Can China 5 Vehicles Still Be Licensed After the Implementation of China 6 Standards?
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For regions not implementing the China 6 standards, China 5 vehicles can still be licensed; for regions implementing China 6, purchasing China 5 vehicles before the policy implementation date and licensing them within the specified transition period will not affect normal vehicle usage. Below are the differences between China 5 and China 6: 1. Different emission labels: The China 5 emission standard label is V; the China 6 emission standard label is Ⅵ. 2. Different emission standards: China 6 emission standards are more than 30% stricter than China 5. Excluding the influence of working conditions and tests, gasoline vehicles' carbon monoxide emissions are reduced by 50%, total hydrocarbon and non-methane hydrocarbon emissions are reduced by 50%, and nitrogen oxide emissions are also reduced by 42%.
This is quite an interesting question. I've done a lot of research on automotive policies myself. After the implementation of the China 6 standard, whether China 5 vehicles can be registered mainly depends on the specific region and time point. For example, after the full implementation of China 6b in many provinces and cities, only China 6 standard vehicles are allowed for new vehicle registration, and China 5 new vehicles are basically banned. However, some areas may provide a grace period for dealers to clear inventory. I remember Shanghai had a three-month transition period last year to handle China 5 vehicles. Policies change quickly, so you'd better check the latest official notices to avoid wasting money. I've also wondered why China 6 is so strict—it's mainly for environmental protection, as it sets lower limits for harmful gas emissions, which helps improve air quality in the long run. However, China 5 vehicles can still be resold and driven in the used car market without affecting their use. Before buying a car, it's advisable to call the local vehicle management office directly to confirm, which is better than guessing blindly.
