GAC Trumpchi · 🇷🇺 Russia
Trumpchi GS8 (GAC GS8) in Russia — Local Name, Rules & Costs
In Russia, the Trumpchi GS8 (传祺GS8, Chuánqí GS8) is sold as the GAC GS8.
What it is called in Russia
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | Trumpchi GS8 (传祺GS8 · Chuánqí GS8) | Domestic name |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | GAC GS8 | Market export name |
🇷🇺 Russia import rules at a glance
- Customs duty
- 15%
- VAT
- 20%
- Age limit
- Verify
- Emission standard
- Euro 5
- Drive side
- LHD
Russia applies EAEU-style technical certification, so cars typically need an EAC/SBKTS-type certificate before they can be registered.
- ERA-GLONASS mandatory
- EAC/SBKTS tech cert required
How to import this car into Russia
- Obtain a Euro 5 emissions certificate (or equivalent proof of conformity).
- Arrange EAEU-style technical certification (EAC/SBKTS-type certificate) before the car can be registered.
- Budget 15% customs duty plus 20% VAT on top of the vehicle price.
- No drive-side conversion needed: Russia is a left-hand-drive market, same as China.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Trumpchi GS8 called in Russia?
In Russia, the Trumpchi GS8 (传祺GS8, Chuánqí GS8) is sold as the GAC GS8.
How much tax do I pay importing a GAC GS8 into Russia?
Importing a used GAC GS8 into Russia means a 15% customs duty and 20% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.
Can I import a used GAC GS8 into Russia?
Yes, used imports are possible: age limits must be verified with customs before shipping. Imports must meet the Euro 5 emission standard. Russia is a left-hand-drive market, so vehicles must be left-hand drive.
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FOB pricing, Russia market rules and landed-cost estimates for the GAC GS8 — via AutoGlobal.