Motor Authority - blog Category: Eos

Volkswagen's Eos is something of a misfit - more luxurious than most of VW's lineup, but not as nice as the A5 Cabrio, and not quite powerful enough from the factory to run with the likes of the Mercedes and BMW competition. But it's definitely a step ahead of most of the American and Japanese offerings. B&B have recognized this and come up with a tuning program to give the Eos the 'go' to match its 'show'.

Four levels of tune are available, from moderately serious (360hp/265kW) to completely insane (500hp/368kW), with intermediary steps of 400hp (294kW) and 450hp (331kW) for those wanting something in between. The power comes by way of an... Volkswagen's Eos is something of a misfit - more luxurious than most of VW's lineup, but not as nice as the A5 Cabrio, and not quite powerful enough from the factory to run with the likes of the Mercedes and BMW competition. But it's definitely a step ahead of most of the American and Japanese offerings. B&B have recognized this and come up with a tuning program to give the Eos the 'go' to match its 'show'. Four levels of tune are available, from moderately serious (360hp/265kW) to completely insane (500hp/368kW), with intermediary steps of 400hp (294kW) and 450hp (331kW) for those wanting something in between. The power comes by way of an upgraded intercooler and turbo setup, new injectors, higher flow fuel pump and a re-tune. It's hard to imagine the need for 500hp in an Eos, but with figures like 0-62mph (100km/h) in 4.2 seconds and 0-124mph (200km/h) in 13.5 seconds with a top speed of 191mph (308km/h) it's not so much need as it is want. To help rein in all that power, B&B has also fitted a range up handling upgrades including an adjustable coilover kit and custom six or eight-piston brakes. Wrapping sticky rubber around 18in or 19in wheels helps keep the shiny side up, and a full Caractere body kit - B&B's partner in tuning - helps dress the car up to match its new-found power.B&B Volkswagen Eos Read More

Swiss electric utility company Energie Ouest Suisse (EOS) and Renault-Nissan today announced they are working together to develop solutions for zero-emission mobility in Switzerland through the promotion of electric vehicles and the establishment of a battery-charging network.

Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed recently, the two parties will study ways of implementing and maintaining a battery-charging network throughout the country. The deal will also see the supply of all-electric vehicles by Renault-Nissan to EOS.

EOS, which produces 85% of its electricity from hydropower, is the first company for Renault-Nissan to tie up... Swiss electric utility company Energie Ouest Suisse (EOS) and Renault-Nissan today announced they are working together to develop solutions for zero-emission mobility in Switzerland through the promotion of electric vehicles and the establishment of a battery-charging network. Under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed recently, the two parties will study ways of implementing and maintaining a battery-charging network throughout the country. The deal will also see the supply of all-electric vehicles by Renault-Nissan to EOS. EOS, which produces 85% of its electricity from hydropower, is the first company for Renault-Nissan to tie up with in Switzerland - the headquarters of Nissan's European operations - for a zero-emissions program. Renault-Nissan has also begun zero emission initiatives with Israel, Denmark, Portugal, the Principality of Monaco and the French utility company EDF, as well as the State of Tennessee, the State of Oregon and Sonoma County in northern California in the US. In Japan, the Alliance has partnered with the Prefecture of Kanagawa and the City of Yokohama. Read More

Germany's Essen Motor Show, which runs this week through December 7, is a European tuner showcase, and Volkswagen is taking the opportunity to show off a handful of modified cars. Among them are the Golf VI, Scirocco, Passat CC, Jetta and Polo, but a pair of them are grabbing the spotlight - the Scirocco and the Eos 'White Night'.

