How to Check if Your Car Meets China 6 Emission Standards
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Whether it meets China 6 standards can be checked in the vehicle's accompanying environmental information document. Below are relevant methods for checking a car's emission standards: 1. Emission standard verification method: The vehicle's model number is marked on its nameplate. Visit the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website, enter the fuzzy condition (complete vehicle model number) in the input box on the webpage, input the correct verification code, then click search to view the vehicle's relevant information, including emission standards. 2. How to locate the vehicle nameplate: There is usually a nameplate below the co-driver's door. Relevant stickers displaying the complete vehicle model number may also be found in these locations: lower left corner of the windshield, driver's door pillar, left side of the instrument panel, engine compartment, side door adhesive labels, door frame base, or inside the glove compartment.
I often help friends check their vehicle emission standards. The most straightforward way to determine if a vehicle meets China VI standards is to look at the vehicle's Certificate of Conformity, which is provided by the dealer when purchasing a new car and clearly states the emission level as China VI. Another common location is the environmental information label, usually affixed to the B-pillar or inside the engine hood, marked with 'China VI.' If these are missing, you can find the emission standard in the vehicle information section of the vehicle license or registration certificate. Using the VIN code is also convenient—just remember the 17-digit number, enter it into a traffic management app or official website, and the results will be displayed automatically. Additionally, the inspection sticker on the windshield during annual inspections also indicates the emission standard. I also recommend having a technician check during regular maintenance to ensure compliance with the standards. China VI vehicles are more environmentally friendly, reducing pollution and avoiding registration issues.
As a seasoned driver, I usually check the vehicle's China 6 compliance myself. The simplest way is to look for the environmental label in the engine bay, often found near the coolant reservoir, which directly states China 6 or Stage VI emission. Before buying a used car, I always ask the seller to provide the purchase invoice or registration certificate to verify the emission level. During daily driving, a quick glance at the annual inspection sticker on the windshield gives a rough idea. I've used mobile apps like the vehicle inspection service in Alipay, where entering the VIN code can verify authenticity. I remember confirming my last car was China 6B compliant when I bought it—fuel-efficient, low emissions, and peace of mind while driving. The key is not to buy cars that are too old, as the China 6 standard only became widespread after 2019.
