Nissan Cube vs Pontiac Vibe
The Nissan Cube is more fuel-efficient at 29 MPG combined, against 28 MPG for the Pontiac Vibe. At EPA assumptions that is about $100 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Nissan Cube | Pontiac Vibe | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 79 | 67 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Air bags |
| Crashes and fires | 4 and 1 | 9 and 0 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 51,000 miles | 48,000 miles |
| Recalls | 2 | 8 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 29 MPG | 28 MPG |
| City and highway | 27 and 31 | 26 and 31 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $2,300 | $2,400 |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 79 complaints for the Nissan Cube and 67 for the Pontiac Vibe. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
Safety recalls on file: 2 for the Nissan Cube, 8 for the Pontiac Vibe.