THE weirdest cars released in the last decade can be revealed - and include an axed "ugly and squashed" Mini. An EV dubbed a plastic box on wheels also made the list of the strangest motors launched in the 2010s. One of the most baffling was the Mini Coupe, a model that reimagined the beloved Mini with a low, squashed roofline.
It was an attempt to craft a sporty, eye-catching car, but the design left many scratching their heads. The shrunken roof not only made the car look awkward but also sacrificed the practicality Mini was known for. Unsurprisingly, sales were dismal, and the Coupe was quietly dropped after a few years.
READ MORE ON WEIRD CARS Nissan’s Murano CrossCabriolet was equally head-scratching. This convertible SUV puzzled the market with its tall stance and bulbous body. Car and Driver highlighted its "frightful lack of grip, pronounced body lean, and uncommunicative steering," which detracted from its appeal Its ride quality was smooth but unremarkable, and its high price tag made it even harder to love.
Most read in Motors Despite its unusual charm, the CrossCabriolet lasted just three years before Nissan pulled the plug. There was also the Morgan 3-Wheeler which proudly embraced its oddity, with a retro-inspired design that nodded to the brand’s 1920s cyclecars. With just three wheels and an exposed engine mounted at the front, it looked like something from another era.
Yet, its quirky charm struck a chord with enthusiasts, remaining in production for a de.
