What is the emission standard of the ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord?
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The ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord complies with the China 5 emission standard, with the following details: 1. Starting from 2018, China implemented the China 5 emission standard nationwide for motor vehicles. 2. Compared to the China 4 standard, the China 5 standard is expected to reduce annual nitrogen oxide emissions by approximately 1,000 tons for newly added vehicles. 3. According to national requirements, vehicles sold and registered after July 1, 2020, must comply with the China 6 standard. The China 6 standard is implemented in two phases: 1. From July 1, 2020, all light-duty vehicles sold and registered must meet the "China 6a" limit requirements. 2. From July 1, 2023, all light-duty vehicles sold and registered must meet the "China 6b" limit requirements.
I remember when I first bought my ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord, it was early 2016, and it already met the China 5 emission standards. My old neighbor in the community also has the same model, purchased in 2015, and checking the vehicle certification shows it's China 5 compliant. Driving in the city has never encountered any traffic restrictions, and it passes the emission test during annual inspections with ease, very hassle-free. If you're looking for a used ninth-and-a-half-generation Accord, focus on models from 2015 to 2017, as they are mostly China 5 compliant. The key is to check the environmental label and verify it online or at the vehicle management office for accuracy. The China 5 cars I've driven have stable fuel efficiency and clean emissions, much more environmentally friendly than older models, and are highly recommended.
