Maruti Cars See Big Price Drops Post GST Reform: Full Price List

The Government of India recently simplified the GST (Goods and Services Tax) norms. As a direct result, the prices of almost all vehicles have reduced. Now, just before the Diwali festivities begin, Maruti Suzuki has slashed the prices of its vehicles from both Arena as well as Nexa dealerships to increase its sales. With the rollout of the new GST 2.0 structure, the prices have reduced from Rs 46,400 to Rs 1.30 lakh, depending upon the model chosen.

Maruti Suzuki models with new pricing

First off, let's start with the price reductions of the entry-level hatchbacks from the brand. The S Presso now starts at Rs 3.49 lakh, which is Rs 1,29,600 cheaper than before.

Next up is the Alto K10, which has become cheaper by Rs 1,07,600 and now starts at Rs 3.69 lakh. As for the Celerio, it now starts at Rs 4.69 lakh (Rs 94,100 slashed).

Lastly, the WagonR is priced at Rs 4.98 lakh, and the reduction is Rs 79,600. Moving on to Maruti Suzuki’s premium hatchback offerings, the Ignis starts at Rs 5,35,000 and has seen a reduction of Rs 71,300. Meanwhile, the Swift has become cheaper by Rs 84,600 and starts at Rs 5.78 lakh.

The Baleno hatchback, which is sold via Nexa dealerships, is now Rs 86,100 more affordable and starts at Rs 5.98 lakh. Moving to the compact sedans, the Dzire Tour S has seen a price cut of Rs 67,200 and now starts at Rs 6.23 lakh. Meanwhile, the standard Dzire, which starts at Rs 6.25 lakh, has seen a reduction of Rs 87,700.

Moving to the SUV segment, the crossover SUV Fronx now starts at Rs 6.84 lakh after a massive reduction of Rs 1.12 lakh. As for the Brezza, it starts at Rs 8.25 lakh and gets the same reduction of Rs 1.12 lakh. The Grand Vitara, on the other hand, is now Rs 1.07 lakh cheaper and starts at Rs 10.76 lakh.

The lifestyle off-roader Jimny gets only a reduction of Rs 52,000 and now starts at Rs 12.31 lakh. Although not significant, the Maruti Suzuki MPVs have also seen reductions.

The Ertiga is now Rs 46,400 cheaper (starting at Rs 8.8 lakh), the XL6 is Rs 52,000 cheaper (starting at Rs 11.52 lakh), and lastly, the Invicto premium hybrid MPV is cheaper by Rs 61,700 (starts at Rs 24.97 lakh).

Why is GST 2.0 important?

The Indian government has rolled out GST 2.0 to make sure that consumption in the Indian market increases. With the new GST 2.0, the government aims to simplify India's indirect tax system, reduce the number of slabs, correct inverted duty structures, and provide relief to key consumption sections like automobiles.

As a result of this new structure being rolled out just before the Diwali festivities, automakers are expected to see a lot of new car buyers. Maruti Suzuki, especially, will be benefiting a lot from the recent reductions, as it is the largest carmaker in the country and will now be able to sell a lot more vehicles.