What is the emission standard for cars produced in 2016?
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Cars produced in 2016 comply with the China V emission standard. The China V emission standard was implemented nationwide on January 1, 2017. Car owners can identify the emission standard of their vehicles through the car's invoice, environmental label, and vehicle registration certificate. Introduction to the China V emission standard: The China V standard is the fifth stage national standard for motor vehicle pollutant emissions. It imposes stricter limits on nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter emitted by motor vehicles. The aim is to reduce and prevent pollution from vehicle exhaust, protect the ecological environment, and ensure human health. Requirements of the China V emission standard: The China V emission standard requires that for every kilometer driven, a car must not emit more than 1000 milligrams of carbon monoxide; no more than 68 milligrams of non-methane hydrocarbons; no more than 60 milligrams of nitrogen oxides; and no more than 4.5 milligrams of particulate matter.
I've been repairing cars for over a decade and am very familiar with the 2016 vehicle emission issues. Most new cars that year met the China 5 emission standard, which is China's fifth-stage limit standard for vehicle pollutant emissions. China 5 was officially implemented nationwide in early 2017, but automakers had already upgraded their technologies and started promoting it as early as 2016. Therefore, mainstream brands like Volkswagen and Toyota all complied with China 5 standards for their new cars on the market. If you own a 2016 vehicle, checking the emission standard is simple—just look at the vehicle conformity certificate or the environmental green label, where you'll find the 'China V' mark. The China 5 standard is stricter than the previous China 4, reducing PM2.5 and nitrogen oxide emissions, which is crucial for environmental protection. In daily driving, China 5-compliant vehicles have more stable engine performance, but long-term use may lead to aging of the emission system. It's recommended to check the OBD system every six months to avoid malfunction indicator lights affecting annual inspections. Maintenance is also straightforward—just regularly replace the air filter and engine oil.
