What License Plate Does the Avalon Hybrid Get?
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Asian Dragon Hybrid gets a blue license plate because it is not purely electric; it is a hybrid vehicle and cannot get a green license plate. The Asian Dragon Hybrid is a new-generation mid-to-large-sized sedan under FAW Toyota, built on Toyota's "TNGA" architecture. Its large-mouth front grille leaves a deep impression on consumers. In terms of safety features, the Asian Dragon comes standard with 10 airbags and the TSS Toyota Safety Sense system. For practical configurations, it includes LED headlights, an electric sunroof, engine start-stop, keyless entry and start, a color central control screen, automatic air conditioning, rear air vents, and independent climate control zones.
I just bought a Toyota Avalon Hybrid, and it was directly registered with a regular blue license plate. In China, this kind of hybrid car doesn't plug in, relying purely on the engine and motor working together to save fuel, so it's not considered a new energy vehicle. As a result, policy dictates it can only get a blue plate. The registration process was simple—just one trip to the DMV with my ID, purchase invoice, vehicle certification, and compulsory insurance ready. The cost was a few hundred yuan. In cities like Beijing and Shanghai, it's tough without a license plate quota, but it's easier elsewhere. After driving it for a while, it's indeed fuel-efficient, averaging just over 4 liters per 100 km, making it very economical for daily commutes. The only downside is no green plate subsidies. If you really want to switch to new energy, wait for policy changes or consider pure electric models.
I understand the license plate issue with the Asian Dragon Hybrid. Generally, it requires a regular blue license plate because it's a non-plug-in hybrid vehicle that doesn't meet the new energy standards. The policy is strict, so a blue plate is unavoidable. The registration process depends on local regulations: in big cities, you might need to participate in a lottery or bid for a license plate quota, which could cost tens of thousands; in smaller cities, it's easier—just submit the required documents (including ID copy, car purchase invoice, and environmental checklist) at the vehicle management office, and it can be done in half a day. Considerations like fuel prices matter—hybrids save fuel, reducing monthly fuel costs by 200-300 yuan, making it worthwhile in the long run. If policies loosen up and green plates expand to include such vehicles in the future, things might change. For now, just drive it steadily.
