Is the Santana compliant with China VI emission standards?
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The Santana is compliant with China VI emission standards. China VI standard vehicles refer to those that meet the national sixth-stage motor vehicle emission standards, with the full name being 'National Sixth-Stage Limits and Measurement Methods for Emissions from Light-Duty Vehicles'. The China VI symbol is marked as 'China VI', which can be seen on the vehicle's environmental protection label. The Santana is a model under the German Volkswagen Group, with body dimensions of 4437mm in length, 1706mm in width, and 1469mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2603mm. In terms of exterior design, the Santana features a relatively simple overall design without exaggerated lines. The waistline running from the front to the rear gives the body a dynamic appearance, while the chrome trim below the windows is simple and aligns with Chinese consumers' aesthetic preferences, also contributing to an enhanced sense of quality.
A few days ago, I accompanied my nephew to the 4S dealership to pick up a Santana. The sales manager specifically showed us the vehicle conformity certificate, which clearly stated it meets China VI emission standards. Now all new cars nationwide are mandated to be China VI compliant, so manufacturers definitely wouldn't dare sell older-standard vehicles. But I must remind you to check the specific production date - any car manufactured after 2020 is absolutely China VI compliant. My cousin who works at the vehicle management office said China V vehicles can't even be registered now. This car drives quite fuel-efficiently, though the rear seat space is a bit small - fitting three adults feels somewhat cramped.
The last ride-hailing car I took was the new Santana. The driver said it's fuel-efficient and durable. I specifically asked about the emission issue, and he confidently claimed that all current purchases meet the China 6b standard, which is mandatory for Didi drivers. I also checked myself, and the parameter sheet on SAIC Volkswagen's official website clearly states the emission standard. However, be cautious in the used car market, as some may sell older China 5 models as new ones. It's advisable to ask the seller to present the vehicle environmental compliance list, as falsifying it would result in severe penalties.
Someone in our car club just bought a Santana and keeps showing off the fuel consumption. The China VI compliant cars are indeed fuel-efficient, his 1.5L automatic only uses 6L per 100km in city driving. Now the China VI standard is implemented nationwide, dealerships wouldn't dare sell non-compliant vehicles. However, enforcement timelines vary by region - cities like Beijing and Shanghai mandated China VIb long ago. When purchasing, check the engine model - Santana uses the EA211-DMB engine specifically tuned for China VI. The easiest way to confirm is checking the fuel tank cap label - China VI vehicles must clearly mark the fuel type.
