The proposed India–European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) may reduce import duties on Completely Built Unit (CBU) vehicles from the current ~110% to 40%, and potentially to 10% over time. This single policy change could dramatically reshape India’s luxury and performance car market.
Lamborghini (Italy)
Lamborghini Urus SE (Plug-in Hybrid SUV)
The Urus SE combines supercar DNA with everyday SUV practicality. It uses a powerful V8 engine paired with an electric motor, making it the most advanced Urus yet.
- Engine: 4.0L V8 Twin-Turbo + Electric Motor
- Power: ~800 PS
- Top Speed: ~305 km/h
- Mileage: ~8–9 km/l
- Key Features: Air suspension, carbon-ceramic brakes, AWD, advanced hybrid system
Expected Price:
- 110% Duty: ₹4.6 – 4.8 Cr
- 40% Duty: ₹3.2 – 3.4 Cr
- 10% Duty: ₹2.7 – 2.9 Cr
Lamborghini Revuelto (Flagship V12 Hybrid)
Revuelto is Lamborghini’s most powerful production car ever, blending a naturally aspirated V12 with electric motors for extreme performance.
- Engine: 6.5L V12 Plug-in Hybrid
- Power: ~1,015 PS
- 0-100 km/h: ~2.5 sec
- Top Speed: 350+ km/h
- 110%: ₹8.8 – 9.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹6.2 – 6.4 Cr
- 10%: ₹5.4 – 5.6 Cr
Lamborghini Temerario (Huracán Successor)
Expected to replace the Huracán, Temerario will introduce a high-revving turbo-hybrid V8, focusing on both performance and efficiency.
- Power: ~900 PS (expected)
- Top Speed: ~340 km/h
- 110%: ₹6.5 – 6.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹4.6 – 4.8 Cr
- 10%: ₹3.9 – 4.1 Cr
Ferrari (Italy)
Ferrari 296 GTB / GTS
A compact mid-engine Ferrari that proves V6 engines can deliver V12-level excitement, enhanced by hybrid technology.
- Engine: 3.0L V6 Plug-in Hybrid
- Power: ~830 PS
- Top Speed: ~330 km/h
- 110%: ₹5.6 – 5.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹4.0 – 4.2 Cr
- 10%: ₹3.4 – 3.6 Cr
Ferrari SF90 Stradale
Ferrari’s most technologically advanced road car, blending electrification with supercar aggression.
- Power: ~1,000 PS
- 0-100 km/h: ~2.5 sec
- 110%: ₹7.8 – 8.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹5.5 – 5.7 Cr
- 10%: ₹4.7 – 4.9 Cr
Ferrari Purosangue (SUV)
Ferrari’s first SUV stays true to the brand with a naturally aspirated V12 and rear-biased AWD.
- Engine: 6.5L V12
- Power: ~725 PS
- 110%: ₹7.2 – 7.4 Cr
- 40%: ₹5.1 – 5.3 Cr
- 10%: ₹4.4 – 4.6 Cr
Ferrari Roma
A luxury grand tourer focused on elegance, comfort, and long-distance performance.
- Engine: 3.9L V8 Twin-Turbo
- Power: ~620 PS
- 110%: ₹4.1 – 4.3 Cr
- 40%: ₹3.0 – 3.2 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
Porsche (Germany)
Porsche 911 (All Variants)
An icon that balances everyday usability with racetrack-level performance.
- Engine: Flat-6 Turbo
- Power: 385 – 650+ PS
- Top Speed: Up to 330 km/h
- 110%: ₹3.2 – 4.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.3 – 3.4 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.0 – 2.6 Cr
Porsche Panamera
A luxury sports sedan offering both performance and rear-seat comfort.
- 110%: ₹2.7 – 3.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.9 – 2.1 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.6 – 1.8 Cr
Porsche Cayenne
A performance-oriented luxury SUV with excellent handling.
- 110%: ₹2.1 – 2.4 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.6 – 1.8 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.3 – 1.5 Cr
Porsche Taycan (EV)
One of the fastest electric cars in the world with Porsche driving dynamics.
- Range: 450 – 500 km
- Power: 625+ PS
- 110%: ₹2.3 – 2.5 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.7 – 1.9 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.5 – 1.6 Cr
Bentley & Rolls-Royce
Bentley Bentayga
Ultra-luxury SUV combining handcrafted interiors with powerful engines.
- 110%: ₹5.8 – 6.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹4.1 – 4.3 Cr
- 10%: ₹3.6 – 3.8 Cr
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
The pinnacle of luxury SUVs, focused on comfort rather than speed.
- 110%: ₹9.5 – 10.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹6.7 – 7.0 Cr
- 10%: ₹5.8 – 6.2 Cr
BMW M, Mercedes-AMG & Audi RS
BMW M5
- Power: ~625 PS
- 110%: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.9 – 2.1 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.6 – 1.8 Cr
Mercedes-AMG G63
- Engine: 4.0L V8 Biturbo
- 110%: ₹3.5 – 3.7 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.5 – 2.7 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.1 – 2.3 Cr
Audi RS Q8
- Power: ~600 PS
- 110%: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.9 – 2.1 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.6 – 1.8 Cr
Maserati (Italy)
Maserati MC20
The MC20 marks Maserati’s return to true supercar territory. Lightweight carbon-fiber construction and a powerful twin-turbo V6 make it a purist’s machine.
