GAC Trumpchi · 🇷🇺 Russia
Trumpchi M8 (GAC M8) in Russia — Local Name, Rules & Costs
In Russia, the Trumpchi M8 (传祺M8, Chuánqí M8) is sold as the GAC M8.
What it is called in Russia
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | Trumpchi M8 (传祺M8 · Chuánqí M8) | Domestic name |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | GAC M8 | 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 M8 called in Russia?
In Russia, the Trumpchi M8 (传祺M8, Chuánqí M8) is sold as the GAC M8.
How much tax do I pay importing a GAC M8 into Russia?
Importing a used GAC M8 into Russia means a 15% customs duty and 20% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.
Can I import a used GAC M8 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 M8 — via AutoGlobal.