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New Audi A1 to cost from €18,900

Audi Ireland has released initial pricing and specification for new A1.

Audi Ireland has released prices and specification for its new MINI and Citroen DS3 rival, the A1. Prices will start from €18,900 pitching it between MINI's First and One models. The A1 represents Audi's first competitor in the compact car segment.

The entry level 1.2TFSI model comes with alloy wheels, start-stop, remote central locking, electric front windows and ESP as standard. Buyers of the 1.4TFSI or 1.6TDI versions get 16-inch alloy wheels and air conditioning as standard.

The Sport trim adds bigger alloy wheels, sports suspension, sports seats, a leather covered steering wheel and a Driver's Information System. S line versions feature an exterior styling package including 17-inch alloy wheels, S line sports suspension, Xenon lights and a mix of leather and cloth upholstery.

Three engines will be available from launch. The 1.2TFSI and 1.4TFSI produce 85- and 125hp respectively; the latter is available with a six-speed manual or optional seven-speed S-tronic

transmission. The 1.6TDI diesel engine offers 105bhp and 250Nm of torque while returning fuel economy of just 3.3 litres/100km. All versions of the A1 produce less than 125g/km of CO2 resulting in annual road tax of €104.

The A1 can be ordered from this month and will first reach customers in October. All above prices are subject to delivery and related charges.

Click here to read our First Drive of the Audi A1.

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Published on July 8, 2010