Pontiac Aztek
Is the Pontiac Aztek all bad? Nope — it's got a spacious interior and offers decent performances. But the positives don't register with most people. And it's easy to understand why. The Aztek is something of a running joke thanks to its hideous body. Few cars can match its infamy.
Renault Vel Satis
Here's a word of advice — don't leave any mirrors around the Renault Vel Satis. They're likely to shatter! This motor is shockingly ugly. HotCars went so far as to label it the "Hatchback of Notre Dame." Ouch. Although the Vel Satis does have some positives, people just can't get past its appearance. Nobody likes it. And as we're about to discover on this list, it's got good company...
Nissan Leaf
The Nissan Leaf is certainly eco-friendly. But does it have many human friends right now? The signs aren't great, if we're being honest! Despite boasting a decent range, this EV gets a lot of flack for its claustrophobic interior and questionable look. Some describe its stylings as a knock-off of the Toyota Prius. Would you agree with that?
Isuzu VehiCross
Do you often find yourself staring at the Isuzu VehiCross in a state of bafflement? Us too! This thing is so bizarre. Its shape raises a bunch of questions. "Why?" being the most pertinent. And its size? That's another weird decision on Isuzu's part. It's an easy motor to hate, folks.
Volkswagen Type 181
The Volkswagen Type 181 is an eye-catching vehicle — for all the wrong reasons! Seriously, it looks like a cruising convertible crossed with a tank. Has anyone asked for that combo? Ever? It's no surprise that folks aren't lining up to praise this thing. Is our next entry in the same boat?
Subaru Tribeca
The Subaru Tribeca does have some plus points. Its five-speed automatic transmission is decent and the all-wheel drive setup doesn't disappoint. But that body? Ugh! Although it takes inspiration from the Forester and the Outback, the Tribeca's exterior turns a lot of people off. Such a shame, right?
Nissan S-Cargo
Can someone please explain to us what Nissan were thinking here? Anyone?! The S-Cargo might be the ugliest vehicle ever created. It's certainly in the conversation at the very least. Who wants to drive a car that looks like a snail? We'd rather walk! Our next entry isn't much better, either...
Hyundai Tiburon
A decent fuel economy and comfortable seats can't save the Hyundai Tiburon. This motor doesn't have many fans for several reasons. The base engine is painfully slow — it takes about nine seconds to reach 60 mph. The lack of torque is another sticking point. Sounds like a recipe for dull performances!
Infiniti QX80
Slick? No. Smooth? No. Practical? Gosh no! The Infiniti QX80 fails to tick many boxes on the appearance front. It's far too bulky for its own good. Folks find it very tough to maneuver on tighter roads. And parking it? Good luck. The spaces have to be huge.
Citroen Ami 6
The Citroen Ami 6 is a real head-scratcher. Its front-end and rear-end don't go together at all — they look like they belong to different vehicles. Is it meant to be a sports car? A station wagon? Beats us! People still aren't sure what to make of this thing.
AMC Matador
The AMC Matador? More like the AMC Bull in a China Shop! This muscle car has some ludricous proportions that make it a nightmare to control. The lengthy body? The bulky front-end? Oh boy. It's not a shock that people struggle to love it. What do you guys think?
Nissan Cube
The Nissan Cube needs far more than a good fuel economy and a comfortable drive to make up for that exterior. To call it boxy feels like an understatement! Some say that it resembles a storage unit on wheels. And it's hard to disagree. Does anyone like it?
Chrysler LeBaron
Can something be a commercial success and widely hated at the same time? Well, say hello to the Chrysler LeBaron. It certainly fits the bill! Despite racking up plenty of sales for Chrysler, the car was derided for its iffy design, questionable build quality, and poor performances. Quite the trifecta.
Jeep Compass
Is the Jeep Compass a complete washout? No way. The vehicle's six-speed automatic transmission deserves praise, while its fuel economy is fantastic by Jeep standards. So why does it get so much hate? Well, it doesn't make for a particularly comfortable ride, the interior quality is poor, and performances could be better.
GMC Terrain
The GMC Terrain looks like the unholy offspring of a Pontiac Aztek and a Jeep Compass. What an unfortunate mix! It's weirdly shaped — and that's putting it kindly. The wheels are an odd addition as well. They don't seem to match the vehicle. Would you buy one? We didn't think so...
Fiat Multipla
For a lot of car enthusiasts, the Fiat Multipla would look more at home under a bridge than sitting on a driveway. It's hideous! Where do we even start with this thing? The hood is comically small, especially when paired with a giant windshield. And the curved rear window? Why?!
Toyota Yaris Verso
Is it just us, or does the Toyota Yaris Verso bear a striking resemblance to both the Nissan Cube and S-Cargo? What a bizarre design choice! It's a shame really — the motor itself is quite decent. It's fast, safe, and offers a bunch of legroom.
