How to Distinguish Between China 4 and China 5 Emission Standards for Cars?

[Daphne]

There are two methods to distinguish: 1. Check the "Automobile Fuel Consumption Label" attached to the new car. 2. Look at the vehicle's nameplate to find the "Vehicle Model," which is a combination of numbers and letters, and also locate the engine model of the new car. Then, log in to the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website, enter the vehicle model and engine model to query. 3. China 5 and China 4 standards are differentiated based on the different emission pollution standards for vehicles. The China 4 emission standard is the national fourth-stage motor vehicle pollutant emission standard. China V is a grade of Beijing's motor vehicle emission standard, formulated and issued by Beijing's environmental protection department, equivalent to the Euro V standard, and was released in 2012.

[DeArabella]

Distinguishing between China 4 and China 5 vehicles is actually quite simple. I did my homework when I bought a car before. Just look at the vehicle's environmental protection label, which is usually stuck on the corner of the front windshield or included in the vehicle registration certificate, clearly marked as China 4 or China 5. The production date is also a reliable indicator—most vehicles produced before 2017 are China 4, while those after 2017 are mostly China 5. Another method is to check the VIN (also known as the chassis number). If the 10th digit is the letter '4,' it's China 4; if it's '5,' it's China 5. You can verify this by entering the VIN on the environmental protection bureau's official website. China 5 vehicles have lower emissions and are more environmentally friendly. In some major cities like Beijing and Shanghai, China 4 vehicles might face restrictions and be barred from entering core urban areas. So, clarifying this when buying a car can save you a lot of trouble and even increase resale value. Try to choose a China 5 vehicle—it's better for the environment too.

[EmeryLynn]

As a young person just learning about cars, I think distinguishing between China 4 and China 5 emission standards isn't difficult. The key is to check vehicle documents, such as the environmental protection standard section on the vehicle registration certificate, which clearly states whether it's China 4 or China 5. You can also look at the label near the engine hood - GB18352.4 indicates China 4, while GB18352.5 means China 5. China 5 vehicles are more popular in cities with strict air quality management as they can drive without restrictions. If still unsure, ask the seller or enter the license plate number in a car app for verification. This way, you won't worry about being deceived when buying used cars, and new cars will definitely comply with local regulations. Vehicles with higher environmental standards give more peace of mind when driving and are better for health and the environment.

[CodyLee]

I pay attention to environmental issues, and distinguishing between China IV and China V standards is quite simple. Just check the vehicle's environmental label, usually located in the upper left corner of the windshield or on the door frame, where the standard name is directly stated. The China V emission standard is stricter, reducing harmful substances, and only China V vehicles are allowed in pollution control zones. I recommend prioritizing China V vehicles to support urban cleanliness initiatives. Other methods include checking the production year information.