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2009 Volkswagen Eos Review

July 13, 2009

STYLING | 7 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

clear gauges [that] complement mostly handy, intuitive controls
ConsumerGuide

curvier, more coupe-like profile than most convertibles
ForbesAutos

attractive but understated styling
Kelley Blue Book

It's hard to ignore VW's nearly comical overstatement when it comes to styling; the car's name, Eos, compares it to the Greek goddess of dawn. It's nice, but it's not that nice.

ForbesAutos appreciates that the 2009 Eos "comes with a less-intrusive windshield pillar design that makes front-seat entry and exiting easier than in the typical ragtop," and praises its "curvier, more coupe-like profile than most convertibles." Cars.com likes the "clean, sporty look" of the Eos; Volkswagen gets nods from Kelley Blue Book for its "attractive but understated styling." Still, the editors of TheCarConnection.com point to the Pontiac G6 Convertible, which looks far more distinctive in the hardtop-convertible class, when grading the Eos' shape.

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos is handsomely designed inside, though. The controls are situated well, and there's a combination of lines and textures that Volkswagen seems to have mastered long ago, while other car companies still try to match it. ConsumerGuide lauds the "clear gauges [that] complement mostly handy, intuitive controls."

The designers at Volkswagen imbue the Eos with clean exterior styling in both top-up or top-down configurations, something that can't be said of most soft-top convertibles or many hardtops, either. Convertibles, by nature, have a split personality when it comes to styling. Their character can change dramatically whether the top is up or down. The 2009 Volkswagen Eos avoids some of this by using a hardtop convertible roof instead of the typical cloth number.

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos is good-looking, but it's not a head-turner.

STYLING | 7 out of 10Expert Quotes:clear gauges [that] complement mostly handy, intuitive controlsConsumerGuidecurvier, more coupe-like profile than most convertiblesForbesAutosattractive but understated stylingKelley Blue Book It's hard to ignore VW's nearly comical overstatement when it comes to styling; the car's name, Eos, compares it to the Greek goddess of dawn. It's nice, but it's not that nice. ForbesAutos appreciates that the 2009 Eos "comes with a less-intrusive windshield pillar design that makes front-seat entry and exiting easier than in the typical ragtop," and praises its "curvier, more coupe-like profile than most convertibles." Cars.com likes the "clean, sporty look" of the Eos; Volkswagen gets nods from Kelley Blue Book for its "attractive but understated styling." Still, the editors of TheCarConnection.com point to the Pontiac G6 Convertible, which looks far more distinctive in the hardtop-convertible class, when grading the Eos' shape. The 2009 Volkswagen Eos is handsomely designed inside, though. The controls are situated well, and there's a combination of lines and textures that Volkswagen seems to have mastered long ago, while other car companies still try to match it. ConsumerGuide lauds the "clear gauges [that] complement mostly handy, intuitive controls." The designers at Volkswagen imbue the Eos with clean exterior styling in both top-up or top-down configurations, something that can't be said of most soft-top convertibles or many hardtops, either. Convertibles, by nature, have a split personality when it comes to styling. Their character can change dramatically whether the top is up or down. The 2009 Volkswagen Eos avoids some of this by using a hardtop convertible roof instead of the typical cloth number. ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Eos is good-looking, but it's not a head-turner. 2009 VOLKSWAGEN EOS STYLING | [7 out of 10] ConsumerGuide: "clear gauges [that] complement mostly handy, intuitive controls" ForbesAutos: "curvier, more coupe-like profile than most convertibles " Kelley Blue Book: "attractive but understated styling" It's hard to ignore VW's nearly ...

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Other Choices:

The Volvo C70 is tighter and more handsomely built than the Eos, but its high-strung turbo engines aren't as relaxed. The Saab 9-3 is also another good, practical choice—with an especially roomy trunk—and due to its soft top, its top-up driving experience includes a bit more road noise. Other four-seat convertibles like the Pontiac G6 and Chrysler Sebring offer folding hardtops, but their fit and finish fall far below the standard set by the Eos.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By gretchen e ganas #1, Posted: 9/16/2009

    on 5/5/09 purchased new EOS and found leaks which were repaired 3 times. Last repair was told that i could not take car through car wash. When i asked if there was a disclaimer regarding this in owners manual (i can't find one) nor was i told by dealership this car has to be handwashed i would not have bought it. previously had mercedes slk 230 which has same retractable parts and it never leaked. was told by dealer ship my problem. have since contacted headquarters for VW and hope they will resolve. love the car love the performance hate taking a shower to get car cleaned so for this reason WILL never recommend this car - this is my first experience with VW

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