Does the Santana meet the China 6 emission standard?
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The Santana does meet the China 6 emission standard. The China 6 standard reduces carbon monoxide emissions from gasoline vehicles by 50%, lowers the emission limits for total hydrocarbons and non-methane hydrocarbons by 50%, and decreases nitrogen oxide emission limits by 42%. The Santana has a length of 4475mm, width of 1706mm, height of 1469mm, a wheelbase of 2603mm, a fuel tank capacity of 52.8 liters, and a trunk capacity of 466 liters. The front suspension of the Volkswagen Santana is a MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension is a compound torsion beam non-independent suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power of 82kW and a maximum torque of 145Nm.
The Santana does indeed have a China VI version. Based on my experience driving this model, Volkswagen launched the Santana with China VI-b standards around 2020, featuring an improved engine and emission control system. Nowadays, most new cars on the market meet this requirement. If you live in cities with license plate restrictions, such as Beijing or Shanghai, buying a China VI version can help you avoid many traffic limitations and make registration easier. A friend of mine switched to a China VI Santana last year and mentioned slightly lower daily fuel consumption and cleaner emissions. However, he recommends regular checks at the 4S shop for emission components to prevent minor issues from affecting performance. Overall, this car is economical, durable, and eco-friendly, making it worth considering.
