What emission standard does a 2016 car belong to?

[AmeliaMarie]

2016 cars comply with either China IV or China V emission standards. Detailed information is as follows: 1. China V emission standard was implemented from January 1, 2017, but some regions adopted it earlier. 2. The original vehicle registration certificate contains this record. 3. Check the label behind the environmental protection compliance mark on the vehicle. 4. Bring the vehicle registration certificate to the local DMV for inquiry. 5. The vehicle qualification certificate contains emission standard information in a string of characters. Log in to the Motor Vehicle Exhaust Pollution Supervision and Management Center website and enter these characters as prompted to check.

[MacMaverick]

I remember back in 2016 when I was buying a car, the emission standards were being upgraded from China IV to China V, so most cars were China V compliant. This was because the national mandatory implementation of China V standards across the country only came into effect in July 2017, but many major cities like Beijing and Shanghai had already adopted the China V standard ahead of time in 2016. The car I picked was manufactured in March, and after checking the environmental information on the vehicle registration certificate, sure enough, it was labeled as China V. If you're buying a used car now, most 2016 models are likely to be China V compliant, especially those produced in the second half of the year, making them better for circulation in cities with driving restrictions compared to China IV cars. Emission standards are quite important for resale value; China V cars generally have slightly higher second-hand prices and sell faster. Before buying, it's best to check the vehicle's nameplate or use an app to look up the VIN code to ensure you don't get a bad deal.

[DelJoel]

As someone who has long been concerned about air quality, most cars in 2016 complied with the China V emission standards, which reduced pollutant limits compared to China IV, such as a roughly 25% decrease in nitrogen oxides, making them more beneficial for urban haze control. Environmental regulations advanced rapidly during that era, with 2016 being a critical transition period for China V standards. Eastern regions had already fully implemented them, although nationwide mandatory enforcement occurred in 2017. Driving such cars can slightly reduce your carbon footprint, but don't overlook regular maintenance, such as using higher-quality engine oil and cleaning fuel injectors, to ensure emissions compliance, prolong the vehicle's lifespan, and protect the environment. When choosing a car, prioritize those meeting China V or higher standards to avoid the environmental burden of older regulations.

[Dawson]

Wondering about your 2016 car's emission standard? Just check the environmental label on the back of the vehicle license or the Certificate of Conformity. Most are China V, with China IV being rare, as China V was widely adopted that year and became nationally mandatory in 2017. If unsure, log into the Traffic Management 12123 App or the environmental authority's website and enter the VIN for verification. Don't bother guessing—a quick check will do. Higher emission standards affect registration city restrictions; China V cars are easier to transfer, saving you hassle.