ISLAMABAD – For Pakistanis saving up for Suzuki Alto, a cheaper ride could be possible under proposed auto policy which could slash its price by Rs355,000, as all eyes remain on final approvals.
The government moves towards overhaul of Car taxes, import duties and industry incentives. Under an estimate linked to the proposed Automotive and Auto Parts Manufacturing Policy 2026–31, an Alto priced at an assumed Rs3.2 million could fall to Rs2.845 million during the first fiscal year—a reduction of approximately 11.1%.
However, the projected figure is not an officially announced Suzuki price. The estimate does not identify a specific Alto variant or provide a detailed calculation.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reportedly approved the draft in principle on Tuesday, October 20. The proposed framework still faces IMF review, federal cabinet approval and the legislative steps required to implement its tax measures.
Suzuki Alto Price
Suzuki’s current official prices vary by variant, meaning the Rs3.2 million figure used in the projection is an assumed benchmark rather than an exact listed price.
| Alto variant | Current price |
|---|---|
| VXR | Rs2,994,861 |
| VXR-AGS | Rs3,166,480 |
| VXL-AGS | Rs3,326,446 |
Filer and non-filer taxes are listed separately. Any eventual reduction would depend on the final tax framework and Suzuki’s revised pricing.
The draft proposes bringing customs duty on conventional internal combustion engine cars and SUVs down to 15% by 2031, while eliminating additional customs and regulatory duties.
Alongside these reductions, a proposed Automotive Development Levy would impose higher charges on selected conventional vehicles. Cars up to 1,000cc would be exempt, placing the approximately 660cc Alto outside the proposed levy.
| Vehicle category | Proposed development levy |
|---|---|
| Cars up to 1,000cc | 0% |
| Cars from 1,001cc to 2,000cc | 2% |
| Cars above 2,000cc | 10% |
| Two- and three-wheelers | 0% |
| Agricultural tractors | 0% |
| Non-agricultural prime movers | 2% |
| Trucks and light commercial vehicles | 2% |
| Buses and vans | 2% |
The exemption would apply specifically to the proposed development levy, rather than all taxes charged on smaller cars.
The proposed policy would give battery electric vehicles the lowest sales tax rate, while conventional hybrids and petrol-powered vehicles would face substantially higher taxation.
| Vehicle category | Proposed sales tax |
|---|---|
| Battery electric vehicles | 1% |
| Range-extended electric vehicles | 6% |
| Plug-in hybrid electric vehicles | 9% |
| Conventional hybrids and ICE vehicles | 18% |
The proposed rates would cover both locally assembled and imported vehicles. Small electric vehicles valued below $15,000 on a cost, insurance and freight basis could also receive a reduced 5% import tariff during the policy’s first two years.
The framework further proposes increasing financing limits for new energy vehicles from Rs3 million to Rs10 million and extending maximum repayment periods from three years to five years.
The government expects the proposed development levy to generate approximately Rs232 billion over five years to finance export incentives. The policy targets cumulative automotive exports of around $6 billion over the same period, linking industry support with efforts to expand Pakistan’s presence in overseas vehicle and auto-parts markets.
Beyond taxes, the draft includes measures aimed at addressing longstanding complaints over advance payments, price increases and speculative bookings.
Manufacturers would be restricted to collecting a maximum booking advance of 20% of a vehicle’s retail price. Buyers would also receive protection against subsequent price increases, except where qualifying government tax changes affect the payable amount. Another proposal would require vehicles to be registered in the actual buyer’s name before showroom delivery, potentially making speculative resale and premium-based transactions less attractive.
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