If you have been planning to buy a new Maruti Suzuki car, now is the best time to do so. The Indian government recently made a major change in the GST structure, thereby reducing the taxes on several types of cars. Maruti Suzuki, in turn, has provided lower prices on almost all its models, passing the full benefit of the GST rate cut to the customers. So you can buy your favorite Maruti car now at a much lower price. From small packages such as Alto, family hatchbacks such as Baleno, to the rugged SUV Jimny, there are great savings waiting for you. In this blog, we’ll talk about the Maruti Suzuki car’s GST rate changes and the savings, and which Maruti cars have gone cheaper.
What Is the New GST Reform?
A major GST reform was put in place on 4 September 2025, in India. This change in the GST system is considered one of the biggest ever since GST was brought about in July 2017.
Earlier, the major GST slabs for cars and other merchandise were 5%, 12%, 18%, and 28%. Since cars attract high taxes in the form of Cesses (additional duties), these slabs were very effective in charging off the high tax. Now, after this big reform, there are practically only two slabs left for the majority of goods:
- 5% GST for essential items
- 18% GST for discretionary items like cars
However, there is yet another slab of 40% for tobacco and other luxury goods.
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Maruti Suzuki’s Reply to GST Reduction
Maruti Suzuki India Limited, being the largest car manufacturing company in the country, reacted instantly. The company officially announced that it would pass on the entire GST benefit to customers. This means that if you buy a car from September 22, 2025, onwards, you will pay less for the same car. Currently, Maruti sells 17 car models in India-10 through Arena dealerships and 7 through Nexa dealerships. Now, every model, except a few new ones, for example, Victoris, shall be sold at these reduced prices.
According to Maruti Suzuki India Ltd.’s Executive Officer & Company Secretary, Sanjeev Grover, the brand is determined to pass on the entire benefit of the reduction in GST rates to its customers. He added that this is part of Maruti’s ongoing initiative to make mobility affordable and accessible for every Indian.
Updated Starting Prices
After the government recently lowered the Goods and Services Tax (GST), the price of multiple car models has reduced significantly. Depending on the model, the price reduction for customers can be as low as ₹46,000 to as high as ₹1.30 lakh. This adjustment lowers the price of car ownership and offers great value across the many vehicle segments.
Here are some key examples of maximum price reductions and updated starting prices on popular models:
| Model | New Starting Price (₹) | Savings After GST Cut (₹) |
| Alto K10 | ₹3,69,900 | ₹1,07,600 |
| S-Presso | ₹3,49,900 | ₹1,29,600 |
| Celerio | ₹4,69,900 | ₹94,100 |
| Wagon R | ₹4,98,900 | ₹79,600 |
| Eeco | ₹5,18,100 | ₹68,000 |
| Swift | ₹5,78,900 | ₹84,600 |
| Tour S | ₹6,23,800 | ₹67,200 |
| Dzire | ₹6,25,600 | ₹87,700 |
| Baleno | ₹5,98,900 | ₹86,100 |
| Ignis | ₹5,35,100 | ₹71,300 |
| Fronx | ₹6,84,900 | ₹1,12,600 |
| Brezza | ₹8,25,900 | ₹1,12,700 |
| Ertiga | ₹8,80,000 | ₹46,400 |
| XL6 | ₹11,52,300 | ₹52,000 |
| Jimny | ₹12,31,500 | ₹51,900 |
| Grand Vitara | ₹10,76,500 | ₹1,07,000 |
| Invicto | ₹24,97,400 | ₹61,700 |
| Super Carry | ₹5,06,100 | ₹52,100 |
Why Are Prices Going Down?
Previously, small petrol vehicles were charged around 29% (28% GST + 1% cess) in GST before the tax cut. However, they are now in the 18% GST bracket, which indicates a cut in tax by 11%. Here’s a brief comparison of the old GST rates to the new GST rates for some Maruti cars:
| Type of Vehicle | Old GST Rate | New GST Rate | Tax Cut |
| Small petrol cars (under 4m) | 29% (28% + 1% cess) | 18% | 11% |
| Cars over 4m, engine up to 1500cc | 45% (28% + 17% cess) | 40% | 5% |
| Hybrid cars | 43% | 40% | 3% |
| SUVs (over 4m, engine over 1500cc) | 50% (28% + 22% cess) | 40% | 10% |
These small Maruti cars like the Alto K10, S-Presso, Celerio, Wagon R, Swift, and Dzire have been given the full 11% benefit, making them far cheaper. Bigger cars like Ertiga, XL6, and Grand Vitara also get a 5% discount.
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What This Means for Car Buyers?
Taking into consideration all the recent price cuts following the reduction in the GST rate, these are the most favorable times you will find to purchase a Maruti Suzuki car. Whether you are after a small city car like the Alto, spunky hatchback like the Baleno or rugged SUV like the Jimny or Grand Vitara, your dream car has never been so affordable. The arrival of new prices, just in time for the festival season, when the majority of people in India shop for a car, is icing on the cake. This could certainly boost the sales and lend a helping hand to the automotive industry. Do remember, though, that price cuts may differ depending on the variant and engine type-the base model might receive one discount level, and the top-end one might get another. So, for the actual and best prices in your city, it is better to visit the nearest Maruti Arena or Nexa dealership. Do note that newly launched models like Maruti Victoris may not actually be on this price cut as of now.
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Final Thoughts
Car buyers in India have reasons to celebrate, that is the recent reduction in GST rates has made the buying of vehicles significantly affordable. As a trusted and leading car brand, Maruti Suzuki has promptly reacted positively by slashing prices across all its models. Now with discounts of over ₹1.30 lakh, it’s that much more attractive to own a Maruti car. Be it a first-time buyer for simply automating his family’s daily commute or someone who is willing to pay a bit more for a stylish, fuel-efficient, or spacious model, now is actually a very good time to go to the nearest Maruti dealership. Get in now and avail all the exciting offers to take the Maruti of your dreams home at a price that fits in your budget perfectly.
