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With the rollout of GST 2.0 in September 2025, car prices across India have witnessed a significant reduction. The simplified slab structure and lower rates have benefited buyers immensely, especially during the festive season. This article explores the major car brands affected by GST 2.0, highlighting key price reductions brand-wise with tables for easy reading.
What is GST 2.0 and Its Impact on Car Prices?
GST 2.0 is the revamped Goods and Services Tax system aimed at simplifying tax rates and reducing the overall tax burden on vehicles. Previously, layered taxes and compensation cesses made car ownership expensive.
Now, with fixed GST slabs for different car categories, prices have dropped considerably, making cars more affordable and encouraging increased sales. Buyers can expect up to several lakhs of rupees off on selected models.
Mahindra: Tough SUVs at Lower Prices
Mahindra & Mahindra, known for rugged SUVs like the Thar and Scorpio, has passed on GST savings up to Rs 1.56 lakh. The brand’s strong engine options and off-road prowess continue to appeal to adventurers and city drivers alike.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Bolero Neo |
1,27,000 |
|
XUV 3XO Petrol |
1,40,000 |
|
XUV 3XO Diesel |
1,56,000 |
|
Thar Range |
Up to 1,35,000 |
|
Thar Roxx |
1,33,000 |
|
Scorpio Classic |
1,01,000 |
|
Scorpio N |
1,45,000 |
|
XUV700 |
1,43,000 |
Tata Motors: Safety and Innovation at Reduced Rates
Tata Motors is renowned for solid build quality and leading electric vehicle options. Popular SUVs like Nexon and Harrier also benefit substantially from GST cuts.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Tiago |
75,000 |
|
Tigor |
80,000 |
|
Altroz |
1,10,000 |
|
Punch |
85,000 |
|
Nexon |
1,55,000 |
|
Harrier |
1,40,000 |
|
Safari |
1,45,000 |
|
Curvv |
65,000 |
Toyota: Reliable and Premium with Big Discounts
Toyota’s reputed models like Fortuner, Innova Crysta, and Legender have seen hefty price drops up to Rs 3.49 lakh, making premium SUVs and MUVs more attainable.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Fortuner |
3,49,000 |
|
Legender |
3,34,000 |
|
Hilux |
2,52,000 |
|
Vellfire |
2,78,000 |
|
Camry |
1,01,000 |
|
Innova Crysta |
1,80,000 |
|
Innova Hycross |
1,15,000 |
|
Other Models |
Up to 1,11,000 |
Range Rover: Luxury SUVs at Steep Discounts
Luxury Range Rover models see monumental price cuts, the highest being Rs 30.4 lakh off on the Range Rover 4.4P SV LWB variant. This is a rare chance to own a premium SUV at slashed prices.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Range Rover 4.4P SV LWB |
30,40,000 |
|
Range Rover 3.0D SV LWB |
27,40,000 |
|
Range Rover 3.0P Autobiography |
18,30,000 |
|
Sport 4.4 SV Edition Two |
19,70,000 |
|
Velar 2.0D/2.0P Autobiography |
6,00,000 |
|
Evoque 2.0D/2.0P Autobiography |
4,60,000 |
|
Defender Range |
Up to 18,60,000 |
|
Discovery |
Up to 9,90,000 |
|
Discovery Sport |
4,60,000 |
Kia: Technology and Comfort with Savings Up to Rs 4.48 Lakh
Kia is known for tech-savvy and comfortable models. Big cuts on Carnival and Sonet make the brand more competitive.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Sonet |
1,64,000 |
|
Syros |
1,86,000 |
|
Seltos |
75,372 |
|
Carens |
48,513 |
|
Carens Clavis |
78,674 |
|
Carnival |
4,48,000 |
Skoda: Premium Yet Affordable with GST Benefits
Skoda models like Kodiaq get a combined GST and festive offer discount of up to Rs 5.8 lakh, making premium German engineering more accessible.
|
Model |
Price Reduction + Offers (Rs) |
|
Kodiaq |
3,30,000 GST cut + 2,50,000 festive offer |
|
Kushaq |
66,000 GST cut + 2,50,000 festive offer |
|
Slavia |
63,000 GST cut + 1,20,000 festive offer |
Hyundai: Stylish and Smooth Rides Cheaper by Up to Rs 2.4 Lakh
Hyundai’s popular SUVs and hatchbacks enjoy meaningful price cuts, enhancing their value proposition.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Grand i10 Nios |
73,808 |
|
Aura |
78,465 |
|
Exter |
89,209 |
|
i20 |
98,053 |
|
Venue |
1,23,000 |
|
Verna |
60,640 |
|
Creta |
72,145 |
|
Alcazar |
75,376 |
|
Tucson |
2,40,000 |
Maruti Suzuki: India’s Favorite at Affordable Prices
Maruti Suzuki cars are known for fuel efficiency and low maintenance. GST cuts make models like Swift, Brezza, and Jimny even more budget-friendly.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Alto K10 |
40,000 |
|
WagonR |
57,000 |
|
Swift |
58,000 |
|
Dzire |
61,000 |
|
Baleno |
60,000 |
|
Fronx |
68,000 |
|
Brezza |
78,000 |
|
Eeco |
51,000 |
|
Ertiga |
41,000 |
|
Jimny |
1,14,000 |
Renault: Affordable and Spacious with Cuts Close to Rs 1 Lakh
Renault’s Kiger benefits from GST cuts making it a competitive offering in the compact SUV segment.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Kiger |
96,395 |
Nissan: Modern and Reliable with Up to Rs 1 Lakh Off
Nissan Magnite variants have become even more affordable post-GST 2.0.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Magnite Visia MT |
Now under Rs 6 lakh |
|
Magnite CVT Tekna |
97,300 |
|
Magnite CVT Tekna+ |
1,00,400 |
Honda: Smooth and Comfortable with Savings up to Rs 95,500
Honda’s popular sedans and compact cars see moderate price reductions making them an attractive choice.
|
Model |
Price Reduction (Rs) |
|
Amaze 2nd Gen |
72,800 |
|
Amaze 3rd Gen |
95,500 |
|
Elevate |
58,400 |
|
City |
57,500 |
Conclusion
The GST 2.0 overhaul is a notable development for Indian car buyers, offering widespread price advantages across all segments. From rugged SUVs by Mahindra to budget hatchbacks by Maruti Suzuki, and premium cars from Toyota and Range Rover, every buyer stands to gain. These reductions also lower related costs like insurance and registration, making the total cost of ownership more affordable.
Buyers looking to purchase cars this festive season should explore these price drops and consider their options carefully. GST 2.0 is a welcome reform aimed at boosting demand and making vehicle ownership easier for all.
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