2008 Used Volkswagen Eos

2008 Volkswagen Eos

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2008 Used Volkswagen Eos

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Eos was the Greek goddess of the dawn. The Volkswagen Eos is a two-door, four-seat, retractable hardtop convertible. It brings on the sun with the press of a button. In a display of modern engineering, the hard roof rises up, the trunk lid opens, the rear window folds, then the pieces neatly stack themselves into the trunk before the lid closes, hiding everything and giving the Eos the clean look of a convertible. Press the button again and the glass-paneled roof arises, unfolds, and firmly latches in place. Eos is now a sanctuary, tight and quiet as a coupe.

Retractable hardtops are nothing new. A few European exotics offered them in the 1930s, and the 1957-59 Ford Skyliner was probably the first mass-produced example of the breed. But Eisenhower-era Americans rejected the increased cost and complexity of the Skyliner, with many preferring to buy a lower-priced, standard cloth-topped Ford convertible off the same showroom floor.

Our standards of comfort have changed since then, as have our concerns about security. Lately manufacturers of expensive luxury roadsters have been offering more and more models with new, high-tech folding metal roofs. With the Eos, Volkswagen has delivered the first of these new-generation folding hardtops that most of us can afford. The Eos is the first modern European hardtop convertible priced under $30,000.

Even with the top down, Eos feels tighter than most older convertibles, with less cowl shake on rough roads. When it is raised, the glass top gives the Eos a unique appearance. And it's entertaining to watch it go up or down, a feat that can be performed by remote control.

Though it's a small car, the Eos seats four, and getting into the back seat is relatively easy. The interior is trimmed nicely, an area where Volkswagen excels.

We were more than happy with the base model, equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine coupled to a six-speed manual transmission, and loaded with safety features, Air Conditioning and a decent stereo. The turbo engine delivers brisk acceleration performance and is a smooth companion around town.

Drivers who prefer an automatic transmission, especially those who must commute in heavy traffic, might prefer the V6 engine, although that decision can add $8,000 to the bottom line.

Either way, the Eos represents a good compromise between a sports car and a sedan. It's sporty and practical, and yet offers opportunities for top-down worship of the sun, the moon and the stars.

Mileage

Fuel Consumption*
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
City mpg 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) 21 mpg (11.2 L/100 km)19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km)
Highway mpg 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km)26 mpg (9 L/100 km)
*EPA fuel mileages are estimates only. Your fuel consumption will vary.
Capacities
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Fuel tank 14.5 gal. (55 L)   

Engineering

Engine
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Type2.0L DOHC 16 valve intercooled turbo I-4 engine with variable valve control, fuel straight injection (FSI)  3.2L DOHC 24 valve V-6 engine with variable valve control, variable intake length, SMPI
Bore 3.25 " (82 mm)  3.31 " (84 mm)
Stroke 3.65 " (93 mm)  3.78 " (96 mm)
Displacement 121 cu.in. (1,984 cm^3)  195 cu.in. (3,189 cm^3)
Compression ratio 10.5:1  10.8:1
Horsepower 200HP @ 5,100RPM  250HP @ 6,300RPM
Maximum torque 207lb.-ft. @ 1,800RPM (281Nm @ 1,800RPM)  235lb.-ft. @ 2,500RPM (319Nm @ 2,500RPM)
Fuel requirement Premium unleaded (recommended)   
Engine management / ignition system Electronic   
Performance
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
0-60 mph 7.4 seconds (estimated) 6.9 seconds (estimated)6.9 seconds (estimated)
Engine Design
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Arrangement Front mounted, transverse   
Cylinder block Cast iron   
Cylinder head Aluminum   
Valve train DOHC   
Fuel / air supply Direct gasoline injection  Sequential MPI
Emissions ULEV II, Tier 2 Bin 5  LEV II, Tier 2 Bin 5
Electrical System
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Alternator - Amps 140   
Battery - Ah 72  50
Drivetrain
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Drivetrain Front-wheel   
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed DSG automatic with Tiptronic 
Transmission gear ratios:1 
1st 3.36 3.462.93
2nd 2.09 2.051.79
3rd 1.47 1.31.19
4th 1.1 0.90.84
5th 1.11 0.910.84
6th 0.93 0.760.7
Reverse 3.99  3.35
Steering
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Type Electric power-assist, rack and pinion   
Turning radius 17.9 ' (5.46 m)  17.9 ' (5.44 m)
Body, Chassis and Suspension
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Body material Composite/galvanized steel   
Front suspensionindependent, strut, coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers with stabilizer bar   
Rear suspensionindependent, multi-link, coil springs, gas-pressurized shock absorbers with stabilizer bar   
Service brakes4-wheel disc with front vented discs   
Anti lock braking system 4-wheel, 4-channel   
Wheels7 x 16" silver alloy 7.5 x 17" silver alloy8 x 18" silver alloy
TiresP215/55HR16 BSW AS P235/45HR17 BSW ASP235/40HR18 BSW AS
Drag coefficient 0.32   

