Can the Honda CR-V Hybrid Get a Green License Plate?
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The Honda CR-V hybrid cannot get a green license plate as it is a non-plug-in hybrid, which essentially uses energy generated by fuel combustion and cannot be classified as a new energy vehicle. Taking the 2021 Honda CR-V as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4621mm, width 1855mm, height 1679mm, wheelbase 2661mm, fuel tank capacity 53L, and curb weight 1506kg. The 2021 Honda CR-V is equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, with a maximum power of 142kW and a maximum power speed of 5600rpm. It is paired with a manual transmission, with a front MacPherson independent suspension and a rear multi-link independent suspension.
As a former owner of the older CR-V model, I specifically researched this issue when changing cars. Whether the Honda CR-V hybrid can get a green license plate depends on the specific model. The regular hybrid version is an HEV type with a small battery capacity and no external charging capability, which, according to national policy, does not qualify for a green license plate—my neighbor learned this the hard way. However, the plug-in hybrid version (CR-V e:PHEV) fully meets the green license plate standards, with a pure electric range of up to 73 km; a colleague who bought one last year successfully got a green plate. Recently, I checked the 2024 new energy vehicle catalog, which requires plug-in hybrids to have a pure electric range of at least 43 km, and the CR-V plug-in hybrid fully complies. Before purchasing, it's best to confirm the vehicle's certification clearly, as license plate registration also depends on the specific implementation by the local vehicle management office.
