Used cars are eligible for government subsidies under certain conditions, but specific policies and subsidy levels may vary depending on time, region, and the specific circumstances of the vehicle. The following is information on government subsidies for used cars, compiled based on current policies:
Subsidy Targets and Conditions
Scrappage and Renewal Subsidy: This subsidy is available to individual consumers who scrap their old vehicles that meet certain conditions and purchase a new one. The old vehicle must be a gasoline passenger car (registered before June 30, 2012), a diesel or other fuel-powered passenger car (registered before June 30, 2014), or a new energy passenger car (registered before December 31, 2018). The new vehicle must be a new energy passenger car listed in the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology's "Catalogue of New Energy Vehicle Models Exempt from Vehicle Purchase Tax" or a gasoline passenger car with a displacement of 2.0 liters or less.
Replacement and Renewal Subsidy: This subsidy is available to individual consumers who complete the transfer of ownership of a used vehicle through formal channels and purchase a new one. The old vehicle must be registered in the applicant's name before the specified time, and the new vehicle must be a first-time registered passenger car.
Subsidy Standards
Scrap and Replacement Subsidy: A subsidy of 20,000 yuan is offered for scrapping eligible old vehicles and purchasing new energy passenger vehicles; a subsidy of 15,000 yuan is offered for scrapping eligible gasoline-powered passenger vehicles and purchasing gasoline-powered passenger vehicles with a displacement of 2.0 liters or less.
Replacement Subsidy: Subsidy standards vary by region, and the specific amount is determined based on local policies. For example, some regions may provide subsidies based on the price of new vehicles or different subsidy amounts based on the type of old vehicle.
Application Process
★ Scrap and Replacement Subsidy Application:
Scrap your old vehicle and obtain relevant supporting documents (such as a "Scrapped Motor Vehicle Recycling Certificate" or "Motor Vehicle Cancellation Certificate").
Purchase a new vehicle and obtain relevant supporting documents (such as a "Motor Vehicle Sales Unified Invoice" or "Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate").
Log in to the National Automobile Circulation Information Management System website or the "Trade-in" app, fill in the subsidy type based on the vehicle type, and upload personal information, including the bank debit card account information for the subsidy application. Submit a subsidy application to the subsidy acceptance location (i.e., the location where the "Motor Vehicle Sales Unified Invoice" was issued).
★ Replacement and Renewal Subsidy Application:
Complete a used car transaction and obtain relevant supporting documents (such as the "Used Car Sales Unified Invoice" and "Motor Vehicle Registration Certificate" (after the transfer of ownership)).
Purchase a new car and obtain relevant supporting documents for the new car.
Submit subsidy application materials through designated platforms (such as the "Yunsuanfu App"), including valid personal identification information, vehicle identification numbers for new and used vehicles, and relevant supporting documents.
Submit a subsidy application to the subsidy acceptance location.
Notes
Subsidy policies are time-sensitive. Please ensure you apply for subsidies within the policy validity period.
Submitting true and complete information for subsidy applications may affect the review result.
Subsidy policies may vary by region. It is recommended to consult local authorities for the latest information before purchasing a vehicle.