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Top 10 Ugliest Cars Ever Made

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  • Renee Martin
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We all know that beauty is subjective. But let’s be real; there are some cars that most folks consider flat-out hideous. Some of them make Medusa look like a supermodel. Fasten your seatbelts because we’re about to take a bumpy ride through the 10 ugliest cars in the history of the automobile industry.

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Citicar Electric Car

Does a sleek Tesla or a stylish Lucid come to mind when you think of an electric car? Well, no more because here’s an electric car that looks ugly (and that’s us being kind). We’re talking about the Sebring-Vanguard CitiCar. The car that looked like a wedge of cheese on wheels was re-introduced in 1974 during the fuel crisis. But the only thing it inspired was a crisis of design. The front slant was weirdly aggressive, and the cartoonish bug-eyed headlights would make even Pixar’s Lightning McQueen cringe.

Citicar Electric Car

And let’s talk about its power or lack thereof. With a range of 2.5 to 6 horsepower (yes, you read that right), this glorified golf cart couldn’t even keep up with a pack of snails. Top speeds were a whopping 30 to 50 mph, slower than your grandma on a Sunday drive. So, unless you want to make a statement that says, “I give up on life,” steer clear of the CitiCar.

Chevrolet HHR

If you’re looking for a car that will make people turn their heads… and not in a good way, then the Chevrolet HHR is the ride for you. This so-called “Heritage High Roof” was a nod to the 1949 Suburban. Instead, it ended up looking like a time traveler who got stuck between eras and couldn’t decide which one to belong to.  The HHR’s proportions were awkward and ungainly, which is why it’s on our ugliest car list.

Chevrolet HHR

Despite its less-than-appealing appearance, the HHR did have some good points. Its interior was so spacious that you could easily fit a whole family in there. Its fuel economy was pretty decent. But sadly, these were not enough to save it from the scrap heap of automotive history. The HHR was discontinued in 2011 due to poor sales, which shows that even a spacious interior and good fuel economy can’t make up for a face only a mother could love.

Fiat Multipla

Ah, Italy, the country that gave us Michelangelo’s David, Versace’s fashion, and Fiat’s Multipla. Wait, what? That’s right, folks. The same country that brought us stunning works of art and high-end fashion also decided to unleash the abomination known as the Fiat Multipla onto the world. The Fiat Multipla, which debuted in 1998, is arguably the ugliest car ever with its weird lumpy shape and odd headlights. 

Fiat Multipla

The shape is not the worst thing about it. Those two sets of headlights make the car look totally off-kilter with its bug-eyed gaze. But hey, at least the Multipla had three front seats, so you could cram even more people into this monstrosity. In the end, the Fiat Multipla was a reminder that even the most creative and talented people can have an off day. Or, in this case, an off decade.

BMW Isetta

The BMW Isetta proves that good things come in small, ugly packages. With its bubble shape and fridge door, it’s like a little spaceship designed for a spacefaring family of four (if they’re really small). And coming to the door, the car only has one door – in the front!

BMW Isetta

It’s like BMW took a regular car and squished it down to fit in your pocket. Or like a souped-up golf cart! Despite its rather questionable appearance, the Isetta was a big hit in Germany and beyond, with over 161,000 sold. It’s proof that you don’t have to be a looker to be loved – just ask the funny-looking cats in all those viral videos.

Nissan Cube

The Nissan Cube is another car that often makes the list of the ugliest cars of all time. The Nissan Cube is a car that looks like it was designed by someone who just discovered the square tool in Microsoft Paint. Nissan was clearly trying to go for a unique, quirky design, but they missed the mark and ended up with a car that looked like it was hit by an ugly stick.

Nissan Cube

The Cube’s wrap-around window and refrigerator door made it look more like a toy than a car. Its bold front grille inspired by a bulldog wearing shades just made it look like it was trying too hard to be cool. But despite its questionable design choices, the Cube did have its fans. People who were tired of driving boring, conventional cars were drawn to their unique shape and spacious interior. So, you know what they say, there’s a lid for every box… or, in this case, a driver for every Cube.

