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Key Takeaways

GST 2.0 has slashed car prices ranging from Rs 65,000 to over Rs 30 lakh for select models.
Mass-market and luxury automakers like Maruti, Tata, Toyota, Hyundai, Kia, and Mahindra are offering direct price benefits.
Deep luxury cuts from Range Rover, Defender, and Discovery now open up rare purchase opportunities.
Best time to buy: Reduced GST rates + festive offers + better financing.

What changed with GST 2.0 and why prices fell
Brand-by-Brand Price Updates
How the Price Drops Help You
Understanding Ex-Showroom vs On-Road Pricing
Festive Season Impact & Industry Outlook
Tips to Get the Best GST 2.0 Deal
Who Benefits the Most?
Frequently Asked Questions

What Changed With GST 2.0 and Why Prices Fell

The government altered the vehicle tax slabs under GST 2.0, slashing ex-showroom car prices significantly.
OEMs passed these reductions directly to customers for savings across petrol, diesel, and luxury variants.
Affordable models from Maruti, Tata, and Hyundai now see up to Rs 3.5 lakh off, while luxury SUVs like the Range Rover are cheaper by over Rs 30 lakh.

Brand-by-Brand Price Updates

From Mahindra's SUVs to Hyundai’s family cars and Kia’s MPVs, here's where the biggest discounts lie. Every segment takes a hit—perfect for value-seekers and premium aspirants alike.

Few Headliners Include:

Maruti Jimny: Rs 1.14 lakh reduction
Hyundai Tucson: Rs 2.4 lakh off
Toyota Fortuner: Rs 3.49 lakh discount
Range Rover 4.4P SV LWB: Rs 30.4 lakh cheaper
Kia Carnival: Rs 4.48 lakh price drop
Skoda Kodiaq: Effective Rs 5.8 lakh off (incl. festive)

Detailed list continues below in the full breakdown section.

-> Mahindra – Expected price cuts

Model	Price Revisions
Bolero Neo	Rs 1.27 lakh cheaper
XUV 3XO	Rs 1.40 lakh (petrol), Rs 1.56 lakh (diesel) cut
Thar range Thar Roxx	Up to Rs 1.35 lakh lower Rs 1.33 lakh reduction
Scorpio Classic Scorpio N	Rs 1.01 lakh cheaper Rs 1.45 lakh cut
XUV700	Rs 1.43 lakh lower

-> Tata Motors – Up to Rs 1.45 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
Tiago	Rs 75,000 cheaper
Tigor	Rs 80,000 reduction
Altroz	Rs 1.10 lakh cut
Punch	Rs 85,000 lower
Nexon	Rs 1.55 lakh cheaper
Harrier	Rs 1.40 lakh cut
Safari	Rs 1.45 lakh cheaper
Curvv	Rs 65,000 reduction

-> Range Rover – Up to Rs 30.4 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
4.4P SV LWB 3.0D SV LWB 4.4 SV Edition Two	Rs 30.4 lakh cheaper Rs 27.4 lakh cut Rs 19.7 lakh cheaper
3.0P Autobiography 4.4 Autobiography 2.0D/2.0P Autobiography 2.0D/2.0P Autobiography	Rs 18.3 lakh lower Rs 14.1 lakh cut Rs 4.6 lakh lower Rs 6 lakh cheaper
3.0D HSE 3.0D Dynamic HSE 3.0D/3.0P Dynamic HSE 3.0D Tempest	Rs 16.5 lakh reduction Rs 9.3 lakh lower Rs 9.8 lakh lower Rs 9.9 lakh cheaper
5.0P 110 X-Dynamic HSE 3.0D 110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0P 110 X-Dynamic HSE 2.0D/2.0P Dynamic SE	Rs 9.9 lakh lower Rs 9 lakh reduction Rs 7 lakh cut Rs 4.6 lakh cheaper
Discovery Discovery Sport	Up to Rs 9.9 lakh off Up to Rs 4.6 lakh off
Range Rover Sport Range Rover Velar Range Rover Evoque	Up to Rs 19.7 lakh off Up to Rs 6 lakh off Up to Rs 4.6 lakh off
Defender	Up to Rs 18.6 lakh off
4.4P 110 OCTA Edition One 4.4P 110 OCTA	Rs 18.6 lakh cheaper Rs 17.3 lakh cut

