Volkswagen Eos: Overview
The Volkswagen Eos is a Cabrio produced from 2006 to 2015. The catalogue groups the model into one generation, followed by a restyling, with 17 listed modifications in total. Every version has FWD, a 55-liter fuel tank, independent spring suspension at both ends, ventilated disc front brakes, and disc rear brakes.
The Volkswagen Eos is a Cabrio produced from 2006 to 2015. The catalogue groups the model into one generation, followed by a restyling, with 17 listed modifications in total. Every version has FWD, a 55-liter fuel tank, independent spring suspension at both ends, ventilated disc front brakes, and disc rear brakes. The range includes Gasoline and Diesel engines, Manual and Robotic gearboxes, outputs from 115 to 260 hp, and displacements from 1,390 to 3,597 cc.
Volkswagen Eos Generations
The original 1 generation ran from 2006 to 2011 as a Cabrio and includes 10 versions. Its engine range spans the naturally aspirated 1.6 MT, 2.0 MT, 3.2 DSG, and 3.6 DSG, the turbocharged Gasoline 1.4 MT and 2.0 MT/DSG variants, and the turbocharged Diesel 2.0 MT and 2.0 DSG.
The 1 generation, restyling ran from 2011 to 2015, remained a Cabrio, and includes 7 versions. These comprise two 1.4 MT Gasoline specifications, three turbocharged Gasoline 2.0 versions, and Diesel 2.0 MT and 2.0 DSG versions.
Volkswagen Eos Engine Options and Specs
Because several Volkswagen Eos versions share the same database name, the horsepower figure and production phase identify each one precisely.
| Production phase | Version | Power | Torque | Displacement | Fuel | Cylinders/layout | Boost | Gearbox | Drive |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 122 hp | 200 Nm | 1,390 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 160 hp | 240 Nm | 1,390 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 1.6 MT (115 hp) | 115 hp | 155 Nm | 1,598 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (150 hp) | 150 hp | 200 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | No | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 200 hp | 280 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (200 hp) | 200 hp | 280 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (140 hp) | 140 hp | 320 Nm | 1,968 cc | Diesel | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) | 140 hp | 320 Nm | 1,968 cc | Diesel | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 3.2 DSG (250 hp) | 250 hp | 320 Nm | 3,189 cc | Gasoline | 6, V low angle | No | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
| 2006–2011 | 3.6 DSG (260 hp) | 260 hp | 350 Nm | 3,597 cc | Gasoline | 6, V-shaped | No | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 122 hp | 200 Nm | 1,390 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 160 hp | 240 Nm | 1,390 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 200 hp | 280 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (210 hp) | 210 hp | 280 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (210 hp) | 210 hp | 280 Nm | 1,984 cc | Gasoline | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (140 hp) | 140 hp | 320 Nm | 1,968 cc | Diesel | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Manual | FWD |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) | 140 hp | 320 Nm | 1,968 cc | Diesel | 4, Inline | Turbo | 6-speed Robotic | FWD |
Volkswagen Eos Performance and MPG
Fuel consumption figures below are given in liters per 100 km for city/highway/combined driving.
| Production phase | Version | 0–100 km/h | Top speed | City/highway/combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 10.9 sec | 196 km/h | 8.6/5.5/6.6 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 8.8 sec | 215 km/h | 8.6/5.6/6.8 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 1.6 MT (115 hp) | 11.9 sec | 192 km/h | 10.1/6.2/7.6 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (150 hp) | 9.8 sec | 210 km/h | 11.3/6.4/8.2 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 7.8 sec | 232 km/h | 11.2/6.5/8.2 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (200 hp) | 7.9 sec | 229 km/h | 11.2/6.5/8.2 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (140 hp) Diesel | 10.3 sec | 206 km/h | 8.0/5.0/6.0 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) Diesel | 10.3 sec | 203 km/h | 7.9/5.0/6.1 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 3.2 DSG (250 hp) | 7.3 sec | 247 km/h | 13.4/6.8/9.2 L/100 km |
| 2006–2011 | 3.6 DSG (260 hp) | 6.9 sec | 250 km/h | 13.2/6.8/9.2 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 10.9 sec | 198 km/h | 8.3/5.6/6.4 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 8.8 sec | 217 km/h | 8.9/5.5/6.8 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 7.9 sec | 229 km/h | 11.3/6.5/8.2 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (210 hp) | 7.8 sec | 238 km/h | 9.6/5.4/7.1 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (210 hp) | 7.8 sec | 236 km/h | 10.2/5.9/7.5 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (140 hp) Diesel | 10.3 sec | 207 km/h | 5.8/4.2/4.8 L/100 km |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) Diesel | 10.3 sec | 204 km/h | 6.5/4.6/5.3 L/100 km |
The quickest listed Eos is the 2006–2011 3.6 DSG at 6.9 seconds to 100 km/h; it also has the highest listed top speed, 250 km/h. The lowest combined consumption belongs to the restyled 2.0 MT Diesel at 4.8 L/100 km. MPG is not measured in the supplied data.
