In a big relief for car buyers ahead of the festive season, Maruti Suzuki has announced significant price reductions across its popular Arena lineup, thanks to the GST rate cut from 28% to 18%.
Additionally, Maruti is offering special festive discounts and exchange bonuses on selected models, making this the best time to buy a Maruti car. The combined benefits on some models now exceed ₹1.7 lakh, giving customers an excellent opportunity to upgrade their vehicles at attractive prices.
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The 56th GST Council recently announced a 10% reduction in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) on internal combustion engine (ICE) passenger vehicles, lowering the rate from 28% to 18%.
This landmark decision has enabled automakers to revise their pricing strategies and pass the savings on to consumers. Maruti Suzuki, India’s largest carmaker, has gone a step further by combining GST-linked price reductions with festive offers and exchange bonuses, ensuring maximum value for customers.
Maruti Suzuki Arena Models — New Prices & Total Benefits:
Model & Variant | Old Price | New Price | GST Benefit | Festive + Exchange Bonus | Total Savings |
Alto K10 VXI+ AGS | 6,31,839 | 5,57,527 | 74,312 | 66,000 | 1,40,312 |
Alto K10 CNG VXI | 6,38,991 | 5,67,590 | 71,401 | 61,000 | 1,32,401 |
S-Presso VXI+ AGS | 6,22,509 | 5,49,295 | 73,214 | 61,000 | 1,34,214 |
WagonR ZXI+ AGS | 7,67,372 | 6,85,589 | 81,783 | 70,000 | 1,51,783 |
Celerio ZXI+ AGS | 7,54,574 | 6,74,155 | 80,419 | 65,000 | 1,45,419 |
Swift ZXI+ AGS | 9,72,141 | 8,68,535 | 1,03,606 | 70,000 | 1,73,606 |
Eeco 5 STR AC | 6,27,693 | 5,53,869 | 73,824 | 45,000 | 1,18,824 |
Dzire ZXI+ AGS | 10,43,299 | 9,32,109 | 1,11,190 | 5,000 | 1,16,190 |
Ertiga ZXI+ 1.5L AT | 13,66,201 | 12,94,276 | 71,925 | 7,500 | 79,425 |
Brezza ZXI+ 1.5L AT | 14,24,803 | 13,49,793 | 75,010 | 55,000 | 1,20,000 |
Highlights of the Maruti Suzuki Price Cuts
1. Best Savings on Swift & WagonR
•Maruti Swift ZXI+ AGS leads the pack with total benefits of ₹1.73 lakh, thanks to a massive GST cut and festive discounts.
•WagonR ZXI+ AGS follows closely with total savings of ₹1.51 lakh, making it one of the most value-for-money options.
2. Alto & S-Presso Now More Affordable
•Alto K10 VXI+ AGS and S-Presso VXI+ AGS now deliver benefits of up to ₹1.4 lakh and ₹1.34 lakh, making them attractive choices for first-time buyers.
3. Dzire, Brezza & Ertiga Remain Top Performers
•Maruti Dzire ZXI+ AGS, India’s best-selling sedan, offers benefits of ₹1.16 lakh.
•Brezza ZXI+ AT, one of the top-selling compact SUVs, now comes with savings worth ₹1.2 lakh.
•Ertiga ZXI+ AT, a family-favorite MPV, offers ₹79,425 in total benefits.
With these aggressive GST-driven price cuts and festive discounts, Maruti Suzuki is expected to:
•Boost sales volumes during the festive season.
•Attract first-time buyers in entry-level segments.
•Strengthen its leadership in the compact SUV and hatchback markets.
•Increase competitiveness against rivals like Hyundai, Tata, Kia, and Honda.
Market analysts predict that Maruti’s overall sales could rise by 15–18% in Q4 2025, driven by attractive pricing and festive demand.
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The combination of GST cuts, festive offers, and exchange bonuses has made Maruti Suzuki Arena cars significantly more affordable. Whether you’re looking for an entry-level hatchback like the Alto K10, a family-friendly MPV like the Ertiga, or a premium compact SUV like the Brezza, this is one of the best times to buy a Maruti car.
With festive season demand picking up, Maruti aims to strengthen its market dominance and further widen its lead in India’s passenger vehicle segment.
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