If it wasnt for the fact that VW's are overpriced and their dealers are EVEN WORSE than pug, then i might be tempted!
Autocar stated VW were aiming for a sub £15k price as I recall. That said they also said the Smart would be £11,500 and its £13,500 so don't put too much faith in that
Looks between 15 and 16.5 k depending on who you believe. however I recall it was supposed to be a small engine capable of huge acceleration due to low weight and 55mpg too at the time I read about it.