Difference between Ex-Showroom Price and On-Road Prices of Vehicles

What is the ex-showroom price?
The ex-showroom price is the cost of the car, excluding the road tax, RTO and insurance. You cannot drive the car or the bike on the road of a nation if you don't pay for these, so it is essential to pay for these when you are buying a car or a bike. When you get to see the price of the car or the bike in an advertisement, it is generally the Ex-showroom price in which the cost of the ex-factory charges, GST and profit of the seller is included. But the cost of tax, RTO and insurance is not included in this calculation of the ex-showroom price.

What is the on-road price?
The on-road price is always higher than the ex-showroom price of a vehicle because it includes all the costs, including registration and road cost. You can check the on-road price of the vehicle while buying it to understand what you need to pay finally when you want to buy a car. There are many factors that are calculated while deciding the on-road price of a car. Let us check the following points to understand those influencing factors.

Maintenance cost
You need to take the maintenance package to keep your vehicle well-functioning with the help of professional help. The annual maintenance package includes servicing the vehicle, cleaning it at a certain interval, polishing and roadside assistance in necessity. These maintenances cannot be done without trained and well-skilled professionals. So, this annual maintenance package is a major part of the car cost.
Extra warranty period
The option to extend the warranty period of your vehicle is there when you are investing in a car. It can help you to secure the future of the car for an extended period. The cost that you need to buy this extended warranty period influences the on-road price of the vehicle.
Insurance cost
The insurance cost of a car is included in the on-road price of a car. You must have insurance coverage when you are driving a car. There are many insurance companies available to guide you properly and get the right insurance package depending on the car that you choose. The on-road vehicle cost depends on the insurance package you choose.

Other costs
There are many other costs like road tax, registration charge for buying a car, tax collection and more. These charges vary depending on your location and the rules of the government at that place. So, the amount of on-road prices of the cars varies from one place to another. You should check the on-road price of a car at the location where you stay.
You should check the details of the on-road price of the car when you are going to invest in a model of vehicle. The professionals of the car sellers are also there to give you proper guidance and help you to pay the right amount to buy the best car as per your desire and budget.
Latest News
Janak Sorap | Jan 21, 20262026 Triumph Trident 660 and Tiger Sport 660 Unveiled; India Launch This YearBased on the setup offered on the Daytona 660, this is the most comprehensive update the Trident and Tiger Sport has received since their introduction.3 mins read
Jaiveer Mehra | Jan 21, 2026New Mercedes-Benz S-Class Previewed Ahead Of Jan 29 Global DebutMercedes says that over 50 per cent of the parts in the upcoming S-class are new, with the car also set to be L4 autonomous driving ready.3 mins read
car&bike Team | Jan 21, 20262026 Jeep Meridian Updated With Sliding Second Row Seats; Prices Start At Rs. 23.33 LakhThe update is limited to select three-row variants of the Jeep Meridian, namely, Limited and Overland.1 min read
Jaiveer Mehra | Jan 21, 2026Skoda Kylaq Classic+, Prestige+ Prices RevealedSkoda has also confirmed a new Sportline variant that will join the lineup later in the year.1 min read
Jaiveer Mehra | Jan 20, 2026Tata Punch Facelift Bharat NCAP Crash Test Scores Revealed; Gets 5-Star RatingFacelifted internal combustion Punch secures 30.58 out of 32 for adult occupant protection and 45 out of 49 for child occupant protection.1 min read
Seshan Vijayraghvan | Jan 20, 2026Maruti Suzuki To Invest Rs. 35,000 Crore For Setting Up New Manufacturing Plant In GujaratThe new facility will come up in Khoraj, on 1,750 acres of land provided by Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC).2 mins read
Bilal Firfiray | Jan 21, 2026Tata Punch Facelift Review: New Turbo Engine; Same Old SoulWith the update, the Tata Punch facelift retains its character of being a healthy runabout, which is perfect for Indian roads. But have these changes made it any better?7 mins read
Amaan Ahmed | Jan 17, 2026Bajaj Chetak C25 First Ride Review: Basic, Likeable E-Scooter For First-Time RidersThe Chetak C25, in quite a few ways, is poles apart from the larger and more powerful 30 and 35 Series models, but in its mannerisms, it is very much a Chetak.8 mins read
Bilal Firfiray | Jan 9, 2026Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder: 10,000 km Long-Term ReviewAfter spending over three months and 10,000 km with the Toyota Urban Cruiser Hyryder Hybrid, we were impressed by its real-world mileage, seamless hybrid, practical comfort, and Toyota reliability. Is it the best C-SUV then?5 mins read
Seshan Vijayraghvan | Jan 8, 20262026 Mahindra XUV 7XO Review: Big On Tech, Bigger On ComfortThe new Mahindra XUV 7XO is flashier, feature packed, and comes with more advanced tech. But are the changes just incremental or actually substantial?1 min read
Preetam Bora | Jan 10, 2026Simple One Gen 2 First Ride Review: 265 km Claimed Range!The Gen 2 model of Simple Energy’s first electric scooter gets a fair few updates, including new features, tech, more range and lighter weight. We spent a couple of hours with the Simple One Gen 2 to find out if it manages to impress.6 mins read

















































































































