Kia Soul 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 SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LX | 1.8 S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | continuously variable-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2025 | 2014 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,490 | $16,900 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 30 MPG (best) | 27 MPG |
| City MPG | 27 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 30 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.3 gal (best) | 13.2 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Kia SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 147 hp (best) | 122 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft (best) | 127 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | 1.8 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 62.1 cu ft (best) | 58.1 cu ft |
| Payload | 1,135 lbs (best) | 860 lbs |
| Curb weight | 2,888 lbs | 2,798 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in (best) | 6.3 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in (best) | 99.6 in |
| Length | 165.2 in (best) | 156.7 in |
| Width | 70.9 in (best) | 66.7 in |
| Height | 63 in | 65 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia SoulLX | Nissan Cube1.8 S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 3 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| 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 Soul | Nissan Cube |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LX $20,490 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.8 S $16,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | S $22,990 MSRP | 1.8 S $17,900 MSRP |
| 3 | GT-Line $24,090 MSRP | 1.8 SL $19,000 MSRP |
| 4 | EX $24,790 MSRP | — |