Kia Seltos Final Price After GST Cut - Old vs New Price of Seltos

Published on 18 Sept, 2025, 5:57 AM IST

Updated on 24 Sept, 2025, 9:50 AM IST

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Since its launch, the Kia Seltos has been one of the most popular mid-size SUVs in India. It blends stylish design, strong performance, and feature-rich interiors. Available with both petrol and diesel engine options, it caters to a wide spectrum of buyers. Positioned above the sub-4-metre SUV segment, the Seltos competes directly with models like the Hyundai Creta, Maruti Grand Vitara, Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder, and Skoda Kushaq.

With the introduction of GST 2.0 effective from September 22, 2025, the taxation structure for cars in India has undergone a significant revamp. For vehicles like the Kia Seltos — which is over 4 metres long and comes with 1.5-litre petrol and diesel engines — the earlier tax slab was 28% GST plus 17% cess (45% total). Under the revised regime, the cess has been removed, and a flat 40% GST is applied.

This change results in a price drop for Seltos buyers, making the SUV a more value-driven proposition in its segment. This article explores the new prices in detail.

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Kia Seltos (Petrol Variants) Final Prices after the GST Cut

The petrol variants of the Kia Seltos, powered by the 1.5-litre naturally aspirated and turbo-petrol engines, now enjoy a lower tax rate compared to the previous structure. While the reduction is smaller in percentage terms compared to smaller cars, it still makes the Seltos more attractive for buyers looking for a spacious family SUV.

Seltos Variant	Old Price (Ex-showroom)	Final Price (Ex-showroom)	Reduction	Reduction (%)
1.5 X-Line DCT GDi (Matte)	₹20,55,900	₹19,85,007	₹70,893	3.45%
1.5 GTX Plus DCT GDi (DT)	₹20,19,900	₹19,50,248	₹69,652	3.45%
1.5 GTX Plus DCT GDi	₹19,99,900	₹19,30,938	₹68,962	3.45%
1.5 HTX (O) IVT	₹18,09,900	₹17,47,490	₹62,410	3.45%
1.5 HTX IVT	₹17,26,900	₹16,67,352	₹59,548	3.45%
1.5 HTX (O)	₹16,76,900	₹16,19,076	₹57,824	3.45%
1.5 HTK Plus (O) IVT	₹15,81,900	₹15,27,352	₹54,548	3.45%
1.5 HTX	₹15,81,900	₹15,27,352	₹54,548	3.45%
1.5 HTK Plus iMT GDi	₹15,77,900	₹15,23,490	₹54,410	3.45%
1.5 HTK Plus (O)	₹14,45,900	₹13,96,041	₹49,859	3.45%
1.5 HTK (O)	₹13,04,900	₹12,59,903	₹44,997	3.45%
1.5 HTK	₹12,63,900	₹12,20,317	₹43,583	3.45%
1.5 HTE (O)	₹11,18,900	₹10,80,317	₹38,583	3.45%

Kia Seltos (Diesel Variants) Final Prices after the GST Cut

The 1.5-litre diesel variants of the Seltos were also taxed at 45% under the old regime. With GST 2.0, these trims now fall under the uniform 40% flat GST slab, offering similar savings as the petrol versions. For customers who prioritise fuel efficiency and long-distance driving, the diesel Seltos becomes a slightly more affordable and compelling package.

Seltos Variant	Old Price (Ex-showroom)	Final Price (Ex-showroom)	Reduction	Reduction (%)
1.5 X-Line AT Diesel (Matte)	₹20,55,900	₹19,85,007	₹70,893	3.45%
1.5 GTX Plus AT Diesel (DT)	₹20,19,900	₹19,50,248	₹69,652	3.45%
1.5 GTX Plus AT Diesel	₹19,99,900	₹19,30,938	₹68,962	3.45%
1.5 HTX AT Diesel	₹18,70,900	₹18,06,386	₹64,514	3.45%
1.5 HTX (O) Diesel	₹18,41,900	₹17,78,386	₹63,514	3.45%
1.5 HTX Diesel	₹17,38,900	₹16,78,938	₹59,962	3.45%
1.5 HTK Plus (O) Diesel AT	₹17,27,900	₹16,68,317	₹59,583	3.45%
1.5 HTK Plus (O) Diesel	₹16,01,900	₹15,46,662	₹55,238	3.45%
1.5 HTK (O) Diesel	₹14,60,900	₹14,10,524	₹50,376	3.45%
1.5 HTK Diesel	₹14,11,900	₹13,63,214	₹48,686	3.45%
1.5 HTE (O) Diesel	₹12,76,900	₹12,32,869	₹44,031	3.45%

Why have the prices been reduced for the Kia Seltos?

The price cut stems directly from the restructuring of the tax regime. Under the earlier GST + cess system, vehicles like the Seltos faced an effective 45% tax burden. The new system eliminates the cess entirely and consolidates the rate into a 40% GST flat, making the pricing more transparent and marginally lowering costs for consumers.

Category	Old GST	Old Cess	Old Total Tax	New GST	New Total Tax	Change in Tax
Mid-size cars (up to 1,500cc)	28%	17%	45%	40%	40%	5% lower than before

Frequently Asked Questions

Here are a few common questions and their answers related to the Kia Seltos price cut after the GST reduction.

How much tax reduction has the Kia Seltos received under GST 2.0?

The effective rate has fallen from 45% to 40%, which is a 5% reduction.

Does the GST reduction apply to both petrol and diesel variants?

Yes, both fuel types are equally affected since the Seltos is over 4 metres and has engines of 1.5 litres.

When will customers see the new prices reflected?

From September 22, 2025, onwards, GST 2.0 officially takes effect.

Will the price drop be the same for all Seltos variants?

Yes, the percentage reduction is uniform (3.45%), though the exact price drop will vary depending on the variant’s ex-showroom cost.

Can the final ex-showroom prices still change?

Yes, Kia may make minor adjustments to factor in logistics or input costs, so the new GST-linked prices are tentative.

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