GST Council clarifies SUV cess

The GST Council on Saturday clarified what constitutes ‘hot-selling SUVs’ which will attract the 22 per cent cess in addition to a 28 per cent GST. However, analysts said the clarification itself is ambiguous and would lead to future disputes. “The higher rate of cess is applicable to motor vehicles fulfilling four conditions — popularly known as an SUV, engine capacity of 1500cc, length beyond 4,…