Is the 10th-generation Accord compliant with China National V or China National VI emission standards?
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The 10th-generation Accord meets the China National V Phase II emission standards. However, with the widespread adoption of China National VI, models compliant with the China National VI standards will gradually be introduced to the market. Currently, most cities in China still allow vehicles with China National III emission standards to operate on the road, but first-tier cities like Beijing, Shanghai, and Guangzhou have already banned China National III vehicles. With the implementation of China National VI standards, many cities are increasingly raising their emission requirements. The dimensions of the all-new 10th-generation Accord are 4893mm in length, 1862mm in width, and 1449mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2830mm. Compared to the previous generation, the wheelbase has increased, the width remains unchanged, and other dimensions have been reduced.
Speaking of whether the 10th-generation Accord meets China 5 or China 6 emission standards, I think it really depends on the specific year. I've followed this car closely. When it was first launched in 2018, many early models still adhered to the China 5 standard because regulations hadn't changed yet. However, by 2019 when China began implementing China 6 standards, Honda adjusted the engines, and most 10th-generation Accords were upgraded to China 6. This brings many benefits—lower emissions, making it more environmentally friendly to drive, especially in cities with strict traffic restrictions where China 6 vehicles are less likely to face penalties. When buying, it's best to check the manufacturing date on the nameplate; models produced after 2019 are definitely China 6, so you won’t regret it. Maintenance hasn’t changed much, but China 6 used cars tend to hold their value better. In short, confirm the year first before making a purchase—it’s safer and more worry-free.
I've researched automotive emission standards. The 10th-gen Accord was likely China 5 compliant in early 2018, meeting older regulations, but mostly transitioned to China 6 after 2019. The China 6 standards are stricter with significantly reduced carbon emissions and optimized catalytic converters. Technically, this isn't a major upgrade that would make the car faster or drastically reduce fuel consumption, but the environmental benefits are noticeable, especially in big cities with cleaner air. For new car purchases, directly choose China 6 models. For used cars, check the VIN or nameplate label - those manufactured after mid-2019 should be fine. For long-term ownership, China 6 compliance is more favorable for environmental inspections, helping avoid potential issues.
