Rewritten Title: Navigating the Market: A Snapshot of Iran’s Domestic Auto Industry
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A Barometer of Economic Activity
The domestic automotive sector, a key pillar of Iran’s industrial strategy, continues to be a focal point for market observers. The latest pricing data for vehicles from the nation’s leading manufacturers, Iran Khodro (IKCO) and Saipa, provides insight into the current market dynamics. These figures, reported in Iranian Tomans for Wednesday, October 15, 2025, reflect the ongoing activity within this vital industry.
Iran Khodro (IKCO) Vehicle Pricing Overview
The market for IKCO vehicles shows a range of options catering to diverse consumer needs. The data indicates a clear price structure, with market prices often exceeding official dealership rates.
- Entry-level commercial vehicles like the Arisan pickup are listed with a market price of 674 million Tomans.
- Popular sedan models, such as various trims of the Peugeot 207 and the Soren Plus, show market prices ranging from approximately 858 million to over 1.1 billion Tomans.
- The more premium models, including the Dena Plus and Tara, command higher prices, with the automatic variants reaching up to 1.335 billion and 1.318 billion Tomans, respectively.
- The presence of joint venture and imported models like the Haima S7 Pro and the Foton pickup is also noted, with prices extending up to 2.99 billion Tomans, highlighting the variety within the domestic market.
Saipa Vehicle Pricing Overview
Saipa’s portfolio demonstrates a similar market structure, offering a spectrum of vehicles from city cars to SUVs.
- The Sahand S and Saina S represent the more accessible end of the market, with prices around 711 million and 611 million Tomans.
- The Quick family of hatchbacks shows market prices clustered in the 623 to 661 million Toman range for various trims.
- The Shahin sedan and Atlas SUV lines show a significant price spread, with base models starting around 943 million Tomans and top-tier automatic versions reaching up to 1.466 billion Tomans.
- The data also notes several models, such as the Changan CS35 and the Zamyad pickup, with statuses listed as “Coming Soon,” “Sales Halted,” or “Production Stopped,” indicating the fluid nature of model availability and production planning.
A Vital Component of the National Economy
The consistent publication and analysis of such market data underscore the automotive industry’s significant role. The performance and pricing of flagship companies like IKCO and Saipa are closely watched as indicators of broader industrial and economic trends, reflecting the resilience and development of this strategic sector.