Dimensions

Interior Volume - SAE
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
EPA classCompact   
Seating capacity 4   
Passenger volume 77.4 cu.ft. (2,192 L)   
Cargo volume 6.6 cu.ft. (187 L)  5.4 cu.ft. (153 L)
Head room (front / rear) 37.5/35.8 " (952/909 mm)   
Shoulder room (front / rear) 54.7/41.5 " (1,389/1,054 mm)   
Leg room (front / rear) 41.7/32.5 " (1,059/826 mm)   
Exterior Dimensions
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Wheelbase 101.5 " (2,578 mm)   
Front track 60.8 " (1,544 mm)   
Rear track 61.1 " (1,552 mm)   
Length 173.6 " (4,409 mm)   
Width 70.5 " (1,791 mm)   
Height 56.8 " (1,443 mm)   
Ground clearance 5.5 " (140 mm)   
Weights
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Unloaded curb weight 3,503 lbs. (1,589 kg) 3,569 lbs. (1,619 kg)3,686 lbs. (1,672 kg)
Payload 893 lbs. (405 kg)  882 lbs. (400 kg)

Standard Features

Exterior
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Doors 
Two doors SSSS
Body color door handles SSSS
Grille 
Black w/chrome surround SSS-
Chrome ---S
Lights, Front/Rear 
Halogen projector beam headlightsSSSS
Bi-Xenon high intensity low/high beam headlights---O
Fully automatic headlights --SS
Front fog/driving SSSS
Daytime running lights SSSS
Lights on warning SSSS
Center high mounted stop light SSSS
LED brakelights SSSS
Mirrors 
Body color mirrors SSSS
Power remote heated driver and passenger door mirrors with side blinkerSSSS
Driver and passenger folding mirrorsSSS-
Driver and passenger power folding mirrors---S
Auto dimming driver mirror ---S
Moldings/Panels 
Body color front bumper SSSS
Body color rear bumper SSSS
Chrome side window moldings SSSS
Composite/galvanized steel body SSSS
Exhaust 
Stainless steel SSSS
Chrome tailpipe exhaust tips SSSS
Roof 
Express open/close 1st row sliding and tilting glass sunroof with sunshadeSSSS
Power retractable hard top convertible roof with glass rear windowSSSS
Automatic roll-over protection SSSS
Manual wind blocker SSSS
Wheels 
7 x 16" silver alloySS--
7.5 x 17" silver alloy-OS-
8 x 18" silver alloy---S
Wheel locks SSSS
Tires 
215/55R16 H ASSS--
235/45R17 H AS--S-
235/40R18 H AS---S
Wipers 
Variable intermittent wipers SSSS
Heated wiper jets -SSS
Rain detecting wipers --SS
Interior
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Air Conditioning 
Climatic manual Air Conditioning S---
Climatic automatic Air Conditioning -SSS
Dual zone front -SSS
Air filter SSSS
Alarm/Anti-Theft 
Immobilizer III ignition disable SSSS
Panic alarm SSSS
Security system SSSS
Cruise Control 
Cruise Control SSSS
Cupholders 
Front cupholders SSSS
Rear cupholders SSSS
Defroster 
Electric rear window defroster SSSS
Heated exterior mirrors SSSS
Instrument Cluster 
Analog display: tachometer, engine temperature, trip odometer, in-dash clockS---
Analog display: tachometer, engine temperature, trip odometer, in-dash clock, trip computer, exterior temperature-SSS
PRND in IP OOSS
Compass SSSS
Tire pressure monitor SSSS
Rear parking sensors --SS
Keys 
Remote keyfob (all doors) SSSS
Integrated key/remote SSSS
Valet key SSSS
Lighting 
Front reading lightsSSSS
Fading dome light SSSS
Illuminated entry SSSS
Luggage compartment light SSSS
Variable IP lighting SSSS
Locks 
Power locking system with selective unlocking SSSS
Auto locking feature SSSS
Remote keyfob (all doors) with panic alarm button, trunk/hatch/door buttonSSSS
Mirrors, Interior 
Driver visor includes illuminated mirrorSSSS
