After the elimination of the first tier of the top-level tax, the automotive market began to show clear signs of readjustment.
Prices dropped, new options appeared in the segment, and the mid-range SUVs are the big winners.
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What changed with the reduction of the top-level tax?
The measure has been in effect since February, but only now is its real impact on prices being seen. The market needed time to adjust stock and lists.
The elimination of the first tier of the tax reduced by 20% on models between $42 and $78 million. Additionally, the second tier dropped from 35% to 18%.
Why did it take time to reflect in prices?
It took between 30 and 60 days to clear old stock and nationalize imported cars. With the April lists, the change is reflected.
El Banco Ciudad lanzó un importate crédito a tasa fija para comprar autos
Only now are adjusted prices being seen that reach the public without the previous tax burden.
SUVs, the big winners
The most affected segment was the mid-size SUVs. Today it is the one that offers the most options with competitive prices.
Nissan X-Trail 2.5
The B-SUVs were not affected, but some imported models also dropped. The C-SUVs were the ones that dropped the most.
The cheapest on the market: what SUVs can be found for less than $30 million?
Citroën Basalt: between $23,760,000 and $31,190,000
Citroën C3 Aircross: between $27,580,000 and $32,810,000
Fiat Pulse: between $27,610,000 and $34,046,000
Renault Stepway: between $27,710,000 and $28,740,000
Chevrolet Spin: between $28,057,900 and $34,033,900
Chevrolet Tracker: between $28,393,900 and $36,864,900
Nissan Kicks: between $28,547,500 and $37,885,000
Citroën C4 Cactus: between $29,310,000 and $32,280,000
Renault Kardian: between $28,390,000 and $33,990,000
Citroën Basalt: entre $23.760.000 y $31.190.000
More options between $30 and $80 million
This range, previously empty due to the tax, is now filled with new and attractive models.
More than 40 SUVs have been added to the offer between $30 million and $80 million, with more accessible entry versions.
KIA K3 Cross: between USD 25,000 and USD 28,500
Hyundai Creta: between USD 30,000 and USD 34,000
Volkswagen Nivus: between $30,938,700 and $38,380,200
Renault Duster: between $31,560,000 and $36,610,000
Peugeot 2008: between $33,230,000 and $40,790,000
Jeep Renegade: between $34,726,000 and $43,650,000
Fiat Fastback: between $35,581,000 and $39,058,000
KIA Seltos: single version at USD 36,000
Volkswagen T-Cross: between $37,409,300 and $44,882,800
Honda HR-V: between $38,700,000 and $43,868,000
Toyota Corolla Cross: between $39,228,000 and $47,390,000
KIA K3 Cross: entre USD 25.000 y USD 28.500
Above $40 million: new players on the scene
The removal of the tax enabled a new range of previously inaccessible vehicles. Premium models now compete in a new field.
Jeep Compass: between $41,407,000 and $53,032,000
Ford Territory: between $41,740,300 and $45,054,400
Honda ZR-V: between $42,568,000 and $50,308,000
Toyota Corolla Hybrid: between $43,279,000 and $47,242,000
Volkswagen Taos: between $43,939,300 and $43,134,250
Renault Koleos: $44,700,000
KIA Sportage: between USD 48,000 and USD 56,000
Hyundai Tucson: between USD 48,000 and USD 58,000
Citroën C5 Aircross: $49,410,000
Ford Bronco Sport: between $49,922,600 and $55,578,800
Jeep Commander: between $51,155,000 and $61,130,000
Peugeot 3008: $54,070,000
Peugeot 5008: $55,090,000
Honda CR-V: between $57,350,000 and $76,915,000
Nissan X-Trail: between $63,630,000 and $76,254,200
Chevrolet Trailblazer: $63,939,900
Ford Kuga Hybrid: $67,418,600
Volkswagen Tiguan: $68,494,300
Toyota SW4: between $69,792,000 and $73,628,000
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid: USD 70,200
Honda CR-V Hybrid: $81,350,000
Jeep Compass: entre $41.407.000 y $53.032.000
What about prices above $82 million?
From $82 million or USD 75,000, the internal tax is reapplied. The 18% surcharge drives prices above $120 million.
That explains why many brands adjusted entry versions to stay just below that threshold.
