Car Price Cuts in India After GST 2.0: Full List of Brands, Models, and Discounts
Imagine cruising through Mumbai's bustling streets in your dream ride, now cheaper thanks to the government's latest tax tweak. The *GST 2.0 reforms*, announced in the 56th GST Council meeting on September 3, 2025, and effective from September 22, 2025, have slashed taxes on vehicles, making cars more affordable across segments. Small cars under 4 meters with engines up to 1,200cc petrol or 1,500cc diesel now attract 18% GST, down from 28%, while larger vehicles face a flat 40% rate without cess. Automakers like Maruti Suzuki, Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, and others are passing on the full benefits, with discounts ranging from ₹36,000 to ₹4.48 lakh. I caught this online, and bhai, it’s like Diwali arrived early for India's car lovers! Here’s the full list of brands, models, and discounts.
Maruti Suzuki: Savings Up to ₹1.10 Lakh
Maruti, India's top carmaker, has reduced prices across its lineup, with small cars like the Swift and Wagon R seeing the biggest drops. The entry-level Alto K10 now starts at ₹3.99 lakh, down ₹36,000, while the Wagon R drops up to ₹67,000 to ₹5.54 lakh. The Brezza SUV gets a modest ₹50,000 cut, starting at ₹8.69 lakh. Overall, savings range from ₹36,000 to ₹1.10 lakh, boosting festive sales for Delhi's families. The Dzire sedan sees up to ₹86,800 off, now at ₹6.57 lakh.
Tata Motors: Up to ₹1.55 Lakh Off on Nexon, Punch
Tata is slashing prices by up to ₹1.55 lakh, with the Nexon SUV leading at ₹1.45 lakh off, starting at ₹8.00 lakh. The Punch gets ₹1.10 lakh reduction, now ₹6.13 lakh, and the Tiago hatchback drops ₹65,000 to ₹5.65 lakh. The Altroz sees ₹1.00 lakh savings, starting at ₹6.65 lakh. These cuts, effective September 22, make Tata's EVs and ICE models more competitive for Pune's buyers, saving ₹8000-12000 yearly on fuel for the Nexon’s 24kmpl mileage.
Mahindra & Mahindra: Thar, XUV3XO Get Up to ₹1.56 Lakh Cut
Mahindra’s slashing up to ₹1.56 lakh from September 6, with the XUV3XO diesel leading at ₹1.56 lakh off, starting at ₹7.49 lakh. The Thar 2WD diesel drops ₹1.35 lakh to ₹11.35 lakh, and the Bolero/Neo gets ₹1.27 lakh savings, now ₹9.79 lakh. The Scorpio-N sees ₹1.43 lakh reduction, starting at ₹13.99 lakh. These discounts, full GST pass-through, thrill Jaipur’s off-road fans, with the XUV3XO’s 20kmpl saving ₹7000 yearly versus rivals.
Hyundai: Creta, Tucson Save Up to ₹2.4 Lakh
Hyundai’s passing on up to ₹2.4 lakh from September 22, with the Tucson SUV leading at ₹2.40 lakh off, starting at ₹29.02 lakh. The Creta drops ₹72,135 to ₹11.00 lakh, Venue ₹1.19 lakh to ₹7.94 lakh, and i20 ₹1.08 lakh to ₹7.04 lakh. The Exter sees ₹84,000 savings, now ₹6.13 lakh. These cuts make the Creta a Chennai favorite, with its 21kmpl mileage saving ₹6000 yearly versus 15kmpl SUVs.
Other Brands: Kia, Renault, Å koda, Citroen, Jeep, MINI
Kia’s Carnival saves ₹4.48 lakh to ₹25.95 lakh, Sonet ₹1.64 lakh to ₹7.99 lakh, and Seltos ₹75,000 to ₹10.90 lakh. Renault’s Kiger drops ₹96,395 to ₹6.00 lakh, Kwid ₹49,000-57,000 to ₹4.69 lakh. Å koda’s Kushaq saves ₹66,000 to ₹11.89 lakh, Kodiaq ₹3.3 lakh to ₹37.70 lakh. Citroen’s C3 drops ₹84,000 to ₹6.16 lakh, C5 Aircross ₹2.7 lakh to ₹37.32 lakh. Jeep’s Wrangler saves ₹4.84 lakh to ₹67.65 lakh, Grand Cherokee ₹2.47 lakh to ₹97.84 lakh. MINI’s Cooper S drops ₹2.5 lakh to ₹43.70 lakh. These cuts, effective September 22, boost festive sales for Bangalore’s buyers, with overall savings of ₹65,000 to ₹4.48 lakh.
Why These Cuts
GST 2.0’s 18% rate for small cars and 40% for larger ones removes cess, making vehicles 5-10% cheaper. Maintenance is ₹3000-5000 yearly at brand centers. On-road prices vary by state, with EMIs from ₹10,000-50,000 per month. Book now at brand sites or dealers—Cosmic Blue’s the vibe!
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What’s the Hype on GST 2.0 Car Price Cuts 2025?
When do cuts start?
September 22, 2025, for most brands.
How much can I save?
₹36,000-4.48 lakh, depending on model.
Best for budget buyers?
Maruti Alto K10, Tata Punch—up to ₹1.10 lakh off.
What models get big cuts?
Kia Carnival (₹4.48 lakh), Jeep Wrangler (₹4.84 lakh).
Where to check prices?
Brand sites like marutisuzuki.com or tata.com