The Eos White Night features a monochromatic theme, with black and white exterior and interior treatment including a Candy White roof accented by black features such as the grille, side mirrors and edging on the convertible top. Inside the theme is carried forward via black Nappa leather with white piping. Under... Germany's Essen Motor Show, which runs this week through December 7, is a European tuner showcase, and Volkswagen is taking the opportunity to show off a handful of modified cars. Among them are the Golf VI, Scirocco, Passat CC, Jetta and Polo, but a pair of them are grabbing the spotlight - the Scirocco and the Eos 'White Night'. The Eos White Night features a monochromatic theme, with black and white exterior and interior treatment including a Candy White roof accented by black features such as the grille, side mirrors and edging on the convertible top. Inside the theme is carried forward via black Nappa leather with white piping. Under the hood lies a 3.2L V6 rated at 250hp (184kW). The Scirocco Collector's Edition will be limited to 100 units, and also features the same high-contrast black-and-white theme. Bearing more white than its Eos counterpart, the Scirocco features an Oryx White exterior, xenon headlights, a panoramic sunroof and polished 19in alloy wheels. The interior is also clad in white, with a selection of premium options befitting a Collector's Edition car. The special-edition Scirocco is powered by a standard 200hp (147kW) 2.0L turbocharged engine and features a DSG dual-clutch gearbox. Also on display are a range of aerodynamic upgrades for the new-generation Golf, Passat CC and Scirocco. The Golf gets a new pair of alloy rim choices in 17in and 18in sizes, a carbon-fiber-look B-pillar cover, and a full front, side and rear aero kit. The same basic package is available for both the Passat CC and Scirocco, and will be available via retail channels in early 2009 in Europe. The Jetta gets a new Premium trim option with stainless steel pedals and upgraded interior.VW Eos and Scirocco at Essen Motor Show Read More

Influential magazine Consumer Reports has given the Volkswagen Eos the best overall score in its latest convertible comparo, putting it ahead of six other contenders ranging from $32,660 to $49,525 in price. Coming a close second was BMW’s 328i cabrio, followed by the Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70, which along with the Eos were all rated as ‘Very Good’.

The three remaining vehicles, the Pontiac G6, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Chrysler Sebring, posted only ‘Good’ scores and thus were at the bottom of judge’s rankings.

Five of the seven cars tested have retracting hard tops, while two have traditional fabric tops but... Influential magazine Consumer Reports has given the Volkswagen Eos the best overall score in its latest convertible comparo, putting it ahead of six other contenders ranging from $32,660 to $49,525 in price. Coming a close second was BMW’s 328i cabrio, followed by the Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70, which along with the Eos were all rated as ‘Very Good’. The three remaining vehicles, the Pontiac G6, Mitsubishi Eclipse, and Chrysler Sebring, posted only ‘Good’ scores and thus were at the bottom of judge’s rankings. Five of the seven cars tested have retracting hard tops, while two have traditional fabric tops but all were power-operated. Each had their benefits and disadvantages, and these were taken into account during voting. For example, folding hard tops improve visibility and security but they take up considerable trunk space when open and can't be operated on the move. The magazine recommends just three of the vehicles in the test, the Eos, 328i, and C70. The 9-3 and G6 are not recommended because of below average reliability, while the Eclipse and Sebring didn’t score high enough to be recommended. Read More

Labelled a design study by Volkswagen’s California Design Center, the new EOS Highway 1 made an appearance at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance over the weekend. Based on the regular EOS coupe, the new convertible sits about one inch lower thanks to a set of H&R Special Springs’ coil-over suspension. Other unique features include the two-tone leather, piano gloss trim and the 20-inch Mille Miglia multi-spoke alloy wheels. The design theme for the car was the minute details that communicate performance.

The EOS Highway 1 is powered by the same 250hp 3.2-liter V6 found in the coupe mated to VW’s DSG double-clutch... Labelled a design study by Volkswagen’s California Design Center, the new EOS Highway 1 made an appearance at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance over the weekend. Based on the regular EOS coupe, the new convertible sits about one inch lower thanks to a set of H&R Special Springs’ coil-over suspension. Other unique features include the two-tone leather, piano gloss trim and the 20-inch Mille Miglia multi-spoke alloy wheels. The design theme for the car was the minute details that communicate performance. The EOS Highway 1 is powered by the same 250hp 3.2-liter V6 found in the coupe mated to VW’s DSG double-clutch 6-speed auto with Tiptronic, which combines full auto or manual control. Sales of the Highway 1 start from October 2 this year for $36,850. [Source: Volkswagen] Click here to see more of the EOS Highway 1. Read More