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In North America our cars are more basic because SCION insists on a monospec (which is ok if you were able to choose more options). To maintain it's affordability (under $28k US) costs have to be minimized therefore certain features are excluded as the manufacturers are aware this is a niche car and will never sell as well as typical practical cars (Camry, Accord, and SUVs). I believe this will continue until this car proves itself (like the Miata).
Every year they release a special edition (since the 10 Series) that gives USDM a taste of what's available in other parts of the world (in an effort to charge more and not risk having too many languish on the lot due to the higher price tag).