What Does China-Specification Vehicle Mean?
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China-specification vehicles are cars sold and used in China, while those sold and used in the United States and Europe are referred to as US-spec and Euro-spec vehicles, respectively. Examples of China-spec vehicles include Aston Martin, Audi China-spec, Alfa Romeo China-spec, imported Mercedes-Benz China-spec, and Mercedes-AMG China-spec. Taking Aston Martin as an example: Aston Martin is a brand under Ford, with its headquarters located in Gaydon, UK, and was founded by Lionel Martin and Robert Bamford. The car brands under Aston Martin include: DBX, Lagonda, V8 Vantage, DB11, and DBS. Taking the DBX as an example: The DBX is a mid-to-large-sized SUV with dimensions of 5039mm in length, 1998mm in width, and 1680mm in height, a wheelbase of 3060mm, a body type of a 5-door, 5-seat sedan, a 9-speed automatic transmission, and a top speed of 291 kilometers per hour.
China-spec vehicles are model versions specifically designed for the Chinese market, fully compliant with all Chinese regulatory standards. I paid attention to this when buying a car because our country has particularly strict emission and safety requirements. For example, China-spec models must meet the China VI emission standard, and both the engine and exhaust system need to be adjusted to accommodate domestic gasoline quality. Additionally, in terms of safety features, China-spec vehicles are mandated to include more assistive functions, such as electronic stability systems or child seat anchors. While imported U.S.-spec or Euro-spec cars can be driven, they require modifications to be legally roadworthy, and if not done properly, you might end up spending unnecessary money. Overall, China-spec vehicles are hassle-free and cost-effective, with more convenient maintenance, so I recommend choosing the China-spec version for domestic use.
