Why are China VI vehicles about to be discontinued?
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Some regions are about to implement the "China VI" emission standard, known as the "strictest emission standard in history." After the implementation of China VI, some vehicle models will be forced to discontinue and exit the market due to their failure to meet the China VI standard. Models discontinued for not meeting the China VI standard: 1. Prado: The Prado has always been a "perennial favorite" in the domestic off-road vehicle market, known for its durability, excellent performance, and high resale value. FAW Toyota Prado in China only produced 2.7L and 3.5L models, with the lower-end 2.7L model being the "mainstay" of Prado sales. After its discontinuation two years ago, consumers could only purchase the Middle East version 2700 through parallel imports. Currently, the most popular Prado in the domestic market is the Middle East version due to its better off-road capability. However, most Middle Eastern countries are still implementing the "Euro V" standard, making it almost impossible for this version to meet the China VI standard. 2. Honda Fit: Affected by the China VI emission standard, the Fit will no longer be equipped with the engine that made it famous. It is understood that future "China VI" Fits will be equipped with a 1.0T inline three-cylinder engine. For a model, a generational change usually means upgrades and progress, but for the Fit, it may be a compromise to adapt to the "China VI" standard. In addition, Toyota's 2.0-liter naturally aspirated engine will also face difficulties in upgrading and may be replaced by other powertrains. Models equipped with this powertrain include the highly popular Camry and Lexus ES, so Toyota will definitely consider a powertrain upgrade.
I heard that China VI vehicles are going to be discontinued, and I just found out about this. The main reason is that the country is promoting stricter emission standards, like the China VII policy, which is already in the works and is expected to be implemented around 2025. Automakers need to adjust their production lines in advance to meet the standards. Additionally, the electric vehicle market is booming, with government subsidies supporting it, so manufacturers are shifting resources to new energy vehicles. A friend of mine who works at a car dealership said there's quite a bit of China VI b inventory, and manufacturers are clearing stock before discontinuing production to avoid waste. This is good for the environment, reducing pollution, but for us car owners, we might need to consider changing cars sooner to avoid difficulties in finding parts for repairs. By the way, policies change quickly—my own car is China VI and still in use, with no impact for now, but if buying a new car, I’d have to choose one with the new standard or go electric.
As someone who has been following the automotive industry for a long time, I believe the discontinuation of China VI vehicles is mainly policy-driven. The government tightens emission regulations every year, and the upcoming China VII standards will be even stricter, involving more testing requirements, forcing automakers to upgrade their technologies to comply. Meanwhile, the rapid adoption of electric vehicles, with explosive sales from brands like BYD and Tesla, has naturally led to a shift in production capacity away from traditional fuel vehicles. I've also observed that adjustments in import tariffs have impacted production plans for certain models. Manufacturers now prefer higher-margin vehicles, and discontinuing older models helps optimize costs. In short, this is part of the broader environmental trend, and consumers can take advantage of discounted deals. The market changes quickly, so we need to stay updated with the news.
Recently, we talked about this issue. The halt in production of China VI vehicles is mainly due to policy upgrades. The country plans to introduce China VII, and automakers need to adapt. Additionally, electric vehicles have an advantage, and the government supports reducing the production of traditional vehicles. It's progress environmentally, but we car owners might have to consider changing cars earlier. Anyway, the trend is to make way for new energy vehicles.
