There is an opinion that the domestic auto industry simply by definition cannot produce high-quality products, so it is not at all surprising that those who have the means are much more willing to choose foreign cars.
Moreover, interest in the latter drops even when it turns out that the assembly is carried out at some Russian plant, even if this has the most favorable effect on the cost of the car.
No proprietary technologies
It even becomes somehow insulting, because such a power, a leader in industrialization in the past, cannot be able to make cars... But no matter how regrettable it may sound, even the most ardent patriots are forced to admit that the domestic automotive industry is limping on both legs, which has at least three explanations.
Many experts explain the low quality of Russian cars produced by their zero competitiveness, because if a car enthusiast has 300 thousand, then it is quite logical that he will spend it on some budget Hyundai, and not on a brand new Lada, just off the assembly line.
Subsidies also play an important role in this issue, because it is no secret that today the Russian auto industry is completely supported by government injections, and its new lines like Marusya and E-mobile are just PR campaigns.
But not only this moment deals an irreparable blow to this area of production, because in Russia there are still no proprietary technologies, the practical application of which could contribute to the growth of competitiveness.
In fact, today not a single working unit is produced on the territory of the main allied heir, while the purchase of engines, transmissions and other components is fraught with an increase in the cost of finished products.
Fear and Loathing on the Road: 13 Most Unattractive Cars
Showing the product face is an important task for anyone who is going to sell their products. In the automotive industry, this is an even more serious issue, since it is often the impression of a car's exterior that can influence the decision to buy or not buy it. That’s why automakers first make bright concept cars, and for the series, even if they simplify the appearance of the car, they still try to make it more or less similar to the prototype.
Another thing is that for some reason this is not always possible, and machines are born that can cause bewilderment, or even horror. And we are not talking about Pontiac Aztek, SsangYong Rodius or Fiat Multipla, which are consistently included in the ratings of the ugliest cars. Believe me, there are cars (fortunately, not all of them have become serial), against the background of which the three listed above will seem like a standard of beauty. So, 13 of the most, to put it mildly, unattractive cars.
AMC Gremlin/AMC Pacer
American Motors Corporation has released two models whose design is questionable. Pacer and Gremlin had fairly compact dimensions and a very extravagant appearance, which was largely the reason that the cars went down in the history of the world automotive industry not because of their technical features, but solely because of their dubious aesthetics.
Aston Martin Lagonda
The wedge-shaped style of the sedan, which was released by a brand that had previously specialized exclusively in two-door sports cars, contrasted sharply with all the other models on the market. The extreme interpretation of the “folded sheet of paper” concept did not gain fame. Unfortunately, the advanced electronics and technical solutions were just as crude, which, coupled with the unusual exterior, predetermined the fate of this car.
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Bufori Geneva
There's nothing scarier than Asian businessmen's modern interpretation of classic cars from the early 20th century. A specific taste, multiplied by enough money to launch projects into production, gives birth to cars like this. And even rich equipment cannot save the sedan from the status of one of the ugliest cars in the world.
Citroen Ami 6
French brands have always been generous with unusual cars, one of which was the budget sedan. The car sold almost two million units and even survived a generation change - this is a rare case when even a rather unusual design did not spoil the consumer qualities of the car and did not scare away the client audience.
Edsel Corsair
The brand created by Ford did not gain much market fame, but it went down in history as the creator of one of the ugliest cars. In principle, any model of the brand could take the place of the Corsair, because they all carried a branded radiator grille, which was compared to both a toilet and female genital organs... Naturally, such associations were enough for buyers to turn away from the brand.
Lamborghini Veneno
Created for the 50th anniversary of the brand, the supercar featured a very unusual design by the company's standards. While all models from Sant'Agata Bolognese traditionally had a very laconic appearance, the new coupe and roadster were overloaded with numerous small details and deserved a place in the list of cars with a specific appearance.
Mansory (any project)
The tuning studio does not make its own cars, but it actively modifies cars of other brands. At the same time, the projects turn out to be extremely specific both in terms of color combinations and in terms of aesthetics. The company's specialists manage to ruin even the most stylish car, turning, for example, the elegant Rolls-Royce Cullinan into something caricatured or the stylish Mercedes-Benz SLS 63 AMG in Mansory Cormeum (in the title photo) with a monstrous body kit and headlights a la the Ferrari 599 GTB Fiorano.
