13:47 10-01-2026

GAC’s 2026 Russia price hikes: GS4, GS8, Empow and M8

In early 2026, Chinese brand GAC adjusted prices for four models on the Russian market. Updated price lists on the official website show increases across almost every segment.

Which GAC models got pricier

The revisions cover the GS4 and GS8 crossovers, the Empow sedan, and the M8 minivan. The only exceptions are the hybrid GAC GS8 Lounge HEV and the base M8 GT, whose prices remain unchanged.

Price and trim specifics

The flagship GAC GS8 has become more expensive across all gasoline trims, including GL, GT, GX Premium, and Traveller.

The GAC M8 minivan shows the sharpest rise, especially in the high-end four-seat Lounge configuration.

The GAC Empow sedan sees uneven adjustments depending on trim and model year.

The GAC GS4 crossover, including all-wheel-drive versions, is now pricier in every configuration.

What the hikes signal for the market

GAC’s price correction fits the broader trend of new cars becoming more expensive in Russia. The brand is reinforcing its presence in higher brackets, steadily nudging its lineup from value-focused alternatives toward competition with more upmarket players—an intentional repositioning that feels aimed at tightening its stance against status-oriented rivals.

The increases in 2026 proved wide-ranging and uneven, with M8 buyers feeling the change most acutely. GAC is adapting to current market realities, even if that move reduces the brand’s appeal among mass-market shoppers. For those watching the stickers closely, the hybrid GS8 Lounge HEV and the base M8 GT remain the rare steady points.