Nissan Qashqai from China
turnkey in Moscow and Moscow Region

Nissan Qashqai to order, turnkey, delivered to Moscow in 2026

There are two ways to buy a Nissan Qashqai in Moscow: pick up a used car on the secondary market, or order a new one through parallel import. AutoSHTAB delivers the Nissan Qashqai turnkey: sourcing → on-site inspection → purchase → delivery → customs clearance → conformity certification (SBKTS) and e-title (EPTS) → registration with the traffic police. Average timeline is 30 to 60 days. We work under a contract with a fixed budget; we hand over the finished car with documents and plates in Moscow and the Moscow region.

Why the Qashqai is still one of the most-searched models

The Qashqai is the very model that started the compact-crossover trend in Europe, and it sold in huge numbers in Russia too: up to 2022 it was built at the plant in St. Petersburg. That's where the steady demand comes from:

• A well-understood platform. Any workshop knows these engines and transmissions inside out, and parts are on every shelf — rare for a model whose brand has left the market.
• City-friendly size. A compact body and good visibility, combined with a proper trunk and rear legroom.
• Comfort. A suspension with plenty of travel and good sound insulation — the Qashqai takes Moscow's roads and speed bumps in stride.
• A choice of transmissions. The secondary market has both a CVT and a genuine six-speed manual — an option for anyone who firmly doesn't want a CVT.
• Liquidity. A used Qashqai sells fast in Moscow and holds its value better than many rivals in its class.

Generations: J10, J11, J12 and the Chinese Glory

Before you buy, it's worth knowing exactly which car you're looking at — the generations differ substantially:

• J10 (2006–2013). The first generation. Still found on the secondary market, but age is already showing on the body and suspension.
• J11 (2013–2022). The most common generation and the backbone of what's on offer in Moscow. Russian-market versions: 1.2 DIG-T (115 hp) and 2.0 (144 hp), both available with a six-speed manual; all-wheel drive came only with the Xtronic CVT.
• J12 (from 2021). The third generation for Europe: 1.3 DIG-T rated at 140 hp with a manual or 158 hp with a CVT, plus an e-Power hybrid.
• Qashqai Glory. A separate branch: the Dongfeng-Nissan joint venture kept the J11 in production for China and gave it a substantial exterior update in 2024. This is the car that most often gets ordered into Russia today.

Where a Qashqai can actually be sourced from:

Market	Versions	Note for import into Russia
China	Qashqai Glory: 2.0 (140 hp), CVT, front-wheel drive	Main direction: left-hand drive, a fresh car, power qualifies for the reduced recycling fee. The 180-day rule from the date of registration in China applies
Europe	J12 1.3 DIG-T (140 hp with a manual, 158 hp with a CVT)	Displacement under 1.9L and price under €50,000 — the model fits the EU sanctions limits. e-Power hybrids are banned from export
Russia	Used J11 and J10	No customs clearance needed, but condition and history vary widely

Can't find the version you need? Get in touch — we'll check availability with our sources and quote a turnkey price for your budget.

Nissan Qashqai under 160 hp — the key financial detail in 2026

The key factor for savings in 2026 is engine power under 160 hp. It's what determines the size of the recycling fee.

Since 1 December 2025 (Government of the Russian Federation Resolution No. 1713 dated 01.11.2025), the reduced recycling fee for individuals has remained in place only for vehicles up to 160 hp imported for personal use:

Power / age	Recycling fee for an individual (personal use)
Up to 160 hp, new (under 3 years)	~3,400 ₽ (reduced rate)
Up to 160 hp, over 3 years	~5,200 ₽ (reduced rate)
Over 160 hp	Commercial recycling fee — hundreds of thousands of rubles

The Qashqai is a rare case here: the entire current line-up falls under the reduced threshold. The Chinese Glory is 140 hp, the European J12 is 140 or 158 hp, and the older J11 cars are 115 and 144 hp. In other words, the recycling fee comes out at the reduced rate for practically any version worth bringing in.

Important: the reduced rate applies only if the conditions are met — the car is imported for personal use, no more than one per person per year, and it cannot be resold within 1 year of import (otherwise the recycling fee is recalculated at the commercial rate). The reduced rates for individuals are locked in through 2030.

