Tuesday, July 12, 2011

2011 Volkswagen EOS Review

The new 2011 Volkswagen Eos is the tailor made for the easygoing worshippers thanks to the retractable hardtop & built in sunroof. Providing you do not need driving excitement, the premium VW deserves the close look.

Body Styles and Options

The new 2011 Volkswagen Eos is the front wheel-drive, 2 door hardtop convertible with the seating for 4. It also comes in 2 trim levels: Luxury and Comfort. The Comfort model generally comes standard with the 17inch alloy wheels, the hill holder feature for manual transmission model, tilt & telescoping steering column, the leather trimmed multifunction wheel, the trip computer, power driver seat, dual zone automatic control, heated front seats, rear center pass slot, cruise control, Bluetooth as well as 8speaker touch screen stereo system (with 6 CD changer, the auxiliary audio jack & satellite radio). In test of the Eos with 6speed manual, 0 to 60mph drill took 7.8 seconds. Fuel economy rate for new 2011 Eos with a manual are 21 mpg city or 31 mpg highway as well as 25 mpg combined. DSG is been rated at 22 to 29 to 25.

The new Lux model adds the daytime running lights, the power folding heated mirrors, auto dimming rearview, rain-sensing wipers, as well as driver’s outside mirrors, leather upholstery, burled walnut accents, power passenger seat, easy entry function for the rear passengers and power front seat adjustment. The options for Comfort are some and include the ground effects (the lower body skirting), rear lip spoiler & 18 inch wheels. The options for Lux include effects, 2 styles of 18 inch wheels (which includes the sport suspension), Technology package (that includes adaptive bixenon headlamps & rear parking sensors), rear lip spoiler, hard drive navigation system (with the iPod connectivity, digital music storage and USB port) and Dynaudio premium system.

Powertrains & Performance

All the 2011 Volkswagen Eos car models are been powered by same 2.0 liter 4 cylinder turbocharged engine that makes 200 HP and 207 pound ft. torque. Comfort trim level is accessible with 6speed manual transmission and VW’s 6speed dual automated manual that functions like the traditional automatic with manual mode however features faster and efficient shifts. The Lux models are accessible with dual clutch manual only.

2012 hyundai accent2011 Volkswagen EOS 2

Safety

It is standard on all the EOS models are stability control, antilock disc brakes, as well as front seat airbags. Chief attraction of Eos is the 5 piece retractable hardtop. Fortunately, the rear sensors may warn you in case, you do not have sufficient room.

No comments:

Post a Comment