What is the emission standard for cars after 2015?
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15 years later, the car is the fifth national emission standard. The following is a detailed introduction to the fifth national emission standard models: Identification: The identification of the fifth national emission standard is 'V', which is marked with Roman numerals. Emission: The carbon monoxide emission of the fifth national standard gasoline vehicle is 1000 mg/km. Compared with the fourth national standard, the sulfur content of the fifth national standard gasoline is reduced by 80%. Taking the same displacement car as an example, the sulfur dioxide emission of 5 fifth national standard cars is equivalent to that of 1 fourth national standard car. Purchase and registration: Whether you can buy a fifth national standard car depends on the local implementation policy. If the sixth national standard has been implemented in your location, the fifth national standard car will not be able to be registered.
I remember back in 2015 when buying a car, we still had to pay attention to emission standards. Some new cars at that time were still labeled as China IV because many regions were gradually transitioning then. After 2017, there was a full upgrade to China V, and all new cars nationwide had to meet the standard. My own car, purchased in 2017, is China V compliant. By 2020, almost all cars are China VI compliant. Emission standards change quickly, mainly depending on the vehicle's registration year: 2015-2016 might be China IV or V, 2017-2019 are usually China V, and post-2020 is China VI. To confirm, you need to check the green environmental label or enter the VIN code on the environmental website to check the historical records. After all, emissions affect the used car market. For example, China IV vehicles might not be allowed to drive in cities with strict traffic restrictions. If you don’t check carefully when buying a car, you’ll be the one at a disadvantage. When changing cars, I always check the emission level first to avoid trouble during the transfer process.
As a car enthusiast who deals with vehicles all day, I'm quite familiar with the fact that most new cars after 2015 adopted the China 5 emission standards. I remember before the nationwide mandatory implementation of China 5 in 2017, some regions were still using China 4 standards. Nowadays, cars manufactured after 2020 generally start from China 6 standards. The upgrade in emission standards significantly impacts vehicle performance – higher standards like China 5 and China 6 engines are more environmentally friendly and efficient, with lower-emission vehicles releasing fewer harmful gases, contributing to cleaner air. To check emission standards, you can refer to the vehicle registration certificate or directly scan the environmental label; online tools can provide precise data by entering the VIN. If considering a used car purchase, China 5 and above vehicles have unrestricted access in cities, while China 4 vehicles face restrictions in some areas. I also recommend consulting sales personnel when buying a car, as they can provide official data sheets to ensure accuracy.
