How to Check a Car's Emission Standard?
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First, you need the yellow "Vehicle Fuel Consumption Label," which is usually affixed to the outside of the driver's side window when the vehicle leaves the factory. You can also obtain it from the sales staff at a 4S dealership. The key is to retrieve the parameter: the vehicle model. Log in to the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Network (http://219.141.229.198/index.jsp), click on the vehicle model field to input the vehicle model (for used cars, refer to the vehicle model on the green book or the vehicle registration certificate). On the following interface, select the vehicle category, enter the verification code, and click "Query." Enter the vehicle model code. Taking "DHW7154FCCSE" as an example in the image, after pressing Enter, the rightmost column immediately displays that this is a vehicle compliant with the China V emission standard.
I just bought a used car and really want to know its emission standard (Guo Ji), as it affects whether I can drive into the city center and comply with environmental restrictions. The simplest method is to check the vehicle's registration certificate, which usually has a section detailing the vehicle information and emission standard—just look there. If the registration certificate isn't clear, you can open the hood to find the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), typically located in the corner of the windshield or on the door frame. Then, search online for free tools like "VIN emission lookup" websites, enter the number, and you can check the national emission level. Alternatively, you can visit a 4S shop and ask a technician to help diagnose it—they can quickly check using a device connected to a computer. Remember, emission standards vary based on the car's registration year, with Guo VI (China 6) being the latest. This parameter is quite important when choosing a car to avoid issues with restrictions on older vehicles.
As a tech enthusiast, I prefer modern tools to check vehicle emission standards, such as downloading the environmental agency app on my phone or visiting the official website of the 'China Vehicle Emission Public Platform' via browser. Simply enter the license plate number or VIN code, and the result (whether it meets China 5 or China 6 standards) pops up in under a minute. Some car enthusiast forums also share query guides, where you can input the engine model as well. This is a key indicator for emission upgrades—China 5 vehicles may face driving restrictions in big cities, while China 6 models are more eco-friendly with greater mobility. I often back up the results to the cloud for easy reference when car shopping or during inspections. Online updates are timely, and the free service is reliable, saving the hassle of queuing at the DMV.
