GST Council Meeting: Maruti Suzuki Victoris Pricing Reveal Post Clarity On New Tax Structure

Maruti Suzuki Victoris Launch:  The Maruti Suzuki Victoris was expected to be launched today, but the brand has decided to only unveil the car. The GST Council meeting is being held today, and the brand has decided to reveal the prices for its SUV post clarity on the new tax structure. Let’s take a look at what the Indian automobile industry is expecting from the GST Council meeting, along with expected price and features of the upcoming Maruti Suzuki Victoris.

GST Council Meeting: What To Expect?

The automobile industry has been demanding a reduction in the GST rates levied on small cars for a long time now. During his televised speech on the 79th Independence Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi also mentioned a Diwali Bonanza for the automotive industry of the country. Currently, the small cars are taxed at 28 per cent, and major automakers are demanding that the government slash the taxes by 10 per cent and deduct 18 per cent GST on small cars and bikes. Thus, it is anticipated that the small cars and bikes can become more affordable.

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Features

The brand is expected to equip the Victoris with a range of advanced technological features. The SUV is expected to come equipped with a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Victoris by Maruti Suzuki is also expected to feature a fully automatic climate control system, Ambient lighting, a panoramic sunroof, ventilated seats, and new materials for the upholstery.

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Maruti Suzuki Victoris: Expected Price

Maruti Suzuki Victoris will be placed between the Brezza and the Grand Vitara in the brand’s lineup. While the Brezza is priced between Rs 8.69 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 12.58 lakh (ex-showroom) in the market, the Grand Vitara is priced between Rs 11.42 lakh (ex-showroom) and Rs 20.68 lakh (ex-showroom). Thus, we expect the Maruti Suzuki Victoris to be priced between Rs 10 lakh and Rs 16 lakh in India.