Is China National V or China National VI better for cars?
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China National V is better. Here are the relevant introductions about China National V: 1. Cost-effective. In June, many dealers are clearing China National V inventory with unprecedented discounts, some even offering free purchase tax, free compulsory traffic insurance, and waived license plate fees, selling at a loss, equivalent to buying a new car at used car prices. This alone should make you consider buying China National V. 2. China National V vehicles should not be affected from being on the road within ten years. The ban on China National V sales means that new China National V vehicles cannot be registered in currently implemented regions, but there are no driving restrictions. In fact, there are still many China National III vehicles on the road. A new car can be driven for ten years, and you might be thinking of changing to a new car by then. 3. China National VI cars are more expensive with higher costs. The same brand and model of China National VI cars are more expensive than China National V versions, and after July, changes in purchase tax and other factors will further increase the cost of buying a car.
I recently changed my car and considered this issue. I used to drive a China V vehicle, which felt quite cost-effective initially with a lower purchase price. But over time, maintenance became troublesome, failing emission standards affected annual inspections, and even access to urban areas was restricted. Now I drive a China VI vehicle—although more expensive to buy, it's much cleaner in emissions, improves air quality, and has significantly lower fuel consumption, making it more economical in the long run. Policy-wise, China VI is the trend, and next year more cities will restrict China V vehicles, causing their resale value to plummet. The extra cost for a new one isn't much, offering long-term peace of mind and environmental benefits. Plus, the engine is more reliable, less prone to minor issues compared to China V, with noticeably improved overall performance.
