Can the Hybrid Version of Odyssey Get a Green License Plate?
3 Answers
The hybrid version of Odyssey cannot get a green license plate, as only plug-in hybrids are eligible for green plates. Taking the 2021 Odyssey as an example, it is an MPV with the following dimensions: length 4847mm, width 1820mm, height 1702mm, wheelbase 2900mm, and a curb weight of 1822kg. The 2021 Odyssey features a MacPherson strut front suspension and a torsion beam rear suspension. It is equipped with a 2.0L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 146PS, maximum torque of 175Nm, and maximum power of 107kW, paired with an electronic continuously variable transmission.
I've been researching the Odyssey Hybrid recently for a potential purchase and asked a few friends if it qualifies for green license plates. After checking the policies, I found that the Odyssey Hybrid is a hybrid electric vehicle (HEV), not a plug-in hybrid. Its battery can only be charged while driving, so most regions don't allow green plates for it. Green plates are mainly for plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs) or pure electric vehicles (EVs), like those from BYD that can use home charging stations. The Odyssey Hybrid is quite fuel-efficient, with city driving consumption around 5 liters per 100 km, and offers high comfort, but it doesn't qualify for green plate benefits like exemption from purchase tax or traffic restrictions. It's advisable to check with the local vehicle management office before buying, as policies vary by city, but generally, it's not eligible. For family use, if you're looking for reliability and practicality, the Odyssey Hybrid is already a great choice, and there's no need to worry too much about the green plates.
From the perspective of vehicle type, the Odyssey Hybrid is an HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) without an external charging port, unlike plug-in hybrids that can run dozens of kilometers on pure electricity. The green license plate policy requires vehicles to be chargeable and meet pure electric range standards, such as PHEVs or BEVs. The Odyssey Hybrid doesn't meet these criteria, so it can't get a green license plate in most parts of China. However, its hybrid system is quite efficient, saving fuel through energy recovery and emitting significantly less than conventional vehicles. If you're after green license perks like toll-free roads or tax breaks, you'd need to consider options like the Trumpchi M8 Plug-in Hybrid. But I believe for daily driving, the Odyssey Hybrid's convenience of refueling, low failure rate, and no range anxiety on long trips make it a more practical choice than chasing green license benefits.
