Even though official shipments of Iranian cars to Russia have not begun, IKCO Tara and Dena+ sedans have already surfaced in several showrooms across Rostov-on-Don, signaling a staged entry into a market that is watching closely how these models will perform in real-world conditions. The early appearances in these sales spaces suggest a cautious rollout under parallel import arrangements, with dealers aiming to gauge demand before any formal distribution channels are activated.
The Tara comes with a 1.6-liter engine delivering 113 horsepower and is paired with a five-speed manual transmission. In the current showroom context, this configuration is positioned as an affordable entry point for buyers curious about Iranian automotive engineering and its compatibility with local driving preferences. The asking price for this model in the depicted inventory sits at 1,399,700 rubles, placing it in a competitive tier for compact sedans in the region.
IKCO Tara
• The Dena+ expands the lineup with a 1.7-liter turbocharged engine producing 150 horsepower, connected to a six-speed automatic transmission. In the showrooms, this higher-spec variant carries a price tag of 1,492,000 rubles, reflecting its enhanced performance and updated drivetrain. Such pricing indicates a deliberate strategy to appeal to buyers seeking greater power without stepping into premium segments.
These vehicles arrived in Russia via parallel imports, with official deliveries anticipated to begin soon. Iran Khodro (IKCO) has outlined plans to deliver around 2,000 cars to Russia by the end of March and Saipa has projected annual volumes exceeding 20,000 units, signaling a bold push to expand presence beyond niche imports into a broader market penetration.
IKCO Dena+
- “Driving” can now be viewed RuTube
Source: Southern Car [Source: Southern Car]