Kia KX1 from China
turnkey in Moscow

Kia KX1 and Kia Stonic in Moscow: a new crossover to order and turnkey in 2026

The Kia KX1 is the brand's most affordable crossover. After the recycling-fee reform, it returned to Moscow's parallel-import dealers: in June 2026, new model-year-2026 KX1s were offered there from 2.65 million rubles. AutoSHTAB brings the KX1 in for a specific client: sourcing → inspection → purchase → delivery → customs clearance → conformity certification (SBKTS) and e-title (EPTS) → registration with the traffic police. You don't pay for the car sitting on a lot or a dealer's markup, and you see the budget in the contract. Average timeline is 30–60 days.

Kia KX1 vs Kia Stonic: what's the difference

The Kia Stonic is a global subcompact crossover that's been built in South Korea since 2017 and sold in Europe and other markets. The Kia KX1 is its China-market version: it's been built by the Yueda Kia joint venture since 2018. Between 2020 and 2024, the Chinese-built KX1 was shipped to the Philippines under the Stonic name, so listings using the same name sometimes refer to different cars. The main differences:

Parameter	Kia KX1	Kia Stonic
Production	China, Yueda Kia joint venture	South Korea; also assembled in Pakistan
Engines	1.4 petrol, 100 hp	1.0 turbo (about 100 hp, mild hybrid up to 118 hp), 1.2 and 1.4 petrol, 1.6 diesel
Transmissions	6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic	manual, automatic, or DCT dual-clutch — depends on engine and market
Length × width	4,100 × 1,735 mm	4,140 × 1,760 mm
Wheelbase	2,570 mm	2,580 mm
Styling	its own hood, bumpers and running lights, round fuel-filler flap	global design; second facelift in September 2025
Interior	its own dashboard with built-in infotainment, analog gauges	Rio-style dashboard; a 12.3″ screen after the 2025 facelift
Driver assist	no automatic emergency braking or blind-spot monitoring	automatic emergency braking and blind-spot monitoring available (by trim)
How to buy through AutoSHTAB	new or used, from China	sold in China under the KX1 name
Recycling fee for individuals	Reduced	Reduced on every version

What both models share is the fourth-generation Kia Rio platform, familiar in Russia from the Rio X-Line and Solaris KRX. Bottom line: if you want a new "Stonic" in Moscow with straightforward logistics and the reduced recycling fee, the realistic option in 2026 is a Kia KX1 from China.

Why the Kia KX1 is in demand again

• Reduced recycling fee. After the reform, demand shifted toward cars under 160 hp: according to dealers, they accounted for about 40% of parallel imports in January–April 2026.
• Familiar mechanicals. The platform and the naturally aspirated 1.4-liter engine are familiar from the Rio and Solaris — servicing and parts are easy to find in Moscow.
• A conventional automatic. A 6-speed torque-converter automatic instead of a CVT or dual-clutch gearbox.
• Features. Top versions get a power sunroof, keyless entry and push-button start, climate control, a touchscreen infotainment system, and a rear-view camera.
• Compact size. At 4.1 meters long, it's easy to park in central Moscow.

There are trade-offs too: front-wheel drive only, modest power, and an analog interior without modern electronic driver aids.

Recycling fee and duty on the Kia KX1

At 100 hp, it's comfortably under the 160 hp threshold, so individuals pay the reduced recycling fee: about 3,400 ₽ for a car up to 3 years old and 5,200 ₽ for an older one. The reduced rate applies only if the car is imported for personal use, no more than one per year, and not resold within a year.

Duty depends on the car's age. A new KX1 is cleared based on its customs value. For a 3–5-year-old car, the rate is calculated from displacement: the 1.4-liter engine (1,368 cc) × €1.7/cc — about €2,325.

You can estimate the payments for your own case in the recycling fee and customs calculator.

Kia KX1 price in Moscow: in stock or to order

With the KX1, the difference between an in-stock car and one ordered for you is especially noticeable: a dealer's price bakes in logistics, time on the lot, and markup. The to-order total is made up of the car's price in China, delivery, customs payments, conformity certification (SBKTS), e-title (EPTS) and registration. The ruble amount depends on the yuan exchange rate, so there's no fixed price list — the current calculation by trim and color is shown above on this page, and we lock in the exact budget in the contract.

Kia Stonic in Moscow: why we bring in the KX1 instead

The Kia Stonic was never officially sold in Russia, so there are few of them on Moscow's secondary market, and their history is often unclear. AutoSHTAB only imports cars from China, and there the Stonic is sold under the KX1 name — the same platform and concept, but with the 1.4-liter engine and the reduced recycling fee. So when someone asks about buying a "Kia Stonic" in Moscow, we offer the KX1 instead: new, model years 2025–2026, or a used 3–5-year-old car inspected before purchase.

Used Kia KX1: what to check

If you're considering a 2021–2023 KX1, check the service and insurance-claim history, smooth engine operation with no leaks, the automatic transmission's shift quality and service record, and the condition of the suspension and paintwork. Our specialist inspects the car before purchase and sends you photo and video reports.

How we deliver the Kia KX1

We choose the trim and model year and calculate the duty and recycling fee right away. We inspect the car on site, purchase it by invoice from a vetted supplier, and ship it under insurance. Then comes customs clearance, conformity certification (SBKTS), an e-title (EPTS) and registration: you get the car with license plates 30–60 days after purchase. AutoSHTAB's office is in Bronnitsy, Moscow Region, and we work with clients from Moscow and the region.

Frequently asked questions

Are the Kia KX1 and Kia Stonic the same car?

Almost: the KX1 is the Chinese version of the Stonic on the same Rio platform. It has a different hood, bumpers and dashboard, a body 40 mm shorter, and a single engine option — the 1.4-liter, 100 hp.

Can you buy a new Kia KX1 in Moscow?

Yes. New KX1s, model years 2025–2026, are imported through parallel import from China with customs clearance, conformity certification (SBKTS), an e-title (EPTS) and registration with the traffic police.

Can you buy a new Kia Stonic?

We only import cars from China, where the Stonic is sold as the KX1. So instead of the Korean Stonic, we offer a new 2025–2026 KX1 — the same model in its Chinese form.

Does the KX1 have all-wheel drive?

No, front-wheel drive only. The engine is the naturally aspirated 1.4-liter, with a manual or automatic gearbox.

How much does a turnkey Kia KX1 cost in Moscow?

It depends on the trim, model year and the yuan exchange rate. The calculation for a new car is available above on this page; for a used car, it comes after we've sourced a specific one. We lock in the budget in the contract.

How long is the wait?

On average, 30–60 days from purchase to handover with license plates.