VW probably thought it wouldn't sell that good in the US, otherwise I can think of no reason why they wouldn't get it there. Sure, it's less spacey than the Golf V on which it's based, but it's sportier and much cooler-looking.
On second thought, maybe that's the reason. Product cannibalism isn't very good, especially against "icons" like the Golf.
Nick
It's why the Civic Si is watered down for the USA.. it would be a cocksucker to try to sell an Acura that a civic whips. We gotta have our status brands yo.
I don't normally go for Volkswagens... but when I do, it has to be a Scirocco.
Are you not entertained?!?!
If only they made it a bit more exciting in the inside...
And a bit more involving in driving - but then again that's not a VAG thing.
Nick