Chrysler PT Cruiser
Hands up if you expected to see the Chrysler PT Cruiser here. Well, we're glad we didn't disappoint. Visually, this car is so difficult to like. Who thought it should resemble an old slipper? To call it baffling doesn't do it justice, folks. And the wood-paneling sides on some models? What's going on there!
Acura ZDX
The Acura ZDX is a proper oddity. It's boxy yet curvy and sports a distractingly-long front-end. But the problems don't end there, folks. The car's driving position is very uncomfortable, while software glitches plague the interior. The overall paint quality is a big concern, too. Yikes! The haters might have a point here.
Overland OctoAuto
Be honest with us — the Overland OctoAuto is the strangest vehicle you've ever seen, right? It's insane! This monster from 1911 had eight wheels, measured 20 feet in length, and could only seat four passengers. Sounds like overkill to us. No one bought it back then, which is pretty telling.
Renault Dauphine
Ah, the Renault Dauphine. What a shocker this thing was! It was incredibly frail, rusting at the mere sight of moisture. And its performances? They were terrible — with a capital T. Some drivers found that it would take over 30 seconds to reach 60 mph. Sheesh.
Ford Edsel
What better time to release a gas-guzzling, expensive motor than in the middle of a recession? That's exactly what happened with the Ford Edsel in 1958. And boy, did people go to town on it. Alongside bad sales, the car was ripped to pieces for its unique appearance.
Lotus Elite
Fiberglass bodies are supposed to be tough, right? So what happened with the 1958 Lotus Elite? Well, the material wasn't reinforced, so it struggled to handle any kind of strain. The car's suspension mounts were known to tear through it like tissue paper. That sounds like a nightmare!
Amphicar
What's not to like about the Amphicar? Quite a bit, actually! It sucked as a car on the road and wasn't much better in the water as a boat. A top speed of 7 mph? You could probably swim faster. And given that the Amphicar was prone to leaks, unexpected swims weren't off the table.
AMC Gremlin
With a name like that, the AMC Gremlin was already at a disadvantage. Who'd want to drive it? But that was the least of the car's concerns. Its bizarre look put a lot of people off, while the bad handling and horrible performances angered those who did buy one.
Triumph Stag
The Stag was anything but a triumph. To put it bluntly, it was a disaster! The car's 3.0-liter V8 engine had a laundry-list of issues. We're talking broken timing chains, seized main bearings, warped aluminum heads. And the water pump? Boy was it problematic.
Ford Pinto
Why do car enthusiasts give the Ford Pinto such a hard time? It can't be that bad, right? Well, you'd be surprised! It's arguably the most unsafe vehicle on this entire list. The Pinto had a very nasty habit of bursting into flames following the most minor of rear-end collisions.
Bricklin SV1
The Bricklin SV1 has a very strange appearance. We have so many questions about that hood design! But that's not the only reason why folks hate it. Despite housing a V8 engine, this car is also exceptionally slow. Its weighty body carries the blame there.
Triumph TR7
It wasn't much of a challenge to dislike the Triumph TR7 back in the day. Nothing seemed to go right with it. The timing chains, carburetors, oil pumps, and water pumps were troublesome, to say the least. On top of that, the roof leaked and the pop-up headlights didn't...you know...pop up.
Trabant
Does anyone here like the Trabant? No? Well, we can't say we're surprised. This car is pretty awful! It's underpowered in the extreme, producing just 18 horsepower. Oof. The turn signals and brake lights are also impossible to see on the road.
Chevrolet Chevette
Poor build quality? Check. A crude, ugly design? Check. An underpowered engine? You bet! Yep, the Chevrolet Chevette ticks so many unwanted boxes. Who wants to drive a rickety vehicle that just about surpasses 50 horsepower on the road?
AMC Pacer
While Wayne's World gave it a new lease of life, the AMC Pacer is still seen as an ugly car by the masses. That feeling was further cemented when Hagerty Insurance ran a poll a few years ago, asking for the worst vehicle design ever. You can probably guess who won it!
Ferrari Mondial 8
The Mondial 8 was an infamous failure on Ferrari's part. It was far too bulky, leading to some incredibly disappointing performances. And the on-board electronics? Oh boy, were they bad. Those wires felt like ticking time bombs.
DeLorean DMC-12
The Back to the Future trilogy does a lot of heavy lifting when it comes to the DeLorean DMC-12. Because let's face it, folks — this car sucks! It's heavy and ridiculously underpowered. Other than its admittedly cool design, there's not much else to like.
Cadillac Cimarron
Bad performances. A terrible interior. Insultingly high prices! Yes, the Cadillac Cimarron was guilty of all three. Nobody liked this rebadged disaster. It wouldn't be a stretch to suggest that it tarnished Cadillac's reputation back in the '80s.
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