How to Distinguish Between China IV and China V?
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China IV and China V can be distinguished by the following methods: 1. Check the environmental protection label issued during the vehicle inspection. A qualified inspection will issue an environmental protection label that needs to be affixed to the upper right corner of the windshield. The number of stars on the label indicates the emission standard, for example, three stars represent China III; 2. Visit the official website of the local traffic management bureau to check the vehicle's emission standard; 3. The vehicle's emission standard can also be checked on the official environmental protection website by entering the vehicle's brand and model. The emission standard, known as 'China stage,' refers to the national vehicle emission standard stages, from China 1 to China 6, represented by the symbols i, ii, iii, iv, v, and vi respectively.
Distinguishing between China IV and China V standards is actually not difficult. With over ten years of driving experience, I've found checking the production year to be the most straightforward method. Vehicles produced between 2013 and 2016 are mostly China IV, while most new cars from 2017 onwards meet China V standards. You can also check the environmental label on the car window or in the manual, which will clearly indicate 'China IV' or 'China V'. In terms of emissions, the China V standard is stricter, significantly reducing exhaust pollutants like carbon monoxide and particulate matter. When buying a car, I noticed that China V vehicles tend to have higher resale values and face fewer urban driving restrictions. I recommend using official apps to input the VIN for a quick and accurate confirmation—it's both convenient and reliable. From my daily driving experience, China V cars feel more environmentally friendly, which is better for long-term health. In short, just put in a little extra effort to verify, and you'll be good to go.
