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BAW Polar Stone 01 极石01
The BAW Polar Stone 01 (极石01, Jíshí 01) keeps the “Polar Stone 01” badge in export markets (Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS).
Chinese name vs export names
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | BAW Polar Stone 01 (极石01 · Jíshí 01) | Domestic name |
| Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS | Polar Stone 01 | Export name |
- SUV
- EREV
- BAW
Why the different names?
Chinese brands often sell one car under several badges: a Chinese name at home (极石01, Jíshí 01) 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 BAW Polar Stone 01 in 8 markets:
Frequently asked questions
What is the BAW Polar Stone 01 called outside China?
The BAW Polar Stone 01 (极石01, Jíshí 01) keeps the “Polar Stone 01” badge in export markets (Southeast Asia, Middle East, CIS).
Is the Polar Stone 01 the same car as the Polar Stone 01?
Yes. The Polar Stone 01 and the BAW Polar Stone 01 (极石01) are the same SUV built on the same platform — only the badge and market-specific trim differ.
What does 极石01 mean?
极石01 is read “Jíshí 01” 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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