Top Ten Worst Selling Cars of 2010
Between Yahoo and Forbes, they’ve come up with the worst selling cars of 2010. Did you purchase one of these? If so, let us know your thoughts as a consumer.
Smart ForTwo
Sales decline: -61%
The quirky two-seater was popular in 2008, when gas was $4 a gallon, but now that fuel prices have moderated, sales have collapsed. Penske Automotive Group, which distributes the vehicle in the U.S., is now testing Smart in Car2Go, a car-sharing concept, and plans to market an electric version soon.
Subaru Tribeca
Sales decline: -61%
Subaru’s been on a tear lately, but the ungainly Tribeca crossover SUV hasn’t really been part of the success story. It’s an also-ran in the crowded crossover market. Where Subaru stands out is with its four-wheel-drive cars and wagons.
Mazda RX-8
Sales decline: -50%
Even $30,000 sports cars aren’t selling when people are worried about their jobs. {At least not if it’s the RX-8, the Mustang is still selling like mad. – Spectre)
Suzuki Grand Vitara
Sales decline: -42%
This crossover SUV has grown long in the tooth, and can’t compete in what is one of the hottest segments.
Suzuki SX4
Sales decline: -47%
Refreshed a year and a half ago, the SX4 just gets lost amid the competition and lack of advertising support.
Suzuki Equator
Sales decline: -39%
The entire Suzuki lineup is suffering, including this mid-sized pickup manufactured by Nissan in Tennessee. Now the carmaker is marketing it as a way to transport Suzuki motor bikes.
Toyota Yaris
Sales decline: -38%
Small cars aren’t selling as well now that gas prices have moderated. Toyota’s rash of quality recalls hasn’t helped.
Mazda Tribute
Sales decline: -36%
A poor stepchild in the Mazda lineup, it can’t compete with the Ford Escape, on which it’s based.
Scion xD
Sales decline: – 31%
More stylish than its predecessor, this youthful Scion still faces the challenge of its Toyota Yaris cousin: Really small cars aren’t much in demand.
Porsche Cayman
Sales decline: – 31%
Nobody really needs a $50,000 sports car. Porsche hopes the addition of its most powerful mid-engine in the newly introduced Cayman R will create some buzz.
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