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212 T01
The 212 T01 is a SUV and pickup truck manufactured by BAW under the 212 brand.
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Overview
Launched in 1965 by Qingdao based Chinese automotive manufacturer Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) the BJ212 was an off-road four-wheel drive sports utility vehicle which was developed together with UAZ-469 which was manufactured by Ulyanovsky Avtomobilny Zavod (UAZ) an Ulyanovsk based Russian automotive manufacturer. The SUV had a significant role in Chinese auto industry and Chinese army for its versatility and off-road capabilities. To meet new demand of new era BAW created a new brand. In 2022 new brand name was trademarked making it the first brand name to have only numbers and no alphabets. Explorer 01. A pickup truck version of the 212 T01 SUV was displayed at the Guangzhou Auto Show 2024 and was named Explorer 01 to differentiate it from the normal SUV. The truck is 5.4 meter long featuring a higher capacity 2.3 liter turbo diesel engine producing 190hp which can achieve a top speed of 160kmph and same 8 speed automatic gearbox. The cargo bed has a rated capacity of 495kg and higher towing capacity than the normal SUV which is 3 tons with approach and departure angle of 42 degrees and 26 degrees respectively. Three Door. The three door version is expected to launch soon. It may fill the three door off-road SUV gap in the domestic market due to the high cost of importing three door SUVs. The design is expected to be same as the full size version with similar engine options. 60TH. A soft top version of the 212 T01 was showcased at the Guangzhou Auto Show 2025 named 60TH which pays homage to the original BJ212 which completed 60 years from 1965 to 2025 also had a soft top version. The soft top is removable and features soft rear windshield and a side tailgate. The vehicle features a hybrid powertrain which is unique for the 212 portfolio as they have only had petro
Specifications
The SUV has ground clearance of 235 mm (9.3 in) with approach and departure angles of 36° and 40° respectively. For off-road terrain the SUV has water wading capacity up to 850 mm (33.5 in) (depends on accessories and variants) and mounting points. Built on a ladder frame chassis using WY platform with Five link non-independent suspension, Electronic hydraulic steering system, alloy wheels size of 17 or 18 inch, spare wheel, electronic parking brake, 80 liter fuel tank, and maximum towing capacity of 2.5 tons. Powertrain. It is powered by a 2.0-liter turbocharged "N20TG" petrol engine producing 248 hp (185 kW) and 410 N⋅m (302 lb⋅ft) of torque or 2.0-liter turbo-diesel engine producing 168 hp (125 kW) and 415 N⋅m (306 lb⋅ft) of torque, with an 8-speed automatic transmission, and a part-time four-wheel drive system.
Markets
=== UAE === The 212 T01 debuted in the United Arab Emirates on 28 October 2025 under Legend Motors a Dubai based Legend Holding Group company that deals in automotive trading in the UAE. This partnership between both companies make Legend Motors the exclusive distributor of 212 products. Powered by 2 liter turbo petrol engine with output of 248 hp (185 kW) and 410 N⋅m (302 lb⋅ft) torque supported by an 8-speed automatic transmission. Available in four different color and also three special editions named: Adventure, Falcon and Pioneer. Russia. On 19 December 2025 212 T01 received Vehicle Type Approval for sales in the market of Russia. Power by a 2 liter Dongan N20TG turbocharged petrol engine producing 218 hp (163 kW) and 380 N⋅m (280 lb⋅ft) torque paired with a 8-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle is also available in a special trim named Adventurer RUS limited for Russia with winter package that has heated windshield, seats, steering wheel, exterior mirrors and a rear window. In January 2026 the company placed a low powered turbo diesel engine in the 212 T01. The tweaked engine produced 156 hp (116 kW) but was still a 2 liter engine paired with a ZF automatic gearbox. This reduced the price of the SUV significantly to help expand 212 market in the nation. The pickup truck version is also planned to launch in the same year and expand the portfolio of the brand. Germany. Indimo Automotive GmbH a Landstuhl based company and Beijing Automobile Works (BAW) partnered and showcased the 212 T01 at IAA Mobility trade fair in Munich on 14 September 2025. Powered by 2 liter diesel engine putting out 166 hp (124 kW) and an 8-speed automatic gearbox. Indimo deals in importing Chinese vehicles to Germany and Europe. They also provide with marketing and after sales service.
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Specifications
- name
- 212 T01
- Manufacturer
- BAW
- aka
- 212 T10 (3-door), 212 Explorer T01 (pickup), BAW 212 (export), EMC 212 (Italy), Yooudooo 6 (Spain; 2025-26)
- Production
- 2024–present
- Assembly
- China
- Class
- Compact SUV, Mid-size SUV, Mid-size pickup truck
- Body style
- 3-door SUV, 5-door SUV, 4-door pickup truck
- Engine
- 2.0 L N20TG Turbo I4, 2.0 L Turbo-diesel I4
- Transmission
- 8-speed automatic
- Wheelbase
- 2860 mm, 2570 mm (212 T10), 3488 mm (212 Explorer 01)
- Length
- 4705 mm, 4416 mm (212 T10), 5469 mm (212 Explorer 01)
- Width
- 1895 mm, 1955 mm (212 T10, Explorer 01)
- Height
- 1936 mm, 1925 mm (212 T10), 1970 mm (212 Explorer 01)
- Kerb weight
- 2150-2265 kg
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Sources
- Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q134896078CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/212_T01CC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1377846612 · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:212_T01_009.jpgCC0 · Photo: Quzhouliulian · retrieved 2026-10-01
- Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.