What is a China VI vehicle?

[SanErin]

China VI vehicle refers to the national sixth-stage motor vehicle pollutant emission standards, which include: emission limits and measurement methods for pollutants from light-duty vehicles, and emission limits and measurement methods for pollutants from heavy-duty diesel vehicles. The purpose is to prevent environmental pollution caused by exhaust emissions from compression-ignition and gas-fueled spark-ignition engine vehicles, protect the ecological environment, and safeguard human health. The China VI standards are: 1. A 50% reduction in carbon monoxide emissions from gasoline vehicles; 2. A 50% reduction in the emission limits for total hydrocarbons and non-methane hydrocarbons; 3. A 42% reduction in the emission limits for nitrogen oxides.

[DiJackson]

As an ordinary driver, I pay quite a bit of attention to China 6 vehicles. Simply put, a China 6 vehicle is a car that meets the national sixth-stage emission standards. With increasingly stringent environmental requirements, China 6 vehicles emit far fewer pollutants compared to the previous China 5 vehicles, especially in controlling particulate matter and nitrogen oxides, which are major contributors to air pollution. I recall that China 6 is further divided into two phases, a and b, with the b standard being even stricter. Buying such a car not only has a smaller environmental impact but also holds its value better in the long run, as some cities now restrict the registration of China 5 vehicles. Although China 6 vehicles might be slightly more expensive, I think they're worth the investment.

[MacEleanor]

From an environmental perspective, I believe China VI vehicles represent a major milestone in the automotive industry's emission reduction efforts. The emission standards they adhere to are nearly 50% stricter than previous models, significantly reducing harmful substances like carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons. The government implemented this standard to make the skies bluer, especially in large cities with poor air quality. I've observed that current China VI vehicles employ more advanced exhaust treatment technologies, such as improved three-way catalysts with increased precious metal content, and are equipped with more sensitive sensors. Although producing these vehicles incurs higher costs, the trade-off is cleaner air for everyone to breathe.

[VincentAnn]

From a technical perspective, China VI vehicles refer to those compliant with the GB18352.6-2016 standard. This standard specifies detailed requirements for cold-start emissions and real-world driving emission data. To meet the standard, automakers have implemented numerous engine improvements: optimizing combustion systems to reduce unburned hydrocarbons, enhancing exhaust gas recirculation to control nitrogen oxides, and adding particulate filters to capture PM2.5. More crucially, real-time monitoring systems have been installed to immediately trigger malfunction indicators if exhaust exceeds limits. These combined technologies maintain pollutant emissions at extremely low levels.

[VanLucille]

From a policy perspective, China VI vehicles are mandatory standards introduced by the Ministry of Ecology and Environment to control air pollution. In July 2019, some provinces and cities first implemented China VIa, and in July last year, the stricter China VIb was implemented nationwide. This policy directly affects car purchases: vehicles that do not meet the standards cannot be registered; the transfer of older vehicles is also restricted, making cross-province relocation of China V vehicles very difficult; some heavy-duty vehicles must meet the standards by 2025. I recommend paying attention to the environmental protection checklist when buying a car, as only those with RDE testing are genuine China VI compliant. Nowadays, newly manufactured vehicles are basically up to standard.

[McCharlotte]

For friends who want to buy a car, let me tell you that the biggest advantage of China VI vehicles is fewer policy restrictions. Currently, in cities like Beijing and Shanghai, China V vehicles can't even get license plates, while China VI vehicles have no obstacles. In the used car market, China VI vehicles also retain their value better and are easier to resell in the future. Although the price of new cars might be three to five thousand higher, they have better fuel adaptability and can use ethanol gasoline. They also have higher emission compliance rates during inspections. When purchasing, make sure to check the emission standards on the vehicle conformity certificate or the environmental protection sheet that comes with the car. If you plan to hold onto the car for a long time, choosing a China VI vehicle is definitely the right choice.