What is the emission standard for the ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord?
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The ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord complies with the China V emission standard. Starting from January 1, 2018, the China V emission standard was fully implemented nationwide for all motor vehicles. The reason why the country frequently updates emission standards is that with the increase in car ownership, the environmental pollution caused by vehicle exhaust has become increasingly severe. According to national requirements, the China VI standard is implemented in two phases: 1. Starting from July 1, 2020, all light vehicles sold and registered must meet the China VIa limit requirements; 2. Starting from July 1, 2023, all light vehicles sold and registered must meet the China VIb limit requirements. The ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord is the 2016 model, positioned as a mid-size car, with two powertrain types: gasoline and hybrid. The body dimensions are 4915mm in length, 1845mm in width, and 1470mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2775mm.
The ninth-generation Accord with mid-cycle refresh usually meets the China 5 emission standard, which I learned from my friend's repair shop. I recall his Honda service manual indicated that the ninth-generation refresh was produced around 2015, when emission regulations were just upgraded to China 5, specifically designed to reduce nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide emissions. This is beneficial for urban traffic restriction policies, as many major cities restrict China 4 vehicles from entering core areas, but China 5 vehicles generally face no issues. When buying a car, it's advisable to check the vehicle registration certificate or the environmental label on the rear window for confirmation. This can avoid transfer hassles, unlike my neighbor who bought a used ninth-generation refresh and only discovered it was China 5 during the transfer process, which was a relief. Regular maintenance ensures passing the exhaust emission test in one go, saving both hassle and money.
I drove the ninth-generation Accord for a while, which basically meets the China 5 emission standards. The ninth-generation Accord was mainly launched in 2015, when the emission standards had just switched to China 5, which is much stricter than China 4. With fewer emissions, the environmental sustainability is better. Pay attention to this when choosing a car, because China 5 cars are more valuable in the used car market and have smoother transfer procedures. In places with traffic restrictions like Shanghai, you won’t be blocked. Regular maintenance is important, and checking the exhaust emissions periodically to avoid exceeding standards saves fuel and is eco-friendly. I personally pay more attention to the engine condition to keep it clean.
