Check Out These Cheapest Cars under 6 Lakhs You Can Buy This Diwali
By Salil Kumar
Updated September 23, 2025
The GST 2.0 tax rationalization, effective September 22, 2025, has brought a game-changing opportunity for car buyers. Vehicles under four meters with petrol engines up to 1,200cc or diesel engines up to 1,500cc now attract only 18% GST, eliminating the previous 1–3% compensation cess.
This has resulted in price cuts of 6–10%, bringing entry-level hatchbacks, compact sedans, and micro-SUVs into reach for a broader audience.
For the first time in a long time, models like the Maruti Alto K10 and S-Presso are priced below Rs 4 lakh ex-showroom, making car ownership more attainable. The Tata Punch is one of the safest 5-star cars you can buy for just 5.49 lakhs. While those with XL families can check out the new Triber 7-seater at just 5.76 lkahs.
The new Swift is also now a sub 6 lakh car as is the sporty hatch i10.
| Brand / Model | Old Price (Ex-Showroom, Rs Lakh) | New Price (Ex-Showroom, Rs Lakh) | Reduction (Rs Lakh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maruti Suzuki Alto K10 | 4.23 | 3.70 | 0.53 |
| Maruti Suzuki S-Presso | 4.26 | 3.50 | 0.76 |
| Renault Kwid | 4.70 | 4.30 | 0.40 |
| Maruti Suzuki Celerio | 5.36 | 4.70 | 0.66 |
| Tata Punch | 6.00 | 5.49 | 0.51 |
| Tata Tiago | 5.65 | 4.57 | 1.08 |
| Maruti Suzuki Wagon R | 5.54 | 4.99 | 0.55 |
| Hyundai Grand i10 Nios | 5.98 | 5.47 | 0.51 |
| Maruti Suzuki Swift | 6.49 | 5.79 | 0.70 |
| Citroen C3 | 6.16 | 4.80 | 1.36 |
| Renault Triber | 6.30 | 5.76 | 0.54 |
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