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20 Cars That Were Rebadged Into Something Completely Different

11. Toyota Matrix / Pontiac Vibe

11. Toyota Matrix / Pontiac Vibe
A sleek Toyota Matrix and a sporty Pontiac Vibe parked side by side, showcasing versatile compact hatchback design. | Image from ha.m.wikipedia.org (Creative Commons Licensed)

The Toyota Matrix and Pontiac Vibe are a textbook case of rebadging in action. Jointly developed and assembled at the NUMMI plant in California, these compact hatchbacks shared platforms, engines, and most features. Only subtle exterior tweaks and brand-specific badges set them apart. This partnership gave buyers nearly identical cars, whether they walked into a Toyota or Pontiac dealership. Source

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