Kia India launches festive, pre-GST offers worth up to Rs 2.25 lakh on select models; check state-wise list

Kia India on Friday announced exclusive pre-GST savings along with festive benefits, giving customers the chance to save up to Rs 2.25 lakh on select models. The limited-period offer is valid until September 22, 2025.

The benefits combine pre-GST savings of up to Rs 58,000 with festive offers worth up to Rs 1.67 lakh. Customers across different states can avail varying benefits on Kia’s popular models such as Seltos, Carens, and Clavis, making this one of the biggest seasonal deals from the automaker.

State-wise benefits on select models

The savings vary across regions. For example, in Kerala, customers can save up to Rs 2.25 lakh on the Seltos, while in Karnataka, benefits on the same model go up to Rs 2.10 lakh. Carens and Clavis buyers also enjoy significant savings, ranging between Rs 88,650 and Rs 1.55 lakh depending on the state.

These offers apply to Kia’s most popular cars, ensuring that buyers in every region can find value this festive season.

Kia’s festive push

Commenting on the initiative, Mr. Joonsu Cho, CSO, Kia India, said: “Festivals are about joy, togetherness & new beginnings and at Kia, we want to make this season even more special for our customers. With exclusive Pre-GST savings and festive benefits, customers now have the chance to drive home their favourite Kia with unmatched value. As we believe that owning a Kia is not just about driving a car, but about adding comfort, style, and happiness to everyday life. We invite customers to visit us and experience the joy of starting their festive journey with Kia.”

GST 2.0 brings broad relief to car buyers

The festive offer comes at a time when GST 2.0 has drive  a major reduction in car prices across India. The GST Council, in its 56th meeting, reduced the broad automobile tax rate by 10 percentage points to 18 per cent. This has brought down prices across all segments--from budget hatchbacks to premium SUVs.

As a result, buyers are saving anywhere between Rs 65,000 and Rs 3.5 lakh, depending on the model and brand. Automakers such as Maruti Suzuki, Hyundai, Tata Motors, Mahindra, Toyota, Skoda, Renault, and Kia have all passed on these benefits to customers.

GST 2.0: How tax slabs have changed

Under GST 2.0, small petrol, hybrid, LPG, and CNG cars (under 1200 cc and 4 metres in length) are now taxed at 18 per cent, down from 28 per cent. Diesel and diesel-hybrid cars under 1500 cc also fall under the same slab. Three-wheelers and motorcycles up to 350 cc now attract 18 per cent GST, down from 28 per cent.

While smaller vehicles are cheaper under the new regime, mid-size, large, and luxury cars are still taxed at a higher rate of 40 per cent. EVs continue to enjoy a 5 per cent GST, while hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (FCEVs) now benefit from a reduced 5 per cent slab, down from 12 per cent.