft | 58.1 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 860 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 2,487 lbs (best) | 2,798 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 6.1 in | 6.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 98.4 in | 99.6 in (best) |
| Length | 158.1 in (best) | 156.7 in |
| Width | 66.7 in | 66.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 65 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Rio5Rio5 LX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Rio5 | Nissan Cube |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rio5 LX $15,095 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.8 S $16,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Rio5 SX $16,395 MSRP | 1.8 S $17,900 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 1.8 SL $19,000 MSRP |