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2008 Volkswagen Eos
Date Published: 4/15/08

2008 Volkswagen Eos
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MSRP:
$28,990 - 38,100

Invoice:
$27,003 - 35,517

Class:
Premium Sporty/performance Car
2008 Volkswagen Eos
Expert Rating Summary
Category Turbo, manual Rating (See All
Ratings)
Premium Sporty performance Car Average Rating
Acceleration 7 8.2
Fuel Economy 6 4.1
Ride Quality 7 4.3
Steering/Handling/Braking 6 8.7
Quietness 4 4.1
Controls 7 5.6
Details 7 6.9
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 6 5.7
Room/Comfort (rear) 2 .6
Cargo Room 3 2.6
Value within Class 6 5.2
Total Score: 61 56
Ratings: Maximum 10 points per category
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2008 Volkswagen Eos Review
The 2008 Volkswagen Eos introduces some new trim levels. This four-passenger convertible has a power retractable hardtop that includes an integrated sunroof. Instead of 2.0T and 3.2 L trims, the 2008 Eos now comes in Turbo, Komfort, Lux, and VR6 versions. The former three have a turbocharged 200-hp 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine. The VR6 has a 250-hp 3.2-liter V6. A 6-speed manual transmission is standard on Turbo and Komfort. Optional on those and standard on Lux and VR6 is a 6-speed automatic. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, and front side airbags that provide head and torso protection. Also standard are automatic rollover bars designed to deploy from behind the rear seats in the event of a tip or collision. A navigation system and rear obstacle detection are also offered.
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Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Offering more power and style than typical Sporty/Performance vehicles, Premium Sporty/Performance Cars usually cost much more and have more comfort and convenience equipment. Two-passenger convertibles and four-seat coupes rule the roost in this class.

Our Best Buys are the BMW Z4 and Chevrolet Corvette. Our Recommended picks are the Jaguar XK Series, Porsche Boxster, and Porsche Cayman.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi A5, Audi R8, and Audi TT.

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