Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 petrol description
Minivan / MPV Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 has been produced from January, 2010 to December, 2011. It has four-cylinder petrol engine with displacement of 1.6 litres, which produces power of 110 horsepower on 6000 rpm and torque 153 Nm (Newton metres) on 4400 revolutions per minute.
This 4-cylinder 16-valve engine camshaft is driven by chain (What is an engine chain and belt? ). Engine has fuel injection system without turbocharger. Engine versions compliant with Euro 4 and Euro 5 emission standards available. Average engine life expectancy (mileage before serious repairs are needed) is from 230 000 to 390 000 kilometres. Note that engine life can be longer or shorter depending on maintenance.
More engine specs
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more ...
This Nissan Cube 1.6 engine oil type is 5W-30, 5W-40 and oil capacity is 4.7 litres.
Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 has front wheel drive (FWD) and manual gearbox with 5 gears.
Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 accelerates to speed 100 kilometres per hour in 11.3 seconds. The maximum speed of this car is 175 km/h.
The fuel consumption of this Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 in combined mode (combining urban and highway driving) is 6.6 litres per 100km (15.2 km/l), fuel consumption in city - 8.3 l/100km, highway fuel economy - 5.6 l/100km. Fuel tank capacity is 52 litres or 13.74 gallons, which gives a mileage up to 780 kilometers without refueling in urban cycle and even up to 920 kilometers on highway.
According to user reviews, this Nissan real everyday fuel consumption is 7.4 litres per 100 km, which is 12% more than the manufacturer's stated. More - Real Nissan Cube fuel consumption.
Nissan Cube safety
During safety testing Nissan Cube has obtained 4 stars from five, which means good safety level.
Adults (driver and passenger) safety of Nissan Cube is evaluated with very good rate 83 from 100, children safety: average mark - 64 from 100, for pedestrian protection Nissan Cube got 56 points from 100.
Nissan Cube safety equipment has been rated as very good - 84 percents from 100.

Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 technical data
Model: | Nissan Cube 1.6 | ||
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Body style: | Minivan / MPV | ||
Production period: | 2010. January ... 2011. December | ||
Engine: | 1598 cm3 Petrol, 4 cylinders | CO2 emissions: | 151 g/km |
Power: | 110 HP ON 6000 RPM | Torque: | 153 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Gearbox: | Manual gearbox (5 gears) | Drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) |
Maximum speed: | 175 km/h | Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11.3 seconds |
Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.6 (combined) 8.3 (urban) 5.6 (highway) | ||
Real fuel consumption: | 7.4 l/100km (31.8 MPG) by user reviews from various sources | ||
Fuel tank capacity: | 52 litres (13.7 gallons) | ||
Car dimensions: | 3.98m (length) 1.70m (width) 1.67m (height) | ||
Turning diameter: | 10.2 meters | ||
Trunk capacity: | 255 litres | ||
Trunk max capacity: | 1563 litres (with rear seats folded down) | ||
Gross weight: | 1700 kg |
Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 engine HR16DE
Engine reliability and common problems:
A simple and reliable engine, not particularly demanding on fuel quality. Tends to consume more oil, may have problems starting in cold weather.Overall, this engine can last around 230,000 to 390,000 km if properly maintained, using the correct quality oil and fuel, and carrying out regular checks and maintenance.
Engine displacement | 1598 cm3 |
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Number of cylinders | 4 |
Bore (cylinder diameter) | 78 mm |
Stroke length (piston move) | 83.6 mm |
Compression ratio | 10.7 : 1 |
Camshaft drive | Timing chain Chain motors are considered more reliable, chain replacement usually is required less often than a timing belt, but they are often louder and vibrate more. More service info |
Timing chain change interval | 200,000 km (recommended) Sometimes manufacturers do not specify timing chain replacement intervals and design chains for engine life. However, once the recommended change interval has been reached, it is recommended to periodically check the condition of the chain and to change the chain if excessive stretching is detected or if unusual noises from the engine or other symptoms occur. |
Fuel system | Injection |
Nissan Cube 2008 1.6 oil type | 5W-30, 5W-40 |
Oil capacity | 4.7 litres (5 quarts) More service info |
Coolant capacity | 5.6 litres (5.9 quarts) |
Power | 105 - 120 HP ON 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 - 160 NM ON 4400 RPM |
Start of production (year) | 2005 |
Duration of production | 20 years |
Engine also used on | Nissan Qashqai Nissan Almera Nissan Juke Nissan Note Nissan Micra and 4 other models |
Generally, the use of an engine in several models and its long production run is an indication of the quality of the engine and the success of its design. |
All Nissan Cube minivan [2008 - 2019] modifications
Modification | Engine | Power | Consumption | Gearbox |
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Nissan Cube 2008 1.5 | 1.5 Petrol | 109 HP | - | |
Nissan Cube 2010 1.5 dCi Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 | 1.5 Diesel | 110 HP | 5.2 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Cube 2010 1.6
Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 Most dynamic version - 100 km/h in 11.3 seconds |
1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 6.6 l/100km | Manual (5) |
Nissan Cube 2010 1.6 Jan 2010 — Dec 2011 | 1.6 Petrol | 110 HP | 7.0 l/100km | Automatic |
Nissan Cube 2009 1.8
Jan 2009 — Dec 2014 Most powerfull petrol version (122 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 8.7 l/100km | Manual (6) |
Nissan Cube 2009 1.8
Jan 2009 — Dec 2014 Most powerfull petrol version (122 HP) |
1.8 Petrol | 122 HP | 8.4 l/100km | Automatic |