They say beauty is in the eye of the beholder—but when it comes to car design, some creations just leave us scratching our heads. Welcome to the lineup of modern cars with looks so bold, they’re downright baffling. These cars dared to stand out… but not always in the best way. 

A Bold Take on Blandness

Forget flair; the 2022 Chevrolet Spark embraced boxy angles without much excitement. Despite being affordable, this compact car lacked standout charm and earned more yawns than stares. Built for practicality, it skimped on personality, leaving it lost among trendier options.

The Return of Unusual Angles

Angles can be edgy, but the 2021 Nissan Juke took it to an extreme. With sharp lines that seemed more avant-garde than practical, this model looked ready to tackle a design museum. For some, it was bold; for others, just a bit off-kilter.

More Chrome, Less Class

Less would have been more in the 2023 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. Jeep aimed for luxury but went heavy on the chrome, which felt more like a disco ball than a dignified SUV. Sure, it shines—but maybe too much for comfort.

Too Futuristic for Its Own Good

The 2022 Toyota Mirai rolled out looking like it had time-traveled from a sci-fi set. Built with clean fuel in mind, the design was anything but clean—its futuristic styling confused more than it inspired. Sometimes, being too far ahead just loses the crowd.

Overly Boxy with Little Functionality

Boxy can be iconic, but the 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB overdid it. While practical, it looked more like a storage unit on wheels than a sleek Mercedes. The GLB brought functionality but at the cost of losing its signature elegance. A bit too square, perhaps?

An Awkward Marriage of Styles

Hyundai’s 2022 Tucson is a tale of mismatched elements. Striking but strangely pieced together, its blend of sculpted sides and choppy grille felt like clashing fashion trends. Hyundai aimed for a standout look; what it got was a style conundrum.

Strange Proportions and Unusual Curves

Kia’s 2021 Soul didn’t just bend design rules; it reshaped them entirely. With a quirky silhouette and unusual curves, the Soul seemed ready for a cartoon rather than the highway. This playful design choice left some fans baffled and others bewildered.

An Experiment That Failed

The 2023 Honda Clarity dared to be different with its eccentric form. Featuring aerodynamic touches that seemed a tad too experimental, this eco-friendly sedan missed the aesthetic mark, leaning more toward “science project” than “style statement.” Points for bravery, though!

Old School Done Wrong

Attempting retro flair, the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport took a detour. While its boxy frame honored the past, it felt forced rather than fresh. Nostalgia is tricky, and here, the old-school look somehow came across as more dated than dynamic. 

The Misunderstood Luxury Look

Luxury didn’t quite land with the 2021 Cadillac XT4. Cadillac tried blending sophistication with sporty appeal, yet this compact SUV ended up neither refined nor rugged. A true identity crisis on wheels, it left onlookers wondering just what Cadillac aimed to achieve.