The Worst Rated Cars of 2023

Some new cars are better than others. While 2023 saw the release of many instant classics, there were also more than a few duds that haven’t exactly set the automotive world on fire. Here are 2023’s worst rated cars.

Mitsubishi Mirage

On the one hand, the Mitsubishi Mirage is relatively inexpensive. This price comes with a lot of sacrifices, though, as the interior feels cheap, the steering lacks oomph, and the engine lacks enough power to make the car stand out.

While the car’s fuel economy and low base price make it an affordable option, there are far better cars on the market for the money.

Chevrolet Malibu

The 2023 Chevrolet Malibu falls at an important hurdle: the seats just aren’t that great. For anyone looking for a comfortable driving experience, it may be best to look elsewhere.

The cabin in general leaves a lot to be desired, and sealing the deal is the fact that the engine lacks enough horsepower to get you where you’re going with any degree of ease.

Subaru WRX

The 2023 Subary WRX is positioned as a compact car, but alas, it’s not as good as some smaller vehicles at hiding its diminuitive size. There’s very little trunk space, and the inside of the car feels cramped and lacking in space.

Add to this a poor fuel economy for a vehicle of this size, and this is certainly not the best small car on the market.

MINI Electric Hardtop

While it feels unfair to criticize the MINI Electric Hardtop for being small (it is right there in the car’s name) the back seats feel particularly cramped.

This isn’t the biggest of flaws given the brand’s reputation, but a larger problem is the fact that this electric car has a relatively short maximum driving range, making it more difficult to put this car to use on a longer journey.