Kia India extends GST benefits to customers

Kia India has announced that it will pass forward the benefits received under the new GST 2.0 structure to its customers. These benefits are applicable to the automaker’s ICE portfolio only. The revised prices will come into effect on September 22, 2025. The Carnival SUV has received the highest benefits, worth up to Rs 4,48,542. Other automakers like Mahindra Auto, Honda Car India, Citroen, Hyundai, and more have also decided to extend the GST benefits to their customers.

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Kia India: GST benefits announced

Here’s how affordable Kia’s ICE cars will become.

Model	Maximum Price Reduction
Sonet	Rs 1,64,471
Syros	Rs 1,86,003
Seltos	Rs 75,372
Carens	Rs 48,513
Carens Clavis	Rs 78,674
Carnival	Rs 4,48,542

Commenting on the announcement, Mr Gwanggu Lee, Managing Director and CEO of Kia India, said, “We welcome the Government of India’s visionary citizen-centric reforms to reduce the GST on passenger vehicles. This transformative measure represents a progressive and timely decision towards making vehicle purchase more affordable for consumers and bringing a boost to the automotive sector growth. In line with this vision, we are proud to pass on the full benefit of the GST rate reductions to our customers, ensuring more affordability and greater accessibility.”

He further added, “This significant reform simplifies the taxation framework and reinforces the government’s commitment to sustainable economic growth and innovative mobility solutions. We are confident this move will energize consumer sentiment and drive demand during the upcoming festive season.”

Kia is currently gearing up to launch the next-generation model of the Seltos SUV. Its test mules have been spotted on road tests on multiple occasions. The new model will be dimensionally identical to the current one. However, it will get plenty of cosmetic and design upgrades. Kia may choose to equip it with the Trinity panoramic display that’s found in the Syros. No changes will be made under the hood of the SUV.

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Final Thoughts

As we mentioned earlier, the revised prices will come into effect on September 22, 2025. Buyers can pre-book their cars at the revised prices right now. With the festive season approaching soon, the demand for deliveries will surge rapidly.