How to Distinguish Between National VI and National V Santana?

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LaGrace
07/30/25 2:57am
Methods to distinguish between National VI and National V Santana: 1. Check the fuel tank capacity: The National VI emission standard model has a fuel tank capacity of 52.8 liters; the National V emission standard model has a fuel tank capacity of 55 liters. 2. Check the engine power: The National VI emission standard model has a maximum horsepower of 111 hp and a maximum power of 82 kW; the National V emission standard model has a maximum horsepower of 110 hp and a maximum power of 81 kW. The Santana is a compact car with dimensions of 4437 mm in length, 1706 mm in width, and 1469 mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2603 mm. The Santana features front-wheel drive, with a front suspension type of MacPherson independent suspension and a rear suspension type of torsion beam non-independent suspension.
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