2012 Nissan Cube Speaker Sizes

The 2012 Nissan Cube factory audio system features the a-pillar which accommodates a 1 inch speaker size, while the front door panel and rear door panel support 6.5 inch units, and the rear accepts 8 inch speakers. Compatible types for replacement and upgrade include tweeter, midbass, full-range, and subwoofer components.

Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.

Speaker Details by Location
Location Size Type Notes
A-Pillar 1 Tweeter
  • Requires panel disassembly
  • Professional installation recommended
  • Low replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: high
Front Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • High replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low
Rear 8 Subwoofer
  • Secondary sound location
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: medium
Rear Door Panel 6.5 Midbass / Full-Range
  • Standard installation
  • Medium replacement priority
  • Replacement difficulty: low

2012 Nissan Cube Speaker Replacement Summary

4 total positions
2 easy to replace
1 high priority
1 professional only

Replacement difficulty:

Low: 2 Medium: 1 High: 1

Replacement priority:

High: 1 Medium: 2 Low: 1

2012 Nissan Cube Radio Slot Size (DIN)

DIN Type Size (inch) Size (mm) Notes
Single DIN or Double DIN 7"×2" or 7"×4" 180×50 or 180×100 Vehicle supports both radio sizes
  • Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
  • Check slot depth - it may vary

Additional Notes

  • The 2012 Nissan Cube features a four-location speaker configuration with dedicated tweeter positions in the A-pillars and larger driver positions in both front and rear door panels.
  • The A-pillar locations accommodate 1-inch tweeters, which handle high-frequency reproduction in the upper dashboard area near the windshield base.
  • Both front and rear door panels use identical 6.5-inch speakers that can accept either midbass drivers or full-range speakers depending on the desired audio system configuration.
  • A rear 8-inch subwoofer location provides low-frequency output, which may be factory-equipped or available as an upgrade point depending on the original audio package.
  • The door panel speakers represent the primary upgrade priority since they handle the majority of the audible frequency spectrum and directly impact overall sound quality.
  • Component speaker systems would utilize the existing A-pillar tweeter locations along with midbass drivers in the door panels, while coaxial full-range speakers could simplify installation by combining frequencies in the door positions.
  • The 8-inch rear subwoofer position is relatively compact compared to typical aftermarket subwoofer installations, potentially limiting low-frequency extension and output capability.
  • Upgrading the door panel speakers to higher sensitivity models could provide noticeable volume and clarity improvements without requiring additional amplification.
  • The single DIN or double DIN radio compatibility allows for head unit replacement options ranging from basic receivers to multimedia navigation systems.
  • Aftermarket tweeters in the A-pillar locations should match the impedance and sensitivity characteristics of replacement door speakers when building a component system.