CVT, automatic or manual: which to choose

Searches for "buy Nissan Qashqai automatic Moscow" and "buy Qashqai manual Moscow" come up almost equally often, but the choice here isn't as obvious as it looks:

Transmission	Where it's found	What it means in practice
Xtronic CVT	J11, Glory, the 158 hp J12	Smoothness and even pull. Durability depends directly on fluid changes and driving style; overheating in traffic is the main enemy
6-speed manual (6MT)	Russian- and European-built J11, J12 1.3 DIG-T (140 hp)	Simple, repairable and cheap to run. Also full control over traction in winter
A classic torque-converter automatic	Never fitted to the Qashqai	If a seller promises a "real automatic" on a Qashqai, it's either a CVT or a different car

An important point for anyone who specifically wants a manual: the Chinese Glory doesn't have one — it's CVT only. A manual means either a used Russian-built car or a European J12 to order. Buying a used manual Qashqai in Moscow is entirely realistic, but the selection is noticeably narrower than among CVT versions, so sourcing takes longer.

Nissan Qashqai Glory: what kind of car it is

Glory is a facelift of the second generation for the domestic Chinese market. Overall length is unchanged (4401 mm), but the body got a new front end in the brand's current style, along with a redesigned center console and climate controls. Technically it's the same familiar J11: a naturally aspirated 2.0 rated at 140 hp with a CVT driving the front wheels.

What this means for a buyer:

• Predictability. The platform and drivetrain are thoroughly understood by Russian workshops, and parts interchange with earlier model years.
• Freshness. You get a new car, not a unit with a decade of mileage on it.
• The reduced recycling fee. 140 hp falls under the threshold, so the payments stay minimal.

One thing worth knowing in advance: equipment varies across Chinese-market cars, and some units lack heated front seats, a heated windshield, or a panoramic roof. Don't go by the trim name — go by the actual equipment on the specific VIN, which we check before purchase. All-wheel drive isn't offered in the current Chinese line-up either.

Customs clearance for the Nissan Qashqai: duty, fee, recycling fee

On import, an individual pays three mandatory charges:

1. Customs duty — at a flat rate (Decision of the EEC Council No. 107 dated 20.12.2017). Depends on engine displacement, age and value of the car. For combustion-engine vehicles imported by an individual, VAT and excise duty are not paid separately — they're already factored into the flat rate.
2. Customs processing fee for filing the declaration — a fixed amount on a scale that depends on the car's value.
3. Recycling fee — at the reduced rate for cars up to 160 hp, or the commercial rate above 160 hp.

Which age is more cost-effective? "Sweet spot" cars aged 3–5 years are optimal: for these, duty is calculated from engine displacement at a reduced rate — €1.7/cc for the 1.3 engine (1,332 cc), €2.7/cc for the 2.0 (1,997 cc). For cars under 3 years, duty is calculated from value instead and comes out higher — we'll source a new one too, but the calculation will show the difference.

Nissan Qashqai: turnkey prices in Moscow

The price is made up as follows: car price in the export market + delivery + customs clearance (duty + customs fee + recycling fee) = price in hand in Moscow.

No importer can offer a Qashqai in Moscow at a fixed price: the price is tied to the exchange rate and recalculated along with it. See the current calculation by trim and color above on this page: pick a version and color, and you'll see the total right away. You can estimate the payments for your own car in the recycling fee and customs calculator, and we lock in the exact budget in the contract before the deal.

Used Qashqai: what to check before buying

There's plenty on offer in the capital, and the spread in condition is huge. Buying a used Qashqai in Moscow without surprises comes down to checking specific points:

• the Xtronic CVT — fluid-change history, behavior under load and after warming up, condition of the transmission's cooling radiator; jerks or "slipping" on acceleration are a reason to walk away;
• the 1.2 DIG-T — oil consumption, timing chain condition, signs of overheating; this engine is sensitive to service quality;
• paintwork and corrosion — a paint thickness gauge on every panel, wheel arches, sills, the rear hatch edge;
• accident history, number of owners, taxi use — checked against traffic police databases and VIN-check services;
• suspension and steering rack — knocks over small bumps, play, signs of recent repairs.

