14. Lexus LX 570 (2016 facelift)
The 2016 Lexus LX 570 facelift was defined by its bold—and highly controversial—styling update, prominently featuring the oversized spindle grille.
Intended to inject aggressive modernity into the brand’s flagship SUV, this exaggerated design element became a divisive focal point, overshadowing other notable upgrades.
Traditional Lexus customers, accustomed to understated luxury and refined elegance, found the grille polarizing and excessively assertive.
Automotive critics echoed this sentiment, labeling the redesign as disproportionate and overly dramatic, ultimately alienating some loyal buyers.
The LX 570 facelift highlighted the risks automakers face when dramatic design statements overshadow established brand identity and customer expectations.