{"id":35480,"date":"2024-10-16T18:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T01:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=35480"},"modified":"2024-10-15T16:50:11","modified_gmt":"2024-10-15T23:50:11","slug":"disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Car Launches from the 2000s That Flopped Hard"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The 2000s witnessed a surge of innovation and fierce competition in the automotive industry. Manufacturers introduced cutting-edge technologies and bold designs, aiming to capture the market&#8217;s attention. However, despite high expectations and significant investments, some vehicles failed spectacularly upon release, highlighting the challenges and risks inherent in the automotive world. This article explores these automotive missteps, examining the reasons behind their failures and the lessons they offer to manufacturers and designers alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Dodge_Caliber_2006\" title=\"Dodge Caliber (2006)\">Dodge Caliber (2006)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Suzuki_Kizashi_2010\" title=\"Suzuki Kizashi (2010)\">Suzuki Kizashi (2010)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Cadillac_Catera_2000\" title=\"Cadillac Catera (2000)\">Cadillac Catera (2000)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Bufori_Geneva_2000s\" title=\"Bufori Geneva (2000s)\">Bufori Geneva (2000s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Ford_Thunderbird_2002\" title=\"Ford Thunderbird (2002)\">Ford Thunderbird (2002)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Pontiac_Aztek_2001\" title=\"Pontiac Aztek (2001)\">Pontiac Aztek (2001)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Fiat_124_Spider_2000s\" title=\"Fiat 124 Spider (2000s)\">Fiat 124 Spider (2000s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Saturn_Ion_2003\" title=\"Saturn Ion (2003)\">Saturn Ion (2003)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Subaru_Levorg_2000s\" title=\"Subaru Levorg (2000s)\">Subaru Levorg (2000s)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Chevrolet_SSR_2003\" title=\"Chevrolet SSR (2003)\">Chevrolet SSR (2003)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Lincoln_Blackwood_2002\" title=\"Lincoln Blackwood (2002)\">Lincoln Blackwood (2002)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Jaguar_X-Type_2001\" title=\"Jaguar X-Type (2001)\">Jaguar X-Type (2001)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Mitsubishi_Eclipse_2006\" title=\"Mitsubishi Eclipse (2006)\">Mitsubishi Eclipse (2006)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Chrysler_Aspen_2007\" title=\"Chrysler Aspen (2007)\">Chrysler Aspen (2007)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Volkswagen_Phaeton_2002\" title=\"Volkswagen Phaeton (2002)\">Volkswagen Phaeton (2002)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#The_21_Most_Unforgettable_Mopars_Ever_to_Hit_the_Streets\" title=\"The 21 Most Unforgettable Mopars Ever to Hit the Streets\">The 21 Most Unforgettable Mopars Ever to Hit the Streets<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/disastrous-vehicle-launches-of-the-2000s\/#Ducatis_22_Legendary_Superbikes_and_Their_Championship_Triumphs\" title=\"Ducati\u2019s 22 Legendary Superbikes and Their Championship Triumphs\">Ducati\u2019s 22 Legendary Superbikes and Their Championship Triumphs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dodge_Caliber_2006\"><\/span>Dodge Caliber (2006)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Dodge-Caliber-2006.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35681\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Dodge-Caliber-2006.jpg 799w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Dodge-Caliber-2006-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Dodge-Caliber-2006-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Andrew Bone \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/andreboeni\/50679750876\/in\/photolist-2kdoYhd-2kdpnF3-dQDVCu-dQDVT9-dQykbk-dQDVTs-dQykii-dQykgZ-dQykjK-dQykrZ-dQDW3b-dQDVGJ-dQykun-dQDVXq-dQDVVE-dQykva-dQDW2G-dQykdX-dQDVDh-dQykcn-dQDVUY-dQykbM-dQDVDw-dQykdD-dQykeT-dQDVWA-dQDVR7-dQyko8-dQykhz-dQykcr-dQDVCm-dQykgg-dQDVMJ-dQDVEb-dQyk8i-dQykmT-pjJBz-pjCC2-2n4d83E-pjP7i-pjGjo-pkCwx-oU5RZ6-8Rdpic-mW5WA-7DgJFR-7DkG1U-7DgJYT-7DkJgE-bbLz7\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Dodge Caliber was an attempt by Chrysler to create a compact car that stood out. Unfortunately, it missed the mark with its underwhelming performance and cheap interior materials. The vehicle&#8217;s poor handling and lackluster engine options made it uncompetitive in the market, leading to a significant drop in sales. Its unconventional styling also failed to resonate with consumers, making it a glaring example of market misjudgment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Suzuki_Kizashi_2010\"><\/span>Suzuki Kizashi (2010)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"555\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Suzuki-Kizashi.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35782\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Suzuki-Kizashi.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Suzuki-Kizashi-300x167.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Suzuki-Kizashi-768x426.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Zoran Karapancev \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/toronto-february-11-suzuki-kizashi-2010-46492429\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Suzuki Kizashi was a well-engineered car that received positive reviews for its handling and build quality. However, it was launched at a time when Suzuki was struggling in the U.S. market, and the brand&#8217;s lack of recognition and weak dealer network hindered its success. The Kizashi\u2019s failure to gain traction led to Suzuki\u2019s exit from the American market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cadillac_Catera_2000\"><\/span>Cadillac Catera (2000)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"319\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cadillac-Catera-2000.