Run by the German group in conjuction with long-time Chinese joint venture partner First Automobile Works (FAW), the budget brand will target younger buyers in more rural areas of China. 

Along with Jetta, there are a multitude of sub-brands that manufacturers have introduced for a number of reasons. From AMG creating mind-bendingly radical sports cars, to Lexus tapping into the luxury car market, sub-brands cover a larger area of the car industry than you might think. 

Read on as we explore the best and worst sub-brands that have ever existed.