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Why motorhomes haven't caught on in Russia: three reasons

02.04.2026 14:41 1 min 1 source РУС
«Литературная газета» – старейшее периодическое издание Росс... RUS
Why motorhomes haven't caught on in Russia: three reasons
Original source: «Литературная газета» – старейшее периодическое издание России.

Motorhomes have not gained widespread popularity in Russia due to high ownership costs, lack of infrastructure, and vast distances. Costs include the vehicle price, fuel, insurance, and maintenance. Infrastructure for campsites and dedicated parking is underdeveloped, and significant distances between points of interest complicate travel.

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Why motorhomes haven't caught on in Russia: three reasons

02.04.2026 «Литературная газета» – старейшее периодическое издание Росс... RUS Original source

RU Russia — fuel prices

Updated: 05.09.2026

RON 92

$0.93 /l

₽78.90 · €0.80/l

8 of 18

cheaper than 61% of countries

RON 95

$1.04 /l

₽87.61 · €0.89/l

32 of 167

cheaper than 81% of countries

RON 98

$1.13 /l

₽95.80 · €0.97/l

18 of 102

cheaper than 83% of countries

RON 100

$1.33 /l

₽111.96 · €1.14/l

8 of 28

cheaper than 75% of countries

Diesel

$1.02 /l

₽86.33 · €0.88/l

23 of 166

cheaper than 87% of countries

Premium diesel

$0.95 /l

₽80.40 · €0.82/l

1 of 46

cheaper than 100% of countries

LPG (autogas)

$0.46 /l

₽38.53 · €0.39/l

6 of 55

cheaper than 91% of countries

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