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35683\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cadillac-Catera-2000.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Cadillac-Catera-2000-300x150.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=2000%20Cadillac%20Catera&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:00-01_Cadillac_Catera.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Marketed as &#8220;the Caddy that zigs,&#8221; the Cadillac Catera was supposed to bring a European flair to the American luxury brand. However, it suffered from reliability issues, bland styling, and a lack of performance. The marketing campaign was also confusing, failing to clearly communicate the car&#8217;s strengths. As a result, the Catera did not appeal to Cadillac&#8217;s traditional customer base or attract new buyers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bufori_Geneva_2000s\"><\/span>Bufori Geneva (2000s)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"883\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Bufori-Geneva-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35689\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Bufori-Geneva-2.jpg 883w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Bufori-Geneva-2-265x300.jpg 265w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Bufori-Geneva-2-768x870.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 883px) 100vw, 883px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: SummerKhaw \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/penang-malaysia-may-52024-bufori-geneva-2461231731\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Bufori Geneva, a hand-built luxury car from Malaysia, aimed to combine classic design with modern technology. Despite its noble aspirations, it struggled due to its exorbitant price and niche market appeal. The car&#8217;s retro styling didn&#8217;t resonate with contemporary tastes, and the brand lacked the heritage and recognition to command such a premium price, leading to its commercial failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ford_Thunderbird_2002\"><\/span>Ford Thunderbird (2002)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ford-Thunderbird-2002-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35687\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ford-Thunderbird-2002-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ford-Thunderbird-2002-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ford-Thunderbird-2002-1-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Steve Lagreca \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/grosse-pointe-shores-miusa-june-16-169881188\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The reintroduction of the Ford Thunderbird in 2002 was intended to evoke nostalgia for the iconic model of the 1950s. However, the modern iteration was plagued by mediocre performance and an uninspiring design that failed to capture the original&#8217;s charm. Its high price and limited appeal further alienated potential buyers, resulting in disappointing sales and an early discontinuation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pontiac_Aztek_2001\"><\/span>Pontiac Aztek (2001)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2001-Pontiac-Aztek.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35693\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2001-Pontiac-Aztek.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2001-Pontiac-Aztek-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=2001%20Pontiac%20Aztek&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:01_Pontiac_Aztek.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Pontiac Aztek is often cited as one of the ugliest cars ever made, and its launch was a disaster for General Motors. Despite being ahead of its time with features like a built-in tent and a cooler, its awkward design and poor build quality overshadowed these innovations. Aztek&#8217;s failure was so significant that it is frequently studied in business schools as a case of design and marketing gone wrong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fiat_124_Spider_2000s\"><\/span>Fiat 124 Spider (2000s)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"531\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Fiat-124-Spider-2000s.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35696\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Fiat-124-Spider-2000s.jpg 800w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Fiat-124-Spider-2000s-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Fiat-124-Spider-2000s-768x510.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Spanish Coches \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/39302751@N06\/5906956544\/in\/photolist-9ZYGom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Fiat 124 Spider was relaunched with high hopes, aiming to combine Italian styling with modern performance. Unfortunately, it fell short due to a lack of distinctive features and competition from more established models like the Mazda MX-5. Reliability issues and a cramped interior further detracted from its appeal, leading to underwhelming sales and a tarnished reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Saturn_Ion_2003\"><\/span>Saturn Ion (2003)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"325\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2003-Saturn-Ion.