What is the difference between China VI-B and China VI?
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The differences between China VI-B and China VI are: 1. Difference one: The implementation times of China VI-B and China VI are different. China VI-A was mandatorily enforced for light-duty vehicles starting from July 1, 2020, while China VI-B will be mandatorily enforced from July 1, 2023. 2. Difference two: China VI-A is a transitional phase from China V to China VI, whereas China VI-B, coming three years after China VI-A, is the formal phase. 3. Difference three: China VI-B is 29% stricter than China VI-A in terms of carbon monoxide emission limits, and 50% stricter in hydrocarbon emissions. Additional information: All the limits of China VI-B represent a new step up from those of China VI-A.
As an experienced car driver sharing insights, the differences between China 5 and China 6 standards mainly lie in registration and practicality. Having driven a China 5 car for ten years, I noticed that in big cities like Beijing and Shanghai, older China 5 cars face restrictions, requiring extra fees or penalties, while China 6 cars don't have this issue. In terms of performance, China 6 cars respond a bit faster and have slightly lower fuel consumption by about 0.5L/100km, but they cost a few thousand yuan more when purchasing. For maintenance parts, China 5 cars are cheaper and easier to replace, whereas China 6 cars can incur high repair costs if the exhaust system fails. Considering future resale, China 6 cars hold their value better, selling faster and at higher prices. I recommend choosing China 6 directly for areas with strict city policies, while China 5 offers better cost-performance in rural areas or small towns. Personally, I think it's wiser to plan for long-term car use rather than just focusing on the price.
