6. Ford Aspire / Kia Avella
In the 1990s, Ford tapped into the emerging South Korean market by rebadging the Kia Avella as the Ford Aspire for U.S. buyers. This subcompact hatchback retained nearly all of its mechanicals and design from Kia, with only minor styling tweaks to distinguish it as a Ford. The Aspire became an affordable, fuel-efficient option in Ford’s lineup, demonstrating how rebadging could swiftly fill gaps in a manufacturer’s portfolio. Source