I like what I see, definitely looks more aggressive than an S3 (it sounds like the R is just a redressed S3)
It will map VERY easily to 310bhp ish (just as easy as a map to any GTi/ED30)
Just hope that the 4WD does not numb the feeling of the car as it has tended to do in the S3 a little.
Will defi consider when the Pirelli is due for a change
Looking forward to seeing one in the flesh as that is the real test