The Honda Amaze has earned a strong reputation in India’s compact sedan market as a practical, reliable, and family-friendly choice. With its spacious cabin, refined 1.2-litre petrol engine, and Honda’s proven durability, the Amaze continues to be a popular option among urban buyers and small families who need comfort without compromising on affordability. Known for its sleek design and city-friendly dimensions, it combines the feel of a sedan with the running costs of a hatchback.
Until now, the Amaze was subject to India’s higher GST and cess slabs, which kept its ex-showroom price slightly above what many budget-conscious families preferred. Under the older tax structure, small petrol cars under 4 metres with engines up to 1200cc, like the Honda Amaze, attracted 28% GST and 1% cess, bringing the total to 29%. This inflated the price considerably compared to the car’s base manufacturing cost.
This has changed dramatically with the introduction of GST 2.0, effective September 22, 2025. The cess has been completely removed, and the Honda Amaze now falls under a simplified 18% GST slab. The result is an effective 11% tax reduction, which directly translates into a price drop of up to ₹96,000, depending on the variant.