Model

Price Revisions

4.4P SV LWB

3.0D SV LWB

4.4 SV Edition Two

Rs 30.4 lakh cheaper

Rs 27.4 lakh cut

Rs 19.7 lakh cheaper

3.0P Autobiography

4.4 Autobiography
2.0D/2.0P Autobiography
2.0D/2.0P Autobiography

Rs 18.3 lakh lower
Rs 14.1 lakh cut
Rs 4.6 lakh lower
Rs 6 lakh cheaper

3.0D HSE
3.0D Dynamic HSE
3.0D/3.0P Dynamic HSE

3.0D Tempest

Rs 16.5 lakh reduction

Rs 9.3 lakh lower

Rs 9.8 lakh lower

Rs 9.9 lakh cheaper

5.0P 110 X-Dynamic HSE

3.0D 110 X-Dynamic HSE

2.0P 110 X-Dynamic HSE

2.0D/2.0P Dynamic SE

Rs 9.9 lakh lower

Rs 9 lakh reduction

Rs 7 lakh cut

Rs 4.6 lakh cheaper

Discovery
Discovery Sport

Up to Rs 9.9 lakh off

Up to Rs 4.6 lakh off

Range Rover Sport

Range Rover Velar

Range Rover Evoque

Up to Rs 19.7 lakh off

Up to Rs 6 lakh off

Up to Rs 4.6 lakh off

Defender

Up to Rs 18.6 lakh off

4.4P 110 OCTA Edition One

4.4P 110 OCTA

Rs 18.6 lakh cheaper

Rs 17.3 lakh cut

-> Kia – Up to Rs 4.48 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
Sonet	Rs 1.64 lakh cheaper
Syros	Rs 1.86 lakh reduction
Seltos	Rs 75,372 cut
Carens Carens Clavis	Rs 48,513 savings Rs 78,674 cheaper
Carnival	Rs 4.48 lakh reduction

-> Toyota – Up to Rs 3.49 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
Fortuner Legender	Rs 3.49 lakh cut Rs 3.34 lakh lower
Hilux	Rs 2.52 lakh cheaper
Vellfire	Rs 2.78 lakh cut
Camry	Rs 1.01 lakh cheaper
Innova Crysta Innova Hycross	Rs 1.80 lakh reduction Rs 1.15 lakh cut

-> Hyundai – Up to Rs 2.4 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
Grand i10 Nios	Rs 73,808 cut
i20 i20 N-Line	Rs 98,053 cut Rs 1.08 lakh cheaper
Aura	Rs 78,465 cheaper
Exter	Rs 89,209 reduction
Creta Creta N-Line	Rs 72,145 cut Rs 71,762 lower
Venue	Rs 1.23 lakh cut (Rs 1.19 lakh for N-Line)
Verna	Rs 60,640 lower
Alcazar	Rs 75,376 cheaper
Tucson	Rs 2.4 lakh reduction

-> Skoda – Up to Rs 5.8 lakh benefits with offers

Model	Price Revisions
Kodiaq	Rs 3.3 lakh cut + Rs 2.5 lakh festive offers = Rs 5.8 lakh savings
Kushaq	Rs 66,000 GST cut + Rs 2.5 lakh festive offers
Slavia	Rs 63,000 GST cut + Rs 1.2 lakh festive discount = Rs 1.8 lakh total savings

