Additional info on the U.S.-spec R32 and differences with the Euro-spec. model (courtesy HiTechGTI)

DSG: NO (only 6-speed "traditional" manual stick shift, MQ350 transmission)

Gear ratios: same setup as euro-spec R32

Suspension: Springs are 10mm higher and rear shocks are slightly softer

HIDs: NO

Headlamp washers: NO (since we're not getting HIDs)

Bumper rub strips: NO

Climatronic: YES

Moonroof: YES

Rain- and Speed-sensitive windshield wipers: YES

MFA digital display in the instrument cluster: YES

Cold weather package: YES and that includes:

Heated seats

Heated mirrors

Heated windshield washer nozzles

Trim: bushed aluminum

Headliner: black

Navigation System: NO

Umbrella: NO

Keychain and Pen: yes

R32 for Canada: NO

4-door model: NO (only some in Europe)

Arrival date in the US: late January to February

MSRP = $29,100 base + $575 dest. charge

Some other changes to the US model from the European model. (courtesy ricsR32a)

Safety crash standards account for most of the weight increase from 3,265 to 3,409. Not such a big deal and hardly makes the car a stone.

Euro outside mirrors may be a tad smaller.

US front bumper is smooth without the Euro plate box. Rear plate box sized to US plate.

Side marker lights in front bumper to meet US regulations.

Since US-spec. has no headlight washers the bumper is smooth in that area, too.

Rear taillights not smoked.

No alcantara seat option in the US.

US-spec R32's MAF is larger diameter (3" ID versus 2.75") and airbox is different. Best evidence suggests that US-spec R32's engine and intake are virtually identical to Audi TT3.2 (ie. 250hp instead of rated 240hp)