Citroen India is reducing prices across its entire range of vehicles, a move attributed to the implementation of GST 2.0. The company will pass the full benefit of the GST adjustments directly to consumers. These price reductions will take effect starting September 22, 2025. This move not only makes Citroen cars more accessible but is also expected to intensify the competitive landscape within the Indian passenger vehicle market.
**Price Reductions by Model:**
Customers will benefit from the following price cuts:
* **C3 and C3X:** Price reductions of up to ₹84,000 will be applied. The C3’s starting price will now be ₹4.80 lakh (ex-showroom).
* **Aircross SUV:** Savings of up to ₹50,000 are available on both the 5-seater and 7-seater versions.
* **Basalt and Basalt X:** These models, which feature a strong design and advanced technology including CARA, an in-car assistant, will have a starting price of ₹7.95 lakh (ex-showroom).
* **C5 Aircross SUV:** The premium SUV, Shine variant, will see the most significant price drop, with a reduction of nearly ₹2.7 lakh, now priced at ₹37.32 lakh (ex-showroom).
**Company Response:**
Stellantis India’s Director of Automotive Brands, Kumar Presh, noted that they welcome the GST reduction on passenger vehicles. He stated that the company is committed to passing on the benefits to customers, with the goal of making their vehicles more affordable and attractive, especially during the upcoming festive season.
**Festive Season Boost:**
The announcement coincides with India’s peak festive season. The timing is strategic, as many customers look to buy new cars during festivals like Onam, Anant Chaturdashi, Navratri, Eid, and Diwali. Citroen anticipates this will boost sales and draw more customers into showrooms.
**The Significance of this Initiative:**
GST 2.0 is designed to simplify the tax system and lower the cost of mass-market vehicles. Citroen, with its recent launches of the Basalt X and C3X, aims to reinforce its position within India’s compact and mid-size SUV market through these price cuts.