- Engine: 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Power: ~630 PS
- Top Speed: ~325 km/h
- Mileage: ~7–8 km/l
- Key Features: Carbon monocoque, butterfly doors, race-focused dynamics
- 110% Duty: ₹4.2 – 4.4 Cr
- 40% Duty: ₹3.0 – 3.2 Cr
- 10% Duty: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
Maserati Grecale
The Grecale is Maserati’s entry luxury SUV, balancing Italian design with daily usability.
- Engine: 2.0L Turbo / 3.0L V6
- Power: 300 – 530 PS
- Top Speed: ~285 km/h
- 110%: ₹1.6 – 1.9 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.2 – 1.4 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.0 – 1.1 Cr
Maserati GranTurismo
A classic grand tourer designed for long-distance comfort with a powerful V6 engine.
- Engine: 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6
- Power: ~550 PS
- Top Speed: ~320 km/h
- 110%: ₹3.5 – 3.7 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.2 – 2.4 Cr
BMW Performance & Flagship Imports
BMW M2
The M2 is BMW’s most engaging driver-focused M car, offering massive power in a compact body.
- Engine: 3.0L Inline-6 Twin-Turbo
- Power: ~460 PS
- Top Speed: ~285 km/h
- 110%: ₹1.4 – 1.5 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.1 – 1.2 Cr
- 10%: ₹95 L – 1.0 Cr
BMW M4 Competition
A track-ready coupe with everyday usability and brutal acceleration.
- Power: ~510 PS
- 0–100 km/h: ~3.9 sec
- 110%: ₹1.9 – 2.1 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.4 – 1.5 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.2 – 1.3 Cr
BMW M8 Coupe
Luxury meets performance with a V8 engine and ultra-premium interiors.
- Engine: 4.4L V8 Twin-Turbo
- Power: ~625 PS
- 110%: ₹3.0 – 3.2 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.2 – 2.4 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.9 – 2.0 Cr
BMW Z4
A stylish roadster built for open-top driving pleasure.
- Engine: 3.0L Turbo Petrol
- Power: ~340 PS
- 110%: ₹1.1 – 1.2 Cr
- 40%: ₹85 – 95 L
- 10%: ₹75 – 80 L
BMW XM
BMW’s most powerful production car ever, combining luxury SUV presence with hybrid power.
- Engine: 4.4L V8 Plug-in Hybrid
- Power: ~653 PS
- 110%: ₹3.6 – 3.8 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.6 – 2.8 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.2 – 2.4 Cr
Mercedes-AMG (Germany)
Mercedes-AMG SL55
A luxury roadster with strong AMG performance and everyday usability.
- Engine: 4.0L V8 Biturbo
- Power: ~470 PS
- 110%: ₹2.8 – 3.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.0 – 2.2 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.7 – 1.9 Cr
Mercedes-AMG GT 63 S E-Performance
One of the fastest luxury sedans in the world, combining V8 power with hybrid tech.
- Power: ~843 PS
- 0–100 km/h: ~2.9 sec
- 110%: ₹3.8 – 4.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.7 – 2.9 Cr
- 10%: ₹2.3 – 2.5 Cr
Mercedes-AMG CLE 53
A sporty coupe replacing older C-Class performance models.
- 110%: ₹1.9 – 2.1 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.4 – 1.5 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.2 – 1.3 Cr
Audi RS Performance Models
Audi RS6 Avant
A supercar disguised as a family wagon with massive V8 power.
- Engine: 4.0L V8 Twin-Turbo
- Power: ~600 PS
- 110%: ₹2.9 – 3.1 Cr
- 40%: ₹2.1 – 2.3 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.8 – 2.0 Cr
Audi RS5 Sportback
A perfect blend of practicality and performance.
- 110%: ₹1.8 – 2.0 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.3 – 1.4 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.1 – 1.2 Cr
Volkswagen & Škoda Performance Imports
Volkswagen Golf GTI / Golf R
Iconic hot hatchbacks loved globally for sharp handling and strong engines.
- Power: 245 – 320 PS
- Top Speed: ~250 km/h
- 110%: ₹55 – 60 L
- 40%: ₹40 – 45 L
- 10%: ₹34 – 38 L
Škoda Octavia RS
A sporty sedan offering excellent performance with everyday practicality.
- 110%: ₹55 – 58 L
- 40%: ₹40 – 42 L
- 10%: ₹34 – 36 L
Škoda Kodiaq RS
A performance-oriented family SUV with sporty tuning.
- 110%: ₹65 – 70 L
- 40%: ₹50 – 55 L
- 10%: ₹42 – 45 L
Land Rover Defender (CBU Trims)
The Defender blends hardcore off-road capability with modern luxury.
- Engine Options: 2.0L Petrol, 3.0L Diesel, 5.0L V8
- Top Speed: Up to 240 km/h
- 110%: ₹1.8 – 2.3 Cr
- 40%: ₹1.4 – 1.7 Cr
- 10%: ₹1.2 – 1.4 Cr
Final Thoughts
If the India–EU FTA moves forward, luxury cars could finally be priced closer to global markets. Even a reduction to 40% duty would create the biggest correction India’s premium car segment has ever seen.
This policy could turn aspiration into reality for thousands of Indian car enthusiasts.
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