Pontiac Aztek

The Pontiac Aztek is the ultimate fashion faux pas when it comes to cars. It’s like the designers couldn’t decide if they wanted to make a sports car or a minivan, so they just slapped both together and called it a day. And it gets worse! The interior is clunky like they used a mix of plastic and recycled rubber to make the seats.

Pontiac Aztek

The Aztek’s performance left much to be desired. The car had a personality crisis and didn’t know whether it wanted to be fast or fuel-efficient. Spoiler alert: it was neither. The Aztek was so bad that it became a symbol of bad design in the automotive world. Ultimately, the Pontiac Aztek was a cautionary tale of what happens when you try to be too many things at once. It’s like the car was saying, “Hey, I’m a sports car! No, I’m a minivan! Wait, I’m a spaceship!” Sorry, Aztek, but you were never a spaceship. You were just an ugly car that we all tried to forget.

AMC Gremlin

When it comes to strange and ugly cars, AMC’s Gremlin takes the cake. With a name like “Gremlin,” you know it’s not going to be winning any beauty pageants. It’s like they took a classic American muscle car and a French compact hatchback, put them in a blender, and hit the “ugly” button.

AMC Gremlin

The front end is all pony car, but the rear end looks like it was hacked off with an axe or a guillotine. If you’re looking for a car that screams, “I have no taste,” the Gremlin is a perfect choice. It’s the automotive equivalent of wearing socks with sandals or a fanny pack. No wonder it’s often called the ugliest car in the world.

Nissan Juke

The Juke looks like it was designed by a confused artist trying to merge a frog, a praying mantis, and a vacuum cleaner. The Juke’s turn signals are located on the hood, making it look like the car is constantly surprised. And let’s not forget the car’s overall size; it’s so compact you can barely fit a bag of groceries in the trunk.

Nissan Juke

The Juke is a perfect example of a car that’s so bad, it’s good. People either loved or hated it, but you must admire the car’s tenacity. Despite looking like a reject from a Pokemon game, the Juke managed to sell 135,000 units in 2013. Maybe the car’s cuteness won people over, or maybe it’s just a case of “you can’t judge a book by its cover.” Either way, the Juke is definitely a car that makes it to our ugliest cars list.

Nissan S-Cargo

They tried being punny with the S-Cargo’s name (a pun on the French word for snail, “escargot’). But here’s the thing, “escargot” is a fancy European delicacy. There’s nothing fancy about this car. And the only laughs were from folks who found the design hilarious. The S-Cargo was one of four vehicles to come out of Nissan’s Pike factory, which was supposed to make stylish cars with unique designs. The S-Cargo was certainly unique… but stylish? That’s like saying Crocs are the height of fashion.

Steve Glover from Bolton, Lancs., England, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The S-Cargo was a compact cargo van with a high roof, making it perfect for deliveries and storage. But that same high roof also gave it a weird shape and landed it in the ugliest cars list. It was launched in 1989 and only lasted for two model years, probably because people realized that driving it made them look like they were delivering pizzas for a living. In total, about 8,000 units were produced, which is about 7,999 more than anyone wanted.

Aston Martin Lagonda Shooting Brake

Surprised to see an Aston Martin on the list? We are too! But if you’re thinking of cruising around town in an Aston Martin Lagonda Shooting Brake to channel your inner James Bond vibes, perish the thought. You might as well be driving a hearse because that’s how dead your style will be. TBH, the original Lagonda wasn’t exactly a beauty queen, with only 645 rolling off the production line between 1974 and 1990.

Simplexvir, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons

But then, some genius at Swiss firm Roos Engineering decided to create a custom version that took the ugliness to a whole new level – the Shooting Brake. This car is so long it makes a giraffe’s neck look short! So, steer clear of this automotive abomination unless you want to make people think you’ve buried your sense style six feet under.

Insure your car, despite its looks or maybe because of it!

Well, there you have it, folks – a list of the ugliest cars ever to hit the road. From the bizarre to the downright hideous, these cars are sure to stun (in the wrong way). But if you own one of these cars, don’t worry – it’s not all bad news. You can take comfort in knowing that however ugly your car is, you aren’t overpaying for auto insurance with Way.com. After all, you never know when your car’s looks might cause an accident. If that happens, you’ll be glad you have insurance to cover the damages. So, drive safe, even if your car isn’t winning any beauty contests.

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