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35698\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2003-Saturn-Ion.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2003-Saturn-Ion-300x152.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=%202003%20Saturn%20Ion&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Saturn_Ion_--_07-09-2009.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Saturn Ion was meant to revitalize the Saturn brand, but it quickly became known for its cheap interior, uncomfortable seats, and poor driving dynamics. The bizarre center-mounted instrument cluster was widely disliked, and the car&#8217;s overall quality failed to meet consumer expectations. The Ion&#8217;s lack of competitiveness in a crowded market ultimately led to its discontinuation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Subaru_Levorg_2000s\"><\/span>Subaru Levorg (2000s)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Subaru-Levorg-2000s.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35761\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Subaru-Levorg-2000s.jpg 799w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Subaru-Levorg-2000s-300x180.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Subaru-Levorg-2000s-768x460.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: crash71100 \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/152930510@N02\/48028046188\/in\/photolist-2kqXVDL-2gb5hRS-25RpnbL-25Rpnao-2nmS1Zj-24PuN61-2bXQiFU-2kqXpfZ-CCCsC1-2nmUzab-Cc628F-2iESxjJ-2mJQq82-2niyUCb-24PuN47-NNoAMa-2kri3ZV-NKzWQU-2kAsonS-2mseHXG-2nuyLxf-2gb57Jf-2mWCSeP-2nishM8-2nsxxZi-2kZzRp7-NJm7YM-2cqa7Zj-2mWxSzV-q2LrkJ-2mw1XXX-TzdhQj-McHiGR-M5w6Hk-JwR9s8-JuGot5-rirhik-M83wZU-icHibo-2mJPjwy-2mWDYMM-2mJKSki-2mWDkik-2mGNCUm-2ktKBjb-2ktKEjz-2ktPmi4-2mWcMX9-2ktPP4z-2oENLS6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Subaru Levorg, a combination of &#8220;Legacy,&#8221; &#8220;Revolution,&#8221; and &#8220;Touring,&#8221; aimed to blend sportiness with practicality. However, it was criticized for its bland styling, underwhelming performance, and lack of a clear identity. While it had a niche following, it failed to attract a broader audience, resulting in disappointing sales and limited market impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chevrolet_SSR_2003\"><\/span>Chevrolet SSR (2003)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chevrolet-SSR-2003.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chevrolet-SSR-2003.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chevrolet-SSR-2003-300x140.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Chevrolet-SSR-2003-768x358.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: meunierd \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/granby-quebec-canada-07-30-2023-2342436701\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Chevrolet SSR, a retro-styled pickup truck, suffered from a confused identity. It attempted to blend the elements of a sports car and a truck but ended up excelling at neither. Its high price, heavy weight, and limited practicality made it a tough sell. Despite its unique appearance, it failed to find a significant market, leading to its discontinuation after just a few years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Lincoln_Blackwood_2002\"><\/span>Lincoln Blackwood (2002)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"383\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2002-Lincoln-Blackwood.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35767\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2002-Lincoln-Blackwood.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2002-Lincoln-Blackwood-300x180.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=2002%20Lincoln%20Blackwood&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:2002_Lincoln_Blackwood_2.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Lincoln Blackwood was an attempt to create a luxury pickup truck, but it failed spectacularly. Its impractical design, including a non-functional bed with a carpeted floor, made it useless as a truck. Combined with its high price and limited appeal, the Blackwood was quickly discontinued after just one year on the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Jaguar_X-Type_2001\"><\/span>Jaguar X-Type (2001)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jaguar-X-Type-2001.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jaguar-X-Type-2001.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jaguar-X-Type-2001-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Jaguar-X-Type-2001-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: George Trumpeter \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/batumi-adjara-georgia-september-7-2017-1130925503\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Jaguar X-Type was intended to be Jaguar\u2019s entry-level model to compete with the BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. However, it was based on the Ford Mondeo platform and lacked the refinement and performance expected of the Jaguar brand. The car\u2019s quality issues and unimpressive driving experience led to poor sales and damaged Jaguar&#8217;s reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Mitsubishi_Eclipse_2006\"><\/span>Mitsubishi Eclipse (2006)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"669\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2006-Mitsubishi-Eclipse.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2006-Mitsubishi-Eclipse.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2006-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2006-Mitsubishi-Eclipse-768x514.