KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- The Mini Cooper is available in four different variants; Essential Pack, Classic Pack, Favoured Pack, and the JCW Pack.
- Powered by a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine with 201bhp and 300Nm of torque.
The Mini Cooper has always been a style icon, and if you've had your eyes on it for a while, you will certainly breathe a sigh of relief. With the Govt's latest GST reforms, the prices of the this rather premium go-kart have come down, thus making it a tad bit more affordable than before.
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Mini Cooper Prices Reduced; Details
The Mini Cooper is available in four different variants; Essential Pack, Classic Pack, Favoured Pack, and the JCW Pack. With the Indian Government's latest GST reforms, the Mini Cooper now falls under a new flat 40 percent tax slab. Earlier, vehicles larger than 4 metres in length and bearing engines larger than 1200cc (petrol), 1500cc (diesel) used to attract about 45-50 percent GST, out of which 17-22 percent was the cess levied. Under the new regime, the revised tax rate is now at a flat 40 percent with the cess rate now gone.
The following table will show you the price difference under both the old and new GST rates.
| Variant | Price (Old GST) | Price (New GST) |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Pack | Rs 46.20 lakh | Rs 43.70 lakh |
| Classic Pack | Rs 51.95 lakh | Rs 49.20 lakh |
| Favoured Pack | Rs 55.00 lakh | Rs 52.00 lakh |
| JCW Pack | Rs 57.50 lakh | Rs 54.50 lakh |
Even though the Mini Cooper is just about 3876mm long, the fact that is powered by a 2.0-litre, turbo-petrol engine is why it falls under the 40 percent tax slab. Speaking of the engine, it produces 201bhp and 300Nm of torque, paired to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. On the inside, it carries on with the minimalistic interiors, featuring the 9-inch round infotainment touch screen, and the features include a digital key, a fish-eye camera, and a Level 1 ADAS suite.
Verdict
These new GST rates affect the buying decisions of many people, who look to upgrade to something properly premium. The Mini Cooper in particular, has become more accessible with the new GST reforms.
