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2009 Volkswagen Eos Quality Review

July 13, 2009

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10

Expert Quotes:

the Eos' interior is more attractively designed and better put together than those of some cars we've driven with sticker prices twice as much
Kelley Blue Book

relaxed touring convertible rather than a sports car
Edmunds

some testers complain of rear-tire roar on coarse pavement
ConsumerGuide

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos has more room than many of its competitors paired with top-notch materials and assembly; in particular, many reviewers emphasize that the Eos' level of refinement is on par with that of much more expensive vehicles.

Popular Mechanics observes that the Volkswagen Eos' innovative roof causes the rear occupants to be "cramped, both in shoulder space and, with the top up, headroom." There is, however, ample room up front, and cargo space is pretty good even with the top down. Even so, it's advisable to leave big luggage at home if you have more than one passenger; the cargo area is a manageable 6.6 cubic feet with the top stowed, larger than that of the Pontiac G6 and Volvo C70 hardtop convertibles, but it's still kind of small.

Inside the Eos, Volkswagen's interior quality is typically top-notch. Consumer Reports recently chose the Eos as its favorite four-seat hardtop convertible, besting the likes of the BMW 335i, based in part on its quality. In a testament to the car's undeniable quality, Kelley Blue Book declares that "the Eos' interior is more attractively designed and better put together than those of some cars we've driven with sticker prices twice as much." Other reviewers feel the same way about the Eos' handsome interior and find little fault with the car's quality.

Reviewers from all auto Web sites are awestruck by the complex motions of the Eos' folding hardtop. Kelley Blue Book admires the "25-second mechanical ballet" that the hardtop performs during its reconfiguration. Edmunds notes that several competing automakers offer hardtop convertibles, but their "execution is nowhere near as polished as the VW's."

Even with the top up, the Eos "[suffers] from noticeable wind noise," ConsumerGuide notes, and "some testers complain of rear-tire roar on coarse pavement."

TheCarConnection.com's experience with the Eos, on a long drive in Portugal, brings out the best in the sunny four-seat convertible. The Eos' roof has a setting, sliding back one panel to mimic a sunroof, not usually found on convertibles.

Conclusion

The 2009 Volkswagen Eos gets high marks for its top-notch interior and nifty convertible top mechanism.

COMFORT AND QUALITY | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:the Eos' interior is more attractively designed and better put together than those of some cars we've driven with sticker prices twice as muchKelley Blue Bookrelaxed touring convertible rather than a sports carEdmundssome testers complain of rear-tire roar on coarse pavementConsumerGuide The 2009 Volkswagen Eos has more room than many of its competitors paired with top-notch materials and assembly; in particular, many reviewers emphasize that the Eos' level of refinement is on par with that of much more expensive vehicles. Popular Mechanics observes that the Volkswagen Eos' innovative roof causes the rear occupants to be "cramped, both in shoulder space and, with the top up, headroom." There is, however, ample room up front, and cargo space is pretty good even with the top down. Even so, it's advisable to leave big luggage at home if you have more than one passenger; the cargo area is a manageable 6.6 cubic feet with the top stowed, larger than that of the Pontiac G6 and Volvo C70 hardtop convertibles, but it's still kind of small. Inside the Eos, Volkswagen's interior quality is typically top-notch. Consumer Reports recently chose the Eos as its favorite four-seat hardtop convertible, besting the likes of the BMW 335i, based in part on its quality. In a testament to the car's undeniable quality, Kelley Blue Book declares that "the Eos' interior is more attractively designed and better put together than those of some cars we've driven with sticker prices twice as much." Other reviewers feel the same way about the Eos' handsome interior and find little fault with the car's quality. Reviewers from all auto Web sites are awestruck by the complex motions of the Eos' folding hardtop. Kelley Blue Book admires the "25-second mechanical ballet" that the hardtop performs during its reconfiguration. Edmunds notes that several competing automakers offer hardtop convertibles, but their "execution is nowhere near as polished as the VW's." Even with the top up, the Eos "[suffers] from noticeable wind noise," ConsumerGuide notes, and "some testers complain of rear-tire roar on coarse pavement." TheCarConnection.com's experience with the Eos, on a long drive in Portugal, brings out the best in the sunny four-seat convertible. The Eos' roof has a setting, sliding back one panel to mimic a sunroof, not usually found on convertibles. ConclusionThe 2009 Volkswagen Eos gets high marks for its top-notch interior and nifty convertible top mechanism. 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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