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2009 Volkswagen Eos Features Review

July 13, 2009

FEATURES | 9 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

interesting features include an adjustable, cooled glove box
Kelley Blue Book

greater refinement and luxury than similarly priced rivals
Edmunds

options include a premium sound system, DVD navigation...Park Distance Control proximity warnings, and adaptive headlamps
ForbesAutos

Experts at TheCarConnection.com find that the 2009 Volkswagen Eos comes with plenty of nifty features—enough to keep most drivers happy. The options list is decent but not outstanding.

Kelley Blue Book points out the "cooled glove box" in the 2009 Eos, which helps protect valuables like phones, PDAs, and chocolate from the sun on warm days. The most widely recognized feature on the 2009 Volkswagen Eos, however, is unquestionably its retractable hardtop, which Popular Mechanics describes as "a marvel of metallic origami." Also included in that folding top is a sunroof function, wherein one panel retracts, leaving the rest of the hardtop raised. It's a welcome feature for those sunny days when it's a bit too cold to take the top down.

ForbesAutos also mentions that "options include a premium sound system, DVD navigation...Park Distance Control proximity warnings, and adaptive headlamps." Those headlamps also serve as a great safety feature at night on twisting roads, as they swivel in the direction of a turn to provide additional illumination where you need it most. For 2009, the adaptive front headlamps are available as part of a Technology Package. Other popular options include heated front seats in the top-level trims and leather upholstery standard on the V-6 version. A navigation system is also offered on the Eos, as well as satellite radio.

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos offers a nice range of features across the board.

FEATURES | 9 out of 10Expert Quotes:interesting features include an adjustable, cooled glove boxKelley Blue Bookgreater refinement and luxury than similarly priced rivalsEdmundsoptions include a premium sound system, DVD navigation...Park Distance Control proximity warnings, and adaptive headlampsForbesAutos Experts at TheCarConnection.com find that the 2009 Volkswagen Eos comes with plenty of nifty features—enough to keep most drivers happy. The options list is decent but not outstanding. Kelley Blue Book points out the "cooled glove box" in the 2009 Eos, which helps protect valuables like phones, PDAs, and chocolate from the sun on warm days. The most widely recognized feature on the 2009 Volkswagen Eos, however, is unquestionably its retractable hardtop, which Popular Mechanics describes as "a marvel of metallic origami." Also included in that folding top is a sunroof function, wherein one panel retracts, leaving the rest of the hardtop raised. It's a welcome feature for those sunny days when it's a bit too cold to take the top down. ForbesAutos also mentions that "options include a premium sound system, DVD navigation...Park Distance Control proximity warnings, and adaptive headlamps." Those headlamps also serve as a great safety feature at night on twisting roads, as they swivel in the direction of a turn to provide additional illumination where you need it most. For 2009, the adaptive front headlamps are available as part of a Technology Package. Other popular options include heated front seats in the top-level trims and leather upholstery standard on the V-6 version. A navigation system is also offered on the Eos, as well as satellite radio. ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Eos offers a nice range of features across the board. 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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