What type of vehicles can a Class C license drive?

[EverettLynn]

According to relevant regulations, a Class C license allows driving passenger cars and minivans with fewer than 9 seats, but does not permit driving trucks. As stipulated in the 'Regulations on the Application and Use of Motor Vehicle Driving Licenses,' the permitted driving scope for a C1 license includes small and micro passenger vehicles, as well as light and micro cargo vehicles; light, small, and micro special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer. Based on these standards, a C1 license holder cannot operate vehicles with more than 9 seats. Relevant information about driving licenses is as follows: 1. Introduction: The Motor Vehicle Driving License of the People's Republic of China, commonly referred to as a 'driver's license,' is a mandatory certification required by law for motor vehicle drivers in China. 2. Examination Content: The test subjects include traffic regulations and related knowledge, field driving, and road driving (including safe and civilized driving).

[MacDerek]

Yesterday, I accompanied my friend to the vehicle inspection office, where the staff clearly stated that a C1 driver's license only allows driving vehicles with a maximum of 9 seats, including the driver. This is because the C1 license is restricted to small vehicles with a length not exceeding 6 meters and a total weight under 4.5 tons. Common models like 7-seat MPVs and 9-seat commercial vehicles are fine, but vehicles exceeding this seat capacity, such as Jinbei minivans or medium-sized buses, require a B license. The 8-seat GL8 my friend rented passed inspection smoothly, but I reminded him to be careful not to be misled by modified 11-seat models, as illegal driving can result in a 12-point penalty.

[EzraRose]

Last year, I had a firsthand experience renting a car for a road trip, and I learned that the primary consideration for a Class C license is the seating capacity limit. The maximum allowable seating for a standard C1 driver's license is 9 seats, including the driver as one seat. This is crucial when selecting a vehicle. For example, the Mercedes-Benz V-Class in business class configuration comes in both 7-seat and 9-seat variants—make sure not to choose the wrong one. Additionally, the total vehicle weight must not exceed 4.5 tons. While older extended Lincoln models are luxurious, their length exceeds the limit and makes them non-compliant. I still remember seeing traffic police inspecting vehicles at a toll station, where a minivan was overloaded because the owner thought modifications could help bypass the rules.

[EmiliaLee]

I often handle driver's license inquiries, and the rules for Class C licenses are clear: the maximum number of passengers including the driver cannot exceed 9. For example, ordinary 5-seat sedans or 7-seat urban SUVs like the Highlander are fine, but school buses or tourist coaches with more seats require a license upgrade. The key is to check the vehicle type marked on the registration certificate—some extended luxury cars may have fewer seats but exceed 6 meters in length, which is also not allowed. A simple rule to remember: blue license plate vehicles are usually okay, but yellow license plate passenger vehicles are definitely not permitted.