Marcos Mantis
There are a lot of powerful and beautiful cars in the UK, but the brainchild of Marcos Engineering - the Marcos Mantis of the 1970s - is not one of the aesthetically pleasing cars. Rather, the sports car resembles a child's drawing brought to reality. However, the sports car of the same name from the 1990s is not much prettier than its “ancestor”.
McLaren Senna
When efficiency trumps showmanship, cars like this emerge. Fast and incredibly good on the race track, the supercar looks, let’s say delicately, not very attractive for one reason only - aesthetics were sacrificed for aerodynamics and the opportunity to shine in dynamics rather than statically.
Nissan S-Cargo
When the Japanese take on the task of styling modern cars as retro models, the result is either the Mitsuoka Motors model range or the presented van. With its car, the brand decided to pay tribute to the French Citroen 2CV Fourgonnette, but the prototype, unlike the imitator, at least had logical explanations for its unsightly appearance...
Sbarro ES-13 Fleche Rouge
Sometimes it's good that prototypes remain prototypes. However, the Swiss company has never been known as the creators of ordinary and undisputed machines from the point of view of design. Although with this concept car the design studio has perhaps surpassed even itself in terms of the strikingness of the exterior.
Suzuki X-90
If you think that a convertible crossover is an invention of modern marketers, then you are mistaken. In the 90s there were already representatives of this segment of models and they were not always attractive. The scanty and inharmonious car is deservedly one of the most unaesthetic models in history.
Tesla Cybertruck
The most sensational car of recent years, if not the 21st century in general. Elon Musk's outrageous electric pickup truck is just getting ready for mass production and it is not yet clear what the appearance of commercial vehicles will be, but the concept car can rightfully be called one of the ugliest cars of our time.
Naturally, the above list is very subjective, because everyone evaluates style and aesthetics from their own positions. Therefore, if you think some of the 13 cars listed are beautiful, that’s normal. And it’s no less normal if those models that we haven’t mentioned are ugly for you - share them in the comments.
Low paid labor of workers and engineers
As in any other industry, wages are of great importance, and everyone knows that the auto industry is not a place where you can make good money, despite the fact that this sad prospect opens up not only for ordinary workers, but also for engineers.
And what is most upsetting is that despite the high incomes provided by the government, these profits are not spent on increasing salaries, but on all sorts of nonsense such as advertising campaigns, and we should not forget about the horrific corruption.
Nissan Juke
Perhaps this is one of the most controversial design decisions of our time. Whatever they called the Japanese “fresh” 2010 release! He is both beautiful and terrible at the same time. Some praise the futuristic appearance and are touched by it, others still do not understand how “this” can be liked at all.
And if you can still put up with the appearance, then you will dream about the terrible interior for the rest of your days. Red (or yellow, blue) glossy plastic looks childish and inappropriate. The central tunnel in the shape of a motorcycle body adds even more ugliness.
Some will say: “Yes, this is sporty, fashionable, youthful!” But I will disappoint you. Of the 1,600 cars from the secondary market, 1,400 are available with a CVT and a 1.6 liter engine with 117 horsepower. The “sports car” accelerates in as much as 11.5 seconds! Like our Priora. And it costs a million for the 2020 release.
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Ssang Yong Rodius – 2004
This car is another contender for the title of "ugliest car in the world today." As always, the developers were puzzled by the goal of creating something unlike previous models with a spacious interior. The Korean manufacturer planned to release a modern, spacious SUV, which critics later nicknamed “Urodius”.
Initially, it was decided to take the design of ocean-going yachts as a basis, but the owners of these vessels claim that there is no slightest similarity between this car and shipping transport. On the contrary, such an appearance only causes ridicule because of the attached parts that are intended to decorate a foreign car. Car owners believe that when looking at this “masterpiece” of the automotive industry, even the thought of the luxury of a yacht does not appear. A black foreign car looks more like a hearse.
If you take a closer look at all these vehicles, which are among the top ugliest cars and have an unsightly appearance, you feel sorry for the designers who have done a lot of work. After all, their main goal was to change the design for the better and improve the appearance characteristics. The good news is that some of these samples still gained popularity, at least in their homeland.
