Aeolus (Dongfeng)
Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji 皓极
The Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji (皓极, Hàojí) keeps the “Dongfeng Haoji” badge in export markets (Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS).
Chinese name vs export names
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji (皓极 · Hàojí) | Domestic name |
| Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS | Dongfeng Haoji | Export name |
- SUV
- ICE
- Aeolus (Dongfeng)
Why the different names?
Chinese brands often sell one car under several badges: a Chinese name at home (皓极, Hàojí) and one or more export names abroad. Renames happen to avoid trademark conflicts, to fit a global naming system, or because the domestic name does not translate well.
Badge kept abroad.
Markets
Local names and used-import rules for the Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji in 8 markets:
Frequently asked questions
What is the Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji called outside China?
The Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji (皓极, Hàojí) keeps the “Dongfeng Haoji” badge in export markets (Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS).
Is the Dongfeng Haoji the same car as the Dongfeng Haoji?
Yes. The Dongfeng Haoji and the Aeolus Dongfeng Haoji (皓极) are the same SUV built on the same platform — only the badge and market-specific trim differ.
What does 皓极 mean?
皓极 is read “Hàojí” in Mandarin. Badge kept abroad.
Why do Chinese cars have different names abroad?
Brands rename models for export when the domestic name is hard to pronounce, conflicts with a trademark, or fits a different global naming system (for example BYD's Atto/Seal/Dolphin ocean series or Geely's Atlas/Monjaro/Starray line).
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