Can China V Vehicles Still Be Registered in Dongguan?

[DelAsher]

No. Here are the relevant details: 1. Reason: Starting from July 1, 2019 (including the 1st), all newly sold and registered light-duty vehicles in Guangdong Province must meet the China VI emission control requirements. For China V standard light-duty vehicles that were sold and had unified motor vehicle sales invoices issued in Guangdong Province before July 1, 2019 (excluding the 1st), registration can be processed before October 1, 2019 (excluding the 1st) in the province (excluding Guangzhou and Shenzhen). 2. Solution: Vehicles sold and invoiced before this date can be registered before October 1, 2019. Vehicles registered after October 1, 2019 must comply with the "China VI standard".

[ORonan]

From a policy perspective, I understand that in Dongguan, it's basically impossible to register new vehicles with China 5 emission standards. Since the implementation of China 6 standards in 2020, cities in Guangdong Province, including Dongguan, have strictly required that both new vehicles and used vehicles transferred from other regions must meet China 6 or higher emission standards. This is mainly in response to national environmental protection policies aimed at reducing pollutant emissions and improving urban air quality. If you're planning to buy a car, whether it's a new vehicle or a used car transferred from another region, it's very difficult to register a China 5 vehicle, which has been confirmed through industry exchanges. I recommend checking the vehicle's compliance certificate or visiting the local DMV website for the latest regulations before purchasing to avoid losses from buying the wrong vehicle. In the long run, choosing a China 6 vehicle is more cost-effective and can also prepare you for potential future road restrictions.

[PeytonLynn]

A friend of mine wanted to buy a China 5 emission standard car in Dongguan recently, but found out it couldn't be registered, which left a deep impression on me. Nowadays, 4S stores rarely recommend China 5 models - new cars are definitely not possible, and for used cars being transferred from other regions, Dongguan Vehicle Management Office doesn't accept China 5 emission vehicles either. When I was car shopping, I inquired about this - the policy is quite strict, mainly due to significant environmental pressure. My suggestion is: if you really want to buy, prioritize locally available used China 6 emission cars or brand new China 6 models. It's both hassle-free and supports green transportation. Driving an old China 5 car on the road isn't a problem, but you should think twice about license plate transfers.

[LaReagan]

Having driven in Dongguan for many years, I've seen the door closed long ago for registering China 5 vehicles. After the implementation of China 6 standards in 2020, newly registered vehicles must meet China 6, especially for out-of-province China 5 used cars, which are directly rejected. Before registration, check the emission label—non-compliant vehicles are turned away immediately. I advise car owners to keep their eyes open when purchasing, opting for China 6 standards to avoid spending money on a car they can't drive. Environmental protection is the trend, and adapting to changes is the smart move.