
Importing used Korean cars to Russia
Russia is among the largest Korean used-car destinations by value, but a December 2025 utilization-fee reform recalculated the recycling fee on engine power and removed the preferential rate for personal imports over 160 hp, sharply raising landed cost; a further inflation-indexed rise took effect in January 2026. Demand persists for lower-power Korean SUVs and sedans, but the market is volatile and best approached cautiously until the fee settles.
Import rules - Russia
- Vehicle age limit
- No age limit
- Steering
- Left-hand drive - all our Korean cars are LHD
- Duty & taxes
- Customs duty + VAT + a utilization (recycling) fee; a Dec 2025 reform sharply raised the fee, especially for cars over 160 hp.
Rules verified 2026-07-15 · Regulations change - confirm the current rules with Russia customs (or your broker) before you buy.Sources: KED Global, Statista (KR vehicle export), Nichibo (Russia recycling fee), AUTOSTAT, RealnoeVremya, Daily Sabah
- From 1 Dec 2025 the utilization fee is recalculated on engine power: personal imports over 160 hp lost the preferential rate and can now owe millions of rubles. Low-power cars (up to 160 hp) keep preferential coefficients. A further ~10% inflation-indexed rise took effect 1 Jan 2026. This is a severe headwind for direct consumer import — treat as high-volume but volatile.
Shipping from Korea
Busan, Korea → Vladivostok
- RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off)
- $600–$1,200 (Estimate)
- Estimated transit
- Typically 2–5 weeks
Shipping rates change often — these are estimates. Contact us for the current rate.
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Ports & destination cities
189,419 cars that fit Russia’s rules
Browse carsLive stock that meets Russia’s import age rule, shipped from Korea with the official inspection record. Priced in your local currency.
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2014/03 · 2014 model · 150,838 km · Diesel
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2025/08 · 2025 model · 5,467 km · LPG
AvailableKia Carnival Gasoline
2026/03 · 2026 model · 1,704 km · Gasoline
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2024/05 · 2024 model · 21,260 km · Gasoline
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2021/05 · 2021 model · 35,951 km · Gasoline
AvailableHyundai Grand Starex Diesel
2019/03 · 2019 model · 59,738 km · Diesel
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2010/01 · 2010 model · 162,121 km · Gasoline
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2020/07 · 2020 model · 72,772 km · Diesel
AvailableKia K5 Hybrid Hybrid
2023/05 · 2023 model · 23,982 km · Hybrid
AvailableMercedes-Benz SLC-Class R172 Gasoline
2017/12 · 2018 model · 49,396 km · Gasoline
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Noblesse
2022/09 · 2023 model · 50,439 km · Hybrid
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Masters
2019/09 · 2020 model · 127,197 km · Diesel
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Premium
2009/12 · 2010 model · 101,689 km · Diesel
AvailableVolvo XC60 Gasoline
2022/07 · 2022 model · 83,780 km · Gasoline
AvailableBMW 5 Series (G30) AWD Diesel
2018/02 · 2018 model · 99,493 km · Diesel
AvailableAudi A6 (C8) Gasoline
2023/11 · 2023 model · 26,668 km · Gasoline
AvailableKia Sorento 1.6 4WD Hybrid Prestige
Prestige
2021/02 · 2021 model · 56,205 km · Hybrid
AvailableMercedes-Benz E-Class W213 Gasoline
2018/11 · 2019 model · 126,460 km · Gasoline
Frequently asked questions
- Can I import a used car from Korea to Russia?
- Yes - Russia allows imported used cars with no age limit. Every car we export is left-hand drive, exactly as Russia requires.
- How long does shipping from Korea to Vladivostok take?
- Typically 2-5 weeks by sea from Busan, depending on the sailing schedule.
- How much does shipping cost?
- RoRo shipping runs about $600–$1,200 per car. That is an estimate that varies by vehicle size and season - contact us for a firm quote.
- Do you handle export paperwork and customs?
- Yes. We handle the Korea-side export de-registration, the documents, and booking your shipping. Import duty and customs clearance in Russia are the buyer's responsibility, and we provide every document you need for them.
- Do I need an account to buy?
- No account is needed. Browse the full catalogue freely and message us on WhatsApp about any car you like.
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