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: S.Candide \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/jesolo-italy-june-27-2016-2006-2223812057\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The fourth generation of the Mitsubishi Eclipse failed to live up to the sporty reputation of its predecessors. It was criticized for its heavy weight, poor handling, and lackluster performance. The car&#8217;s design did not appeal to enthusiasts, and it struggled to compete in a market with more capable sports cars, leading to its eventual discontinuation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chrysler_Aspen_2007\"><\/span>Chrysler Aspen (2007)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2007-Chrysler-Aspen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2007-Chrysler-Aspen.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2007-Chrysler-Aspen-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2007-Chrysler-Aspen-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Stoqliq \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/laren-netherlands-june-13-2024-black-2475415059\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Chrysler Aspen was a rebadged Dodge Durango with few distinguishing features. It entered the market when fuel prices were high, and large SUVs were falling out of favor. The Aspen&#8217;s poor fuel economy, bland styling, and lack of unique selling points contributed to its quick demise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Volkswagen_Phaeton_2002\"><\/span>Volkswagen Phaeton (2002)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Volkswagen-Phaeton-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Volkswagen-Phaeton-1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Volkswagen-Phaeton-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Volkswagen-Phaeton-1-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Charlesimage \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/taipei-taiwan-january-1-2012-new-92140819\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The Volkswagen Phaeton was an ambitious attempt to enter the luxury car market. While it was technologically advanced and well-built, it struggled to justify its high price tag under the Volkswagen brand. Consumers were unwilling to pay luxury car prices for a brand known for more affordable vehicles, leading to disappointing sales.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/\">MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Top 21 Cars Ever Equipped with Iconic V12 Power<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28779\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept-480x360.jpg 480w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lamborghini_Miura_Concept.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: smartvital \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:Lamborghini_Miura_Concept.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>V12 engines are renowned for their power, smoothness, and performance. Some of the best cars in automotive history have been fitted with these impressive engines. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/these-are-the-best-cars-ever-fitted-with-a-v12-engine-2\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_21_Most_Unforgettable_Mopars_Ever_to_Hit_the_Streets\"><\/span>The 21 Most Unforgettable Mopars Ever to Hit the Streets<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-28751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_27161774725.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Greg Gjerdingen \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/wiki\/File:1971_Plymouth_Roadrunner_%2827161774725%29.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Mopar has produced some of the most iconic and powerful cars in automotive history. Known for their performance, design, and innovation, these vehicles have left a lasting legacy. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/the-greatest-mopars-evera-made\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ducatis_22_Legendary_Superbikes_and_Their_Championship_Triumphs\"><\/span>Ducati\u2019s 22 Legendary Superbikes and Their Championship Triumphs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ducati-851.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ducati-851.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ducati-851-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/Ducati-851-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Ducati has long been a name synonymous with speed, power, and racing excellence. Over the years, their superbikes have not only pushed the boundaries of performance but have also claimed numerous championship titles.&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/ducatis-legendary-superbikes-and-their-championship-triumphs\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The 2000s witnessed a surge of innovation and fierce competition in the automotive industry. Manufacturers introduced cutting-edge technologies and bold designs, aiming to capture the&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":16687,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[11],"tags":[28],"class_list":["post-35480","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general","tag-msn-slideshow","wpcat-11-id"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35480"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=35480"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35480\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":56100,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/35480\/revisions\/56100"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16687"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=35480"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=35480"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=35480"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}