Passenger visor includes illuminated mirrorSSSS
Day-night rearview mirrorSS--
Auto-dimming day-night rearview mirror--SS
Power Outlets 
2 12V DC power outlet(s) SSSS
Radio/Audio 
AM/FM stereo radio, single CD player, none mounted compatible remote CD, MP3 decoder, auxiliary input jackS---
Auxiliary input jack removedOOOO
SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite radio, 6-disc CD changer, none mounted compatible remote CD, MP3 decoder, auxiliary input jack-S--
SIRIUS AM/FM/Satellite radio, 6-disc CD changer, none mounted compatible remote CD, MP3 decoder, auxiliary input jack, Steering Wheel audio controls--SS
MP3 removed--OO
Console mounted 6-disc remote CD, MP3 removed--OO
Radio data system -SSS
No radio data system SO--
External memory control OOOO
Amplifier --OO
Digital signal processor --OO
Concealed antenna SSSS
Navigation system --OO
Restraints* 
Driver and passenger front-impact airbagsSSSS
Driver and passenger seat mounted front side-impact airbagsSSSS
Airbag occupancy sensor SSSS
Driver and passenger side airbag head extension SSSS
Front seatbelt pre-tensioners SSSS
Anti-whiplash front head restraints SSSS
*Airbags are supplemental restraints only and will not deploy under all crash circumstances.
  Always use safety belts and seat children only in the rear, using restraint systems appropriate for their size and age
Seating, Front 
6-way driver seat with manual lumbar supportS---
8-way driver seat with power 4-way lumbar support-SSS
6-way passenger seat with manual lumbar supportSS--
8-way passenger seat with power 4-way lumbar support--SS
Front center armrest SSSS
Front driver and passenger heatable seats OSSS
Seating, Rear 
Fixed head restraints SSSS
Center armrest with pass-through SSSS
Armrest storage SSSS
Steering Wheel 
Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel SSSS
Manual tilting and telescoping steering columnSSSS
Upholstery 
V-Tex seating material SS--
Leather seating material --SS
Windows 
Power windows SSSS
Driver and passenger one-touch open and close featureSSSS
Light tinted windows SSSS
Technical
 Turbo Komfort Lux VR6
Brakes 
4-wheel disc with front vented discsSSSS
4-wheel ABS SSSS
Panic brake assist SSSS
Engine 
2.0L 4 cylinder, in-line DOHC, direct gasoline injection, intercooled turbo, 200hp, 207lb.-ft. torqueSSS-
3.2L V-6 DOHC, SMPI, 250hp, 235lb.-ft. torque---S
Side Protection 
Anti-intrusion side door beams SSSS
Steering 
Speed-sensing, electric power-assist, rack and pinionSSSS
Suspension 
Front independent strut with coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer barSSSS
Rear independent multi-link with coil springs, gas-pressurized shocks, stabilizer barSSSS
Traction Control 
Electronic Differential Lock (EDL) and Anti-slip Regulation (ASR) SSSS
Electronic Stabilization Program (ESP) SSSS
Transmission 
6-speed manualSS--
6-speed DSG automatic with TiptronicOOSS
Sequential shift control OO--
Sequential shift control OOS-
With Steering Wheel controls OO-S
Fuel Tank 
14.5 gal. capacity SSSS
Original New Car Limited Warranty* 
48 months basic warranty SSSS
50000 miles basic warranty SSSS
60 months powertrain warranty SSSS
60000 miles powertrain warranty SSSS
144 months corrosion perforation warranty SSSS
Unlimited miles corrosion perforation warranty SSSS
48 months roadside assistance warranty SSSS
50000 miles roadside assistance warranty SSSS
*Please see your local dealer for questions about the limited warranty available for an individual model.