Which year does China V vehicles refer to?
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China V vehicles refer to those from 2012. The China V emission standard, officially known as the National Fifth Stage Motor Vehicle Emission Standard, was implemented nationwide on January 1, 2017. Compared to China IV, the China V standard is more stringent, resulting in fewer pollutants emitted, making it more environmentally friendly. The emission control level of the China V standard is equivalent to the Euro 5 emission standard currently implemented in Europe. The European Union has been enforcing this standard since 2009, which imposes stricter limits on nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons, carbon monoxide, and particulate matter from motor vehicles. From China I to China V, each upgrade in the standard reduces vehicle pollution by 30% to 50%.
I think China 5 vehicles generally refer to those that were mandatorily enforced nationwide starting from January 1, 2017. Prior to that, major cities like Beijing and Shanghai began piloting and promoting them around 2013. As a car enthusiast, I've always followed the updates in emission standards. From China 1 to China 5, the goal has been to reduce vehicle exhaust pollution. The China 5 standard imposes stricter limits on nitrogen oxides and particulate matter, requiring many older models to be upgraded before they can hit the road. Nowadays, new cars mostly comply with China 6 standards, but China 5 vehicles remain popular in the used car market, especially those economical models produced between 2017 and 2019. With proper maintenance, they can be quite durable. However, drivers need to be mindful of urban driving restrictions, as some areas prohibit high-emission vehicles from entering.
