PRICES have been announced for the new smart forfour in Ireland, which will start from E14,995 for the special launch black edition.

The smart forfour, the first smart with four seats and five doors, is available with a range of five engines, including two diesel units built by Mercedes-Benz. It is the first time customers have been able to buy a diesel smart in Ireland.

The 1.1-litre, three-cylinder petrol engine in Pulse trim is available from E16,395, rising to E23,495 for the three-cylinder 1.5 cdi (95bhp) in Passion trim.