What is the emission standard for the 2009 BYD F3?
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2009 BYD F3 complies with China National III emission standard. Emission standards refer to the permissible levels of pollutants in vehicle exhaust, which mainly include harmful gases such as carbon monoxide, hydrocarbons, nitrogen oxides, particulate matter, and soot. The dimensions of the 2009 BYD F3 are: length 4533mm, width 1705mm, height 1490mm, with a wheelbase of 2600mm, a fuel tank capacity of 50 liters, and a trunk capacity of 430 liters. The 2009 BYD F3 features a MacPherson strut independent front suspension and a torsion beam non-independent rear suspension. It is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 106 PS, a maximum power of 78 kW, and a maximum torque of 134 Nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The emission standard of the 2009 BYD F3 depends on the specific production time, as 2009 was a critical transition year from China III to China IV standards. I remember that vehicles manufactured before July generally adhered to the China III standard, while those produced after July were upgraded to China IV. This transitional period between old and new standards can be quite confusing—just like when I was helping my cousin look for a used car and found that even F3 models from the same 2009 lineup had completely different emission labels. If you own this car, the most reliable way to check is to refer to the environmental label on the windshield or the vehicle conformity certificate. Many cities now impose strict restrictions on China III vehicles, so it’s best to confirm this in advance.
As a seasoned BYD driver with over a decade of experience, I often get asked about the emissions standards of the 2009 F3. This model falls right between China III and China IV standards, and the key is to check the production month. If the certificate shows GB18352.3-2005, it's China IV; if it's GB18352.2-2001, then it's China III. Here's a quick tip: open the passenger door and check the B-pillar nameplate for the exact production date. Cars manufactured after July are mostly China IV compliant. However, keep in mind that policy enforcement varied by region back then, with some areas delaying implementation by two months.
