In a recent media interaction, Kia has confirmed that it will pass on the benefits of the rate cuts to its customers as the Government of India announces the new GST slabs for cars.
New Prices For The Kia Cars As Per The New GST Slabs
Interestingly, these benefits are applicable on the entire ICE lineup, including Kia Sonet, Kia Syros, Kia Seltos, Kia Carens, Kia Carens Clavis, and Kia Carnival.
It is noteworthy here that the new prices will be effective from September 22, 2025.
Till that happens, let’s take a look at the model-wise benefits on Kia cars, with respect to the old and new GST rates.
| Models | Old GST + Cess | New GST | Benefits (Effective from September 22, 2025) |
| Kia Syros Petrol | 29% | 18% | Up to Rs 1.86 lakh |
| Kia Syros Diesel | 31% | 18% | |
| Kia Sonet Petrol | 29% | 18% | Up to Rs 1.64 lakh |
| Kia Sonet Diesel | 31% | 18% | |
| Kia Seltos | 45% | 40% | Up to Rs 75,372 |
| Kia Carens | 45% | 40% | Up to Rs 48,513 |
| Kia Carens Clavis | 45% | 40% | Up to Rs 78,674 |
| Kia Carnival | 50% | 10% | Up to Rs 4.49 lakh |
It is noteworthy here that the price reductions may vary depending on the variant or engine/transmission option you choose.
For getting the exact details, please connect with your nearest Kia dealership.
What About The Revised Tax Slabs For Kia Cars?
So far the Kia Carnival is the most benefitted model here in terms of price while the popular offerings like Kia Syros and Kia Sonet also enjoy benefits of more than 10 percent considering the GST 2.0.
Below is the list of all the Kia offerings and their revised tax slabs.
| Type Of Vehicle | Old GST Slab (Including Cess) | New GST Rates | Savings |
| Sub-4 metre (Petrol) | 29% (28% GST + 1% cess) | 18% | 11% |
| Sub-4 metre (Diesel) | 31% (28% GST + 3% cess) | 18% | 13% |
| Cars over 4 metres in length with engine capacity up to 1,500cc | Up to 45% (28% GST + 17%) | 40% | 5% |
| SUVs (above 4 metres in length with engine capacity exceeding 1,500cc) | Up to 50% (28% GST + up to 22% cess) | 40% | 10% |
On the other hand, the Kia Seltos, Kia Carens, and Kia Clavis Carens only get up to 5 percent savings in tax.
In the meantime, it’s encouraging news for Kia customers as it would be passing on the GST benefits to its customers.
In case you are looking to pick up a new Kia, we would recommend you to wait till September 22 so that you can bring it home at a reduced price.
