Same Look, Different Logo
Design trends are like high school fashion. Once one catches on, suddenly, everyone's wearing it. Cars are no different. One brand nails a look, and pretty soon you'll see parking lots full of copycats. This list is all about highlighting those uncanny resemblances that turn highways into a game of "wait a second…"
2020 Toyota Supra vs BMW Z4 M40i // Attack Of The Clones by Throttle House
1. Toyota Supra Vs. BMW Z4
Under the hood, they're fraternal twins: built on the same platform, powered by the same BMW inline-six engine. But visually, the Supra hides the resemblance well. Angular aggression replaces the Z4's softer lines. It's badge-sharing done right: same DNA, different attitude.
2. Ford Fusion Vs. Aston Martin Rapide
Have you ever spotted a Ford Fusion in traffic and thought it was an Aston Martin at first glance? You're not alone. Ford gave the Fusion a wide grille nearly identical to Aston's signature. The resemblance is no accident because Ford once owned Aston Martin. That influence trickled down to this mid-size sedan.
3. Kia Stinger Vs. Audi A5 Sportback
Kia's design team shaped the Stinger with European finesse. Its five-door fastback profile and LED lighting mimic the A5's silhouette almost beat for beat. The big difference? Kia undercuts Audi on price while keeping performance surprisingly close in top trims.
4. Peugeot 508 Vs. Audi A5 Sportback
Launched in Europe with sleek frameless doors and a low-slung stance, the 508 wears premium ambition. Parked next to an A5 Sportback, the shared fastback shape and narrow LED lights reveal striking symmetry. Although not mechanically related, Peugeot benchmarked German rivals in design.
5. Hyundai Sonata Vs. Honda Accord
Side profiles alone could fool casual observers: sport elongated bodies and wide stances. The front ends share a horizontal emphasis with sleek lighting and sharp grilles. While not mechanically related, both midsize sedans reflect the design evolution of a segment striving for upscale visual presence.
6. Chrysler 300 Vs. Bentley Flying Spur
The Chrysler 300, especially in earlier trims with mesh grilles, drew frequent comparisons to Bentley's Flying Spur. Though the Chrysler sits on an aging Mercedes-derived platform, its visual punch offers luxury vibes without the price tag. It’s a sleeper in disguise.
7. Mazda6 Vs. Jaguar XE
At a glance, their front fascias and sweeping profiles create confusion. Mazda's KODO design language emphasizes fluid movement, unintentionally brushing up against Jaguar's own design philosophy. The XE carries premium credentials, but the Mazda6 holds its own with exceptional chassis tuning and interior refinement.
8. Genesis G80 Vs. Mercedes E-Class
When Genesis spun off from Hyundai, the G80 became its flagship sedan and a direct aesthetic challenger to Mercedes. Dual-strip lighting and stately rear-end symmetry closely mirror the E-Class. Yet the G80 carves its path inside, offering higher base-level tech and arguably more daring interior architecture.
9. BMW X3 Vs. Mercedes GLC
Both belong to the same luxury compact SUV class, and it shows. Dimensions and rooflines fall within inches of each other. Their upright stances and LED signatures mirror the segment’s premium expectations. Brand philosophies may vary, yet their visual formulas remain strikingly aligned.
10. Dodge Charger Vs. Maserati Ghibli
The wide stance and swept-back roofline create more than a passing resemblance. Dodge's Charger and Maserati's Ghibli share the four-door muscle-sedan aesthetic. Despite Maserati's Italian heritage and refinement, the Charger's presence rivals it in aggression. Both cars favor a style with serious street character.
11. Honda Civic Vs. Acura ILX
One wears a luxury badge, but underneath, these two sedans are built on the same foundation. The ILX uses the ninth-generation Civic platform with nearly identical side profiles and proportions. Acura gave it premium interior finishes and sharper styling, yet even car experts often mistake one for the other.
12. Lexus ES Vs. Toyota Avalon
These two front-wheel-drive sedans share Toyota’s TNGA-K platform. Look past the badging, and you'll see similar rooflines and near-matching body shapes. The Lexus ES leans into refinement, and the Avalon offers a slightly sportier edge before its discontinuation in 2022.
13. Subaru BRZ Vs. Toyota 86
Built at the same factory in Japan, these cars share chassis and body panels. Only the front bumpers and badging differ. While Toyota handled suspension tuning and Subaru brought boxer engine tech, this is a doppelganger design by deliberate collaboration.
14. Renault Talisman Vs. Volkswagen Passat
Common across European roads, these two mid-size sedans mirror each other's conservative elegance. Long hoods and chrome trim mark both. Despite differing platforms and engineering roots, their exterior themes intersect, especially from the rear quarter. The Talisman adds flair; the Passat keeps it businesslike.
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15. Chevrolet Equinox Vs. GMC Terrain
Built on the same GM platform, the crossovers share structural DNA. Though stylized differently, their cabin layout and underpinnings are virtually identical. It’s classic badge engineering: different showroom identities, the same family tree, and nearly indistinguishable profiles at a glance.
16. Tesla Model 3 Vs. Polestar 2
These two EVs often confuse the untrained eye. Both feature fastback silhouettes and subtle LED signatures. The Polestar 2 introduces a bit more edge with Scandinavian angularity, but the Model 3 plays it sleek and simple. Either way, the resemblance stops people mid-scroll on listings.
17. Ford Edge Vs. Lincoln Nautilus
Built on the same CD4 platform, these two SUVs are badge-engineered siblings. Side-by-side, the rooflines, windows, and body contours align almost perfectly. Lincoln's Nautilus adds a signature grille and upscale interior materials. But at the core, it's an Edge dressed for a gala, luxury layered over familiarity.
18. Nissan Altima Vs. Toyota Camry
Their midsize sedan shapes walk a familiar line: low and slightly aggressive. Both feature sweeping rooflines and prominent grilles with sporty cues. While each reflects its brand’s identity, the overall silhouette and lighting language can easily blur in motion. On the road, the resemblance turns heads.
19. Hyundai Palisade Vs. Kia Telluride
Two of the most talked-about three-row SUVs in the U.S. share the same platform and mechanicals. Yet it's the exterior where confusion often begins. Their dimensions and stances are nearly identical. Hyundai leans toward vertical lighting and chrome; Kia, on the other hand, embraces boxy muscle.
20. Audi Q5 Vs. VW Tiguan
These VW Group cousins share modular MQB underpinnings and similar design themes: pronounced shoulder lines and clean front-end geometry. The Q5 gets premium touches and Quattro by default, but the Tiguan holds its own visually at a more modest price.