Volkswagen Eos Dimensions, Weight, and Tank Size
Overall length, width, height, and wheel sizes are not measured in the supplied data. The 55-liter tank is listed for every version.
| Production phase | Version | Kerb weight | Gross weight | Ground clearance | Wheel sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 1,481 kg | 1,950 kg | 106 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 1,481 kg | 1,950 kg | 106 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 1.6 MT (115 hp) | 1,470 kg | 1,930 kg | 130 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (150 hp) | 1,482 kg | 1,950 kg | 130 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 1,540 kg | 2,000 kg | 130 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (200 hp) | 1,560 kg | 2,020 kg | 130 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 MT (140 hp) Diesel | 1,550 kg | 2,010 kg | 144 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) Diesel | 1,549 kg | 2,010 kg | 106 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 3.2 DSG (250 hp) | 1,630 kg | 2,090 kg | 130 mm | not measured |
| 2006–2011 | 3.6 DSG (260 hp) | 1,539 kg | 2,000 kg | 106 mm | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (122 hp) | 1,422 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 1.4 MT (160 hp) | 1,451 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (200 hp) | 1,539 kg | 2,000 kg | 142 mm | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (210 hp) | 1,488 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (210 hp) | 1,511 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 MT (140 hp) Diesel | 1,517 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
| 2011–2015 restyling | 2.0 DSG (140 hp) Diesel | 1,539 kg | not measured | not measured | not measured |
Volkswagen Eos Reliability, Problems, and Used-Car Questions
Reliability, common problems, engine-oil specifications, replacement costs, trim levels, and reasons for discontinuation are not measured in the supplied data. The catalogue data therefore cannot identify the most reliable Eos, the best model year, or the maintenance condition of a Volkswagen Eos for sale. Those questions require service records and inspection information that are not included here.
Which Volkswagen Eos Version to Choose?
For minimum listed fuel consumption, the restyled 2.0 MT Diesel is the clear numerical choice: its combined figure is 4.8 L/100 km, which is 0.5 L/100 km lower than the restyled 2.0 DSG Diesel. Both produce 140 hp and 320 Nm and reach 100 km/h in 10.3 seconds, while the Manual reaches 207 km/h versus 204 km/h for the Robotic version.
Among the restyled 210 hp Gasoline choices, the 2.0 MT and 2.0 DSG both reach 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and produce 280 Nm. The 2.0 MT records 7.1 L/100 km combined and 238 km/h, compared with 7.5 L/100 km and 236 km/h for the 2.0 DSG.
For maximum performance, the original 3.6 DSG combines 260 hp, 350 Nm, a 6.9-second acceleration time, and a 250 km/h top speed. Compared with the 3.2 DSG, it adds 10 hp and 30 Nm, reaches 100 km/h 0.4 seconds sooner, and adds 3 km/h to the top speed, while both have a listed combined consumption of 9.2 L/100 km.
For the lowest kerb weight, the restyled 1.4 MT with 122 hp is listed at 1,422 kg. It returns 6.4 L/100 km combined, accelerates to 100 km/h in 10.9 seconds, and reaches 198 km/h. The restyled 160 hp 1.4 MT weighs 29 kg more but reaches 100 km/h 2.1 seconds sooner and has a top speed 19 km/h higher, with combined consumption increasing by 0.4 L/100 km.