-> Maruti Suzuki – Expected price cuts

Model	Price Revisions
Alto K10	Rs 40,000 off
WagonR	Rs 57,000 cut
Maruti Swift Maruti Swift Dzire	Rs 58,000 reduced Rs 61,000 off
Baleno	Rs 60,000 cut
Fronx	Rs 68,000 off
Brezza	Rs 78,000 cut
Eeco	Rs 51,000 off
Ertiga	Rs 41,000 cut
S-Presso	Rs 38,000 off
Jimny	Rs 1.14 lakh off
Ignis	Rs 52,000 cut
Celerio	Rs 50,000 off
Invicto	Rs 2.25 lakh off
XL6	Rs 35,000 cut

-> Renault & Nissan – Up to Rs 1 lakh off

Model	Price Revisions
Renault Kiger	Highest discount up to Rs 96,395
Magnite Visia MT	Now available under Rs 6 lakh
Magnite N-Connecta CVT & KURO CVT	Now available under Rs 10 lakh
Magnite CVT Tekna Magnite CVT Tekna+	Price cut of approx. Rs 97,300 Price cut of approx. Rs 1,00,400
CNG Retrofitment Kit: Now priced at Rs 71,999 with Rs 3,000 savings	Rs 1.23 lakh cut (Rs 1.19 lakh for N-Line)

How the Price Drops Help You

First-Time Buyers: Entry prices for Alto K10, Tiago, and WagonR are far more accessible.
Indian Families: XUV 3XO, Venue, Punch, and Brezza make excellent roomier options with more bang for buck.
Long-Distance Drivers: Diesel SUV savings on Harrier, Safari, XUV700, Scorpio N, and Creta are enticing for mile-munchers.
Luxury Aspirants: Range Rover, Defender, and Vellfire buyers get hefty, double-digit savings.

Understanding Ex-Showroom vs On-Road Pricing

Ex-Showroom Price: Base rate pre-RTO, insurance, and charges. This is where GST 2.0 delivers most relief.
On-Road Price: Final cost to drive home, including all extras. Must be verified city-wise.
EMI Impact: Even Rs 1 lakh off ex-showroom can reduce loan EMI significantly.

Festive Season Impact & Industry Outlook

"The GST cuts align perfectly with festive buying sentiment, driving footfalls and bookings at showrooms across India," – Auto Analyst

Carmakers also sweeten the deal with exchange bonuses, low-interest loans, feature upgrades, and limited-run combos. Auto sales this festive period may break long-standing records.

Tips to Get the Best GST 2.0 Deal

Compare variant-specific drops—some trims get far deeper cuts.
Ask about festive + dealer schemes bundled with GST savings.
Don’t delay—popular variants might go into 1–2 month waiting periods now.
Clarify on-road pricing up front with transparency on insurance, handling, and extended plans.

Who Benefits the Most?

Budget seekers: Maruti and Nissan offer great value with cuts below Rs 1 lakh.
SUV aspirants: Tata, Mahindra, Hyundai, and Kia all offer big benefits on SUVs.
Feature lovers: Kia and Hyundai N-Line trims are now more affordable with GST drops.
Premium buyers: Fortuner, Vellfire, Velar, and Evoque prices now rivaled by mid-segment CBU alternatives.

The Bottom Line

From your first hatchback to your next luxury mover, GST 2.0 gives you reasons to move fast—price cuts are compelling, but limited inventory and demand spikes may impact timelines. Compare transparently and consult expert guidance at Auto Wisdom for help planning your next car move.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are the GST 2.0 cuts uniform across the country?
The ex-showroom reductions apply nationwide, but the final on-road price includes location-based charges—check with your local dealer.

Q: Do all variants within a model get price cuts?
Yes, but quantum may vary. Diesel/petrol/automatic trims often have different cut values.

Q: Can I still negotiate despite these cuts?
Absolutely. Look for add-on schemes (accessories, insurance, extended warranty) stacked on GST savings.

Q: What about resale value later?
Used car rates could soften for models that saw steep GST cuts now. Buy new smartly—resale will align longer-term.