Can the Honda CRV Hybrid get a green license plate?
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The Honda CRV Hybrid cannot get a green license plate. The Honda CRV Hybrid has a 5-door, 5-seat SUV body structure, with dimensions of 4621mm in length, 1855mm in width, and 1679mm in height, a wheelbase of 2661mm, a fuel tank capacity of 53 liters, and a curb weight of 1620kg. The front suspension of the Honda CRV Hybrid is a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension is a multi-link independent suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, producing a maximum horsepower of 146PS, a maximum power of 107kW, and a maximum torque of 175Nm, paired with an electronic continuously variable transmission.
I'm an owner of a Honda CR-V hybrid, and I've been driving it for almost two years. It indeed doesn't qualify for a green license plate. According to Chinese policies, green plates are only issued to pure electric vehicles, plug-in hybrids, or fuel cell vehicles. My hybrid model charges the battery via the engine itself and cannot be charged externally—I confirmed this with the dealer at the time of purchase. The advantage is its low fuel consumption, saving about 30% on city driving, and the convenience of not needing to find charging stations when parking. However, it doesn’t qualify for purchase tax exemptions or certain traffic restriction benefits. If you want a green plate, I’d suggest considering Honda’s plug-in hybrid version or pure electric models from other brands. Daily car usage mainly depends on personal needs—it’s fuel-efficient but not necessarily cost-saving, yet practical. Always check official sources when choosing a car and don’t easily believe online rumors.
