If you are planning to buy a midsize SUV this festive season, now could be the perfect time. Thanks to the recently implemented GST 2.0 reforms, major carmakers have reduced the prices of their popular SUVs. Buyers can now save up to Rs75,000 on select models. Here are the top five SUVs that have become more affordable:
1. Hyundai Creta
India's best-selling midsize SUV, the Hyundai Creta, is now available at lower prices. After GST 2.0, prices have dropped by Rs 38,000 to Rs 70,000. The Creta now starts at 10.73 lakh, compared to the earlier starting price of Rs 11.11 lakh.
2. Kia Seltos
The Creta's biggest rival, the Kia Seltos, has also seen a major price cut. Depending on the variant, customers can save Rs 40,000 to Rs 75,000. The SUV now starts at 10.79 lakh, down from 11.19 lakh.
3. Toyota Hyryder
Toyota's Urban Cruiser Hyryder, popular for its hybrid technology, is now cheaper by Rs 39,000 to Rs 65,000. Its new entry price is Rs 10.95 lakh, down from 11.34 lakh.
4. Skoda Kushaq
The Skoda Kushaq, a German-engineered SUV, has also become more affordable. Prices have been reduced by Rs 38,000 to Rs 66,000, bringing the starting price down to 10.61 lakh from 10.99 lakh.
5. Maruti Grand Vitara
Maruti's premium SUV, the Grand Vitara, has received a price reduction of Rs 39,000 to Rs 68,000. The new starting price is Rs 11.03 lakh, compared to the earlier Rs 11.42 lakh.
With these significant price cuts, the festive season is shaping up to be one of the best times for SUV buyers. If you've been planning to bring home a midsize SUV, this could be the right opportunity to make your purchase.