Bond Bug – 1970-1974
The predecessor of the previous car, the Bond Bug, was created specifically for one of the series of the famous Bond series. It was produced for 4 years, starting in 1970. Its distinctive feature is only 3 wheels (engineers don’t skimp on anything). At the time of release, it was positioned as a sports car. However, as a result of crash tests, it showed too low a level of safety, so the car cannot be classified as a sports car even with a stretch.
The Reliant chassis was used as the basis during the creation of the foreign car. This car is an example of the fact that even an ugly appearance cannot prevent the popularization of innovations, because in its homeland in England the Bond bug was in great demand. Even today, the drive of such a model along the main street causes a stir among many car enthusiasts.
Positive characteristics include the ability to reach a maximum speed of 126 km/h and a durable plastic body. Many compared this car to an ugly duckling. However, over 4 years of production, manufacturers were able to sell more than 2,300 copies.
Jeep Cherokee
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Yes, yes, my little classic lovers, this is it - the famous Jeep Cherokee! Still don't want to believe your eyes? And you're doing it right! All their lives, the Jeep brand has sold cars that have a tough and combative appearance - the same ones that made the brand name a household name in the vastness of our homeland. Large and angular, heavy and passable - in a word, cars for real men. This same version is like two peas in a pod to those same SUVs that true lovers of conquering wild spaces contemptuously call “SUVs” - pathetic parodies of SUVs, suitable only for housewives who want to feel cool. At the same time, the car’s performance is quite good: 271 horsepower, six-cylinder V-6 engine, nine gears, including downshifts, maximum speed - 192 km/h. Nothing bad... until you remember it's a Jeep Cherokee. Previously, the word “adventure” seemed to be written on these machines in large letters. But now it is better suited for traveling from the office to the fitness room, letting others know that its owner is quite successful in life.
Seven VAZ-2107
In second place is the brainchild of our dear AvtoVAZ VAZ-2107. It is ranked second because it is a creation of hell. You can endlessly pour money into it, but it will still break. Disgusting build quality, disgusting passive safety, handling, dynamics, comfort.
What could be good about this car? Good price, it's inexpensive, it was cheap in its time. The Soviet rear-wheel drive car Lada VAZ-2107 is one of the last classic VAZ cars. It is a luxury version of the Lada VAZ-2105 model, which originates from Fiat.
This is one of the most popular rally cars in Hungary, and also takes part in many races in Russia. Lada 2107 is not only a classically suitable model, but also quite shock-resistant. Also, the seven is one of the most popular cars for tuning, due to the fact that the car is cheap and breaks down often. At the same time, an obvious bonus is ease of repair.
Instead of incurring heavy service costs, all you need to do is sit in the garage with your tools. No matter what the evil tongues who voted for this car as bad may say, the Lada 2107 will forever remain in our hearts as the most Russian car.
Cherry Juggy
In fifth place is such a disgusting car as Chery Jaggi QQ6. This is a Chinese monster that has a disgusting design and even poor passive safety.
People don't trust China, which is probably why it's in fifth place. Four-door sedan manufactured in China. The car is extremely inconvenient for tall people due to the small range of seat adjustments and the lack of steering wheel adjustment.
In addition, Chery Jaggi has obvious problems with the quality of materials, which is not strange, considering the country of the manufacturer. Poor design and average load capacity, only 275 kg. There is a specific smell in the cabin, and it is intended for Asians. Mid-size rear passengers bang their heads on the ceiling. Such comments are left by users for this car. But, it is not so terrible from the point of view of the design solution, although it is unusual for the European eye.
Toyota Yaris Verso
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Toyota Yaris could never boast of any external data or any other unique indicators, and experts treated it, as usually happens in such cases, with offensive indifference. Now Toyota has made a second, very unsuccessful attempt: the Yaris Verso, which has become noticeably longer than its predecessor, is something like a mini-minivan, which, moreover, is not capable of accelerating faster than 165 km/h. 86 horsepower for such a barn! In general, no skin, no face, as they said in Russian villages - that is, no beauty, no power. Increasing the height and length added little: the same ugly car, just a more expansive view. What could be stupider than making a minivan out of an ugly car? Don't try to change anything in the process, that's what!
