2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible fun and playful car for drivers

When it was new, critics said the 2009 Eos offered an upscale, comfortable interior, a fairly peppy engine and a controlled, comfortable ride. However, they also said it wasn’t the best choice available, with many competitors offering a more rewarding driving experience in a similar hardtop convertible package. The Eos is great for cruising the boulevard, but those looking to set speed records will probably want to look elsewhere. It received outstanding safety scores, but it is plagued by a poor reliability score.

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The 2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible is an affordable hardtop convertible with a unique integrated power panoramic sunroof that sets it apart from all other retractable hardtop convertibles on the market.
The 2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible is powered by a 200-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder and is available with either a six-speed manual or six-speed DSG automatic transmission. A 12-way power driver seat is standard on both the Komfort and Lux trims, while Lux adds a 12-way power passenger seat. Standard features include: convertible-specific electronic climate control, 6-disc CD changer, satellite radio, heated seats and leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob. Safety features include active rollover bars, an electronic stability system, tire pressure monitoring and front and side airbags.

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For 2009, the Volkswagen Eos has been slimmed down to two trims (Komfort and Lux), the VR6 engine choice has been dropped, and VW’s new no-charge Carefree Maintenance Program has been added.

The 2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that makes 200 horsepower. Critics said that the Eos felt peppy, but never called it a performance vehicle. The front-wheel drive 2009 Eos is available with either a manual or dual-clutch automatic transmission. Models equipped with the dual-clutch transmission net 22/29 mpg city/highway, while manual models achieve 21/31 mpg. The Eos offers 10.5 cubic feet of trunk space with the top up, which is less than what is offered by competitors like the Volvo C70. With the top stowed, trunk capacity drops to 6.6 cubic feet.
Inside, critics said that the 2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible has a welcoming and high-quality interior. They also remarked that its front seats are comfortable and supportive, though several complained that the back seats lacked sufficient passenger space. However, this complaint is common among coupes and convertibles. The Eos’ convertible top has a built-in power sunroof for occasions when occupants want to let in sunlight without putting the top down, which is a fairly unique feature among convertibles. The base Komfort trim includes standard features like leatherette upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control and an eight-speaker stereo with an auxiliary input jack and satellite radio. Higher Lux trims add leather seats and a 10-speaker Dynaudio stereo. Parking sensors and a navigation system with a 30-gigabyte hard drive were optional when it was new.

2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible Review driving impression

The 2009 volkswagen eos lux convertible is a stable, practical car to drive. It is not engineered for high-performance driving, but reviewers find its turbocharged four-cylinder engine spirited and its handling comfortable for commuting. Unlike many convertibles, it loses little of its composure when topless. With the manual, the EPA estimates that the Eos gets 21 miles per gallon in the city and 29 on the highway. With the automatic transmission, the Eos gets an EPA estimated 21 miles per gallon in the city and 30 mpg on the highway.