How to Distinguish Between China V and China VI Vehicles on the Road?
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Methods to distinguish between China V and China VI vehicles are as follows: 1. You can check the vehicle conformity certificate, the environmental information list accompanying the vehicle, and the vehicle qualification certificate, which will clearly record the vehicle's emission standards, making it very convenient to check. 2. Method to query vehicle emission standards on the Environmental Protection Network: (1) First, you need to know the complete vehicle model of the vehicle you want to query, which is marked on the vehicle's nameplate. (2) Enter the Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Network, input the fuzzy condition (complete vehicle model) in the webpage's input box, then enter the correct verification code, and click query to find the relevant information of the vehicle, including the emission standard.
I've been driving long-distance for years, and distinguishing between China V and China VI standards mostly comes down to accumulated experience. The most straightforward method on the road is to glance at the small environmental label in the lower right corner of the windshield—it’s usually color-coded: China VI labels tend to be bluer or in a newer design, while China V ones are green or use older markings. Combine this with the vehicle’s production year; most new cars manufactured after July 2019 are at least China VI compliant. I often pay attention to the model: if it’s an older SUV like an early-generation Haval H6, it’s likely China V, whereas recently launched sedans like the Toyota Corolla from the past two years are mostly China VI. I remember once during a road trip, during a vehicle inspection, traffic police pointed out that these labels are placed in a fixed spot for quick checks. Once you make it a habit, you’ll not only avoid restricted driving zones but also help friends identify cars—it’s both practical and adds to your knowledge.
As a little fan in the automotive circle, I've studied the simple tricks to distinguish between China 5 and China 6 emission standards on the road. The most reliable method is to check the vehicle's nameplate: it's usually affixed below the windshield or on the inner door frame, clearly stating the emission standard details, with China 6 directly marked by numbers. Since 2020, China 6 vehicles have become more common, especially among joint-venture brand new cars like the Honda CR-V, which often carry the new label. An auxiliary method is to note the model's exterior changes: newer designs tend to be more stylish, but the label remains the hard evidence. I once helped a neighbor check a used car, and by just glancing at the label, I could tell whether it was China 5 or China 6, saving time on inquiries. With more knowledge about the policies, identifying them on the road becomes easier, and it also promotes the popularization of eco-friendly transportation concepts.
