Can China 5 Vehicles Be Licensed?
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China 5 vehicles can be licensed in some regions. Here is a detailed introduction on whether China 5 vehicles can be licensed: 1. In regions where the China 6 emission standards have already been implemented, China 5 vehicles cannot be licensed, while in regions still implementing the China 5 emission standards, China 5 vehicles can still be licensed. 2. China 5 vehicles refer to those that comply with the national fifth-stage motor vehicle pollutant emission standards, generally produced between 2017 and 2018. Starting from July 1, 2019, some regions began implementing the China 6 emission standards, so China 5 vehicles cannot be licensed in these areas. However, in regions still implementing the China 5 emission standards, China 5 vehicles can still be licensed.
China V vehicles can no longer be registered as new cars now, and I remember this clearly because the country fully switched to the China VI standard as early as 2020. Both new car sales and registration must comply with the China VI emission requirements, otherwise the vehicle management office won't process the paperwork. When I helped a friend look at cars before, in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, China V new cars were simply not allowed to be registered—even dealerships recommended buying China VI models to avoid hassle. However, there's still some opportunity in the used car market. For example, some third- and fourth-tier cities allow China V used cars to be transferred and registered, but you have to check local policies, and sometimes you even need to wait for special policy windows. Overall, if you're buying a new car now, it's best to go with the trend and choose China VI—it's safer and more environmentally friendly. If you're a newbie just buying a car, I suggest skipping the China V option altogether to avoid trouble. These changes are actually meant to promote environmental protection and reduce pollution, so it's always good for car enthusiasts to stay updated on policy trends.
