Nissan Kubistar
A reliable, rebadged workhorse for the urban landscape.
- Power
- 82 bhp
- Top speed
- 98 mph
About the Nissan Kubistar
The Nissan Kubistar was a light commercial vehicle born from the Renault-Nissan Alliance, serving as a rebadged version of the first-generation Renault Kangoo. Launched in 2003 to replace the Vanette, it offered a compact footprint ideal for urban deliveries while benefiting from Renault's established diesel technology. The 1.5 dCi variant, particularly in its higher 82 hp output, provided a balance of fuel efficiency and sufficient torque for light-duty hauling. It was eventually succeeded by the Nissan NV200 in 2009, marking the end of Nissan's reliance on the Kangoo platform for this segment until the later NV250.
Nissan Kubistar specs
The Nissan Kubistar produces 82 bhp (61 kW) and 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) of torque. It has a top speed of 98 mph (157 km/h).
| Make | Nissan |
|---|---|
| Model | Kubistar |
| Trim | 1.5 dCi |
| Years | 2003–2009 |
| Type | Van |
| Body style | Van |
| Country | Japan |
| Engine | 1.5-litre turbocharged inline-4 diesel |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 1,461 cc (1.5 litres) |
| Induction | Turbocharged |
| Power | 82 bhp (61 kW) at 3,750 rpm |
| Torque | 200 Nm (148 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 4,500 rpm |
| Top speed | 98 mph (157 km/h) |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,145 kg (2,524 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 72 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Nissan Kubistar rarity in CarSpot
The Nissan Kubistar is a Common card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 0 out of 100. Everyday cars you can spot on almost any street. A Common card is worth 10 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Nissan Kubistar fun facts
- The Kubistar was almost identical to the Renault Kangoo, differing primarily in its front grille design and badging.
- Despite being a Nissan-branded vehicle, it was manufactured at the Renault MCA plant in Maubeuge, France.
- The 1.5 dCi engine used in the Kubistar is the K9K unit, one of the most widely produced engines in the Renault-Nissan Alliance history.