Fiat Multipla
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The name of this Fiat model seems to hint that the creators tried to rivet together several completely different car models and see how this hybrid resemblance of a car would turn out. The recipe turned out to be simple: we take the lower part of the minivan, put on top an ugly likeness of the world-famous “dad car” - and we get a small and ugly little animal, in which, it seems, nothing can be fixed. It is difficult to say what dictated such a strange creative attempt. Perhaps the creators wanted to modernize the traditional miniature and economical Fiat, giving it the traditional features of the car of the future for today's car market - with fiberglass contours and wide windows. The result, alas, was only a small monster. It seems that the creators themselves understood this: from the first versions, each car came with a standard sticker on the rear window with the inscription: “Wait, you haven’t seen me from the front yet!” It’s not clear what looks stupider: the unfortunate Fiat Multipla, which turned out to be quite a spacious and practical family car inside, or the developers themselves, who realized all the senseless ugliness of their product and put it into production anyway.
Mini Rocketman
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Sir Elton John would probably be offended if he found out that the title of one of his songs was assigned to this little, um... micro machine. Fortunately, it is still in the concept car stage, and probably the owners of the Mini brand are starting to think that it will not see success on the market. True, they have been thinking about this for several years. The one and a half liter engine, however, promises huge fuel savings. Perhaps the developers believe that it will be popular among fans of city driving in traffic jams due to its agility and ease of parking - after all, it will take up barely half a standard parking space. The speed of the new car is still unknown, but it would be better if it were higher than that of a moped - then there is a chance that some of the eccentric townspeople will want to own it - at least in order not to fork out for a garage, and, if necessary, load up the car on your shoulder and carry it under the stairs in the entrance.
KIA Soul
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It seems to us that the cars of the future should be aerodynamic, beautiful and streamlined, and also spacious enough to make us comfortable and cozy. (some men dream of seeing something similar, with only slight differences, in a woman). Well, in today's KIA Soul - a car fresh enough to be considered a prototype for future models - everything is quite the opposite. In shape it is an ordinary intricately painted box with a steering wheel and wheels. Angular, without any intricate contours, without individual technical solutions. Perhaps its main advantage is that it is really quite spacious. But in the absence of others, it is unlikely that anyone will want to climb into it. This car has a 1.6-liter four-cylinder Inline4 engine with a capacity of 130 horsepower, its front part resembles a Mini, and its rear is a hatchback that suddenly stopped hunching over and proudly straightened its back. However, one good word can still be said here: in terms of gasoline consumption, this strange-looking car is very economical. If this is enough for you, take it!
Edsel Corsair - 1958
The budget invested in the development of this car amounted to several million dollars. These funds were spent by the owners of the famous Ford company. Unfortunately, all efforts went to waste. After the vehicle left the assembly line, the demand for it turned out to be so low that it was clear without any marketing research that the design did not impress car enthusiasts.
The car received this name in honor of the son of one of the company’s founders. Many drivers claim that upon closer examination, it becomes noticeable how much the car looks like a monster that has absolutely no emotions. To the company's credit, it must be said that high-quality interior finishing was performed. However, this did not help increase car sales. Therefore, EDSEL CORSAIR lasted no more than a year. This model, no less than others, has earned the title of “the ugliest car of all time.”
Honda Element
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Looking at this photo, you won’t immediately realize that this spacious box with a couch and for some reason four wheels attached to the bottom is, in fact, a car. Yes, yes, this strange piece of space, surrounded by fiberglass and paint, with several light bulbs embedded in it and a four-cylinder VTEC engine, is quite capable of moving! True, not too great. The car weighs one and a half tons and accelerates to only 172 km/h. Experts say that this slow-moving car is popular all over the world, especially among women. It’s hard to say why they decided to offend women like that, but you can try: finding the right segment of drivers for this strange car is a real problem, and experts need to at least generalize something! In summary, if you're looking for a surprisingly heavy box on wheels with the aerodynamics of a brick barn, then the Honda Element is your choice! What's not clear is whether Auto Trader is incredibly insulting and sexist, or if they think