An alternative to the secondary market is sourcing a fresh unit from China: the cost is often comparable to a good 5–7-year-old J11, but you get a car with no one else's mileage or history.

How we source a Nissan Qashqai: the process

A turnkey import means one company is responsible for the whole process, from sourcing to license plates. Our stages:

1. Sourcing. We settle on generation, engine and transmission for your budget and needs, calculate the recycling fee by power and the duty by age right away, and check the source market's export restrictions.
2. On-site inspection. Our specialist inspects the car, checks its history, actual equipment and technical condition, and sends a photo and video report.
3. Purchase and invoice payment. A secure deal with a vetted supplier — no direct transfers to "unknown dealers."
4. Delivery to Russia. By car carrier or by sea, cargo insured for the entire route.
5. Customs clearance. Declaration, duty, customs fee, recycling fee.
6. Conformity certification and e-title. ERA-GLONASS installation, lab testing, electronic vehicle title (EPTS) issued.
7. Delivery and registration with the traffic police. We hand over the finished car with documents and plates — in Moscow and the Moscow region.

Every deal has a dedicated manager: you see the status and reports at every stage.

Delivery timeline

Stage	Estimated time
Sourcing, inspection and purchase	3–7 days
Export paperwork and dispatch	5–10 days
Delivery to the Russian border	2–4 weeks
Customs clearance, conformity certification and e-title	5–10 days
Delivery to Moscow and handover	3–7 days

During peak seasons and the Chinese New Year period, delays of 1–2 weeks are possible — we build them into the plan and keep you informed.

How to choose a company to order a Qashqai from

There are many firms offering cars to order, and the quality of execution varies. What to look for when choosing one:

• a contract with a registered legal entity and a fixed budget — with no "the price changed at the border";
• equipment verified by VIN before purchase, not just the trim name repeated from a listing;
• an honest answer on configuration: if you're promised a manual or all-wheel drive on the Chinese Glory, those versions don't exist;
• real case studies and client reviews with specific models and amounts, not an abstract rating;
• a transparent payment scheme and insured transport.

AutoSHTAB operates under contract as AutoSHTAB GROUP LLC (ООО «АвтоШТАБ ГРУПП»); client case studies with real savings amounts are published in our Cases section.

Frequently asked questions

Can I legally buy a new Nissan Qashqai in Moscow?

Yes. The brand has left the Russian market, but import for personal use is fully legal: customs clearance, conformity certification, e-title and registration with the traffic police. We handle all the paperwork for you, with handover in Moscow and the region.

How much does a Nissan Qashqai cost, turnkey?

The total depends on generation, engine, age and the exchange rate. The price is recalculated along with the rate, so we don't publish a fixed price list — the calculation for a specific version and color is available above on this page, and we lock in the exact budget in the contract.

Is there a manual Qashqai?

Yes, but not among the new Chinese cars: the Glory is CVT only. A manual is available on used Russian- and European-built cars, and on the European J12 1.3 DIG-T (140 hp), which can be ordered in.

How does the Glory differ from the familiar J11?

It's the same J11 with an updated exterior and interior, built by the Dongfeng-Nissan joint venture for China. The 2.0 engine (140 hp) and the CVT carry over unchanged; the equipment list differs — we check the actual specification by VIN.

Which is more cost-effective: a new car or a used Qashqai?

On payments, "sweet spot" cars aged 3–5 years are more cost-effective — for these, duty is calculated from engine displacement at a reduced rate. We'll source a new one too — the calculation will show the difference for a specific version.

Should I be worried about the CVT?

The Xtronic doesn't like overheating or stretched service intervals, but with scheduled fluid changes and calm driving it lasts well. On used cars we check the transmission's condition before purchase — it's the first thing our specialist looks at.

How long does the car take to arrive?

On average 30–60 days from purchase to handover: delivery, customs clearance, conformity certification and e-title, registration.

Can I order a specific color and trim?

Yes, we source to request. If the version you want isn't in stock with our suppliers, we'll say so honestly and offer the closest alternative.