Is the Mercedes-Benz C260 compliant with China 5 or China 6 emission standards?
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Currently, the Mercedes-Benz C260 models on sale include both China 5 and China 6 variants. Here is a relevant introduction about China 5 and China 6 models: 1. Concept: China 5 and China 6 are national automobile emission standards designed to limit vehicle pollutant emissions. 2. Advantages: Compared to China 5 and China 6 models, China 4 and China 3 models may face risks of being banned from driving or restricted in certain areas. Although most cities across the country have not imposed driving bans or restrictions on China 4 and China 3 models, some first-tier cities have already placed restrictions on the transfer of used China 4 and China 3 vehicles.
Whether the Mercedes-Benz C260 meets China National 5 or China National 6 emission standards depends on the specific model year. With over a decade of experience in the automotive industry, I've seen many cases. Generally, vehicles produced before 2019 mostly comply with China National 5 standards, as many cities hadn't mandated China National 6 at that time. However, models manufactured after 2020 have mostly upgraded to China National 6b, with completely redesigned exhaust treatment systems and different exhaust pipe structures. When checking used cars, carefully examine the environmental compliance documents - the production date on the B-pillar nameplate is most reliable. Some transition-period vehicles produced in 2019 are particularly interesting, as the same model might have both China National 5 and National 6 batches, identifiable by the 10th digit of the VIN. I recommend checking the chassis number on the 'Motor Vehicle Environmental Protection Website' for the most accurate information. Currently, China National 6 compliant vehicles retain about 5% higher resale value.
