They will be an A180 petrol version at €26,435 ex-works, and an A180 CDI diesel version at €28,550 - the latter model predicted to take the spotlight in Ireland due in part to its greener C02 emissions of just 98g/km.
Billed as the car that many believe will introduce the luxury car maker to a completely new, younger generation of customers, both models will come in a choice of three specifications and equipment lines - Style Pack, Urban Pack and Sports Pack.
Entry models here will all be equipped with the Style Pack option which includes which, if purchased separately, would have a value equivalent to €1,600.
The new A-Class made its debut at the Geneva Motor Show in March. It sits closer to the ground than its predecessor giving the car a more sporty, youthful appearance. It is built on the B-Class platform.
All engines offer an idle-stop system as standard, linked to a six-speed manual or seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. Collision Prevention Assist, Attention Assist, Adaptive Brake Assist and Brake Hold are all part of its standard safety features.
