VW EOS

Why can't the Germans have a coupe version of the Eos?? It'll be cheaper and lighter, performance figures will rise, and I'm sure it will be more sellable than the convertible.

Sat in a full stage 2 Eos last month

First impression:

It's a head turner, either with the roof up or down. Love the round yet aggressive looking headlights and the overall stance. The 2.0 TSI engine cant go wrong, as its used in other popular models like the Passat, Tiguan and MK6 GTi. the cabin is well built (as u can expect from the Germans) but a tad too similar to other models (Jetta, Golf) with its price tag way above the GTi and GLi, (yes i know the foldable hard top costs a bomb). it should at least put more chrome bits at the handles or have a more futuristic dash. Anyway, this car is meant to be seen.

On the go:

I cant comment on the performance of the Eos in stock form, and I'll have to settle for a review of the full stage 2 tune. Gear ratios are very different, but the power delivery is still very linear. U can forget about hitting double digit km/l with this tune. Lol. But you can't have both performance and efficiency. I sat in the back seat, and it is not a place a full grown adult will want to be in for long. I have to either spread my legs or sit sideways.

Pros:

- Very stylish
- Award winning 2 litre TSI engine mated to the quick shifting DSG transmission. Drools.

Cons:

- abit on the expensive side ( but not so considering the 325 is close to 200k )
- just treat this car as a 2 seater. Put your groceries, not children, on the back seat.

Verdict:

8/10