Citroën India Slashes Car Prices by up to ₹2.67 Lakh Following GST Reduction

Citroën India announced significant price reductions across its entire vehicle portfolio on Tuesday, becoming the latest manufacturer to pass on the complete benefit of the Government's revised GST structure to customers. The new pricing will take effect from September 22, 2025, when the GST 2.0 reforms are implemented nationwide. 

The Chennai-based subsidiary of Stellantis confirmed that customers will enjoy substantial savings across all models, with the flagship C5 Aircross receiving the highest price cut of ₹2.67 lakh. The entry-level C3 hatchback will now start at just ₹4.80 lakh, representing a reduction of up to ₹84,000 from its current pricing. 

Kumar Priyesh, Director-Automotive Brands at Stellantis India, described the GST reduction as "a welcome reform that will expand access to safe, modern, and efficient mobility across India". 

Comprehensive Price Reductions Across Range

The revised pricing structure brings considerable relief to car buyers, particularly in the small car segment. The C3 and C3X models will see reductions of up to ₹84,000, with the C3 now starting at ₹4.80 lakh ex-showroom. The Aircross SUV, available in both 5-seater and 7-seater configurations, will become up to ₹50,000 more affordable. 
 

The Basalt and Basalt X models, recently launched with the new GST structure already factored in, will maintain their current pricing. The Basalt X features Citroën's new CARA in-car AI assistant and starts at ₹7.95 lakh.

Industry-Wide Impact of GST Reform

The GST Council's decision to reduce taxes on small cars from 28% to 18% represents one of the most significant automotive policy changes in recent years. Cars measuring under 4 metres in length with engines up to 1,200cc for petrol and 1,500cc for diesel now benefit from the lower tax slab. 

This reform coincides with the festive season, including Onam, Anant Chaturdashi, Navratri, Eid, and Diwali, which is expected to catalyse demand and accelerate industry growth beyond earlier forecasts. Multiple manufacturers including Tata Motors, Hyundai, Mahindra, and Renault have announced similar price reductions following the GST restructure. 

The automotive sector, recognised as one of India's largest economic contributors, is anticipated to benefit significantly from these changes. The timing of the reform, just ahead of the festive buying season, positions manufacturers to capitalise on increased consumer interest in personal mobility solutions.