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Volkswagen Eos facelift 2010 1.4 TSI (160 Hp)
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Volkswagen Eos:
The Volkswagen Eos is a compact car manufactured and marketed by Volkswagen from 2006 to 2016. It is a two-door convertible which seats four passengers. The Eos has a five-section hardtop retractable roof which itself featured an independently operable glass sunroof. VW marketed the body configuration as a CSC.
Assembled at AutoEuropa in Portugal, the Eos succeeded the Golf Cabriolet. Eos production ended in May 2015, with a limited number of base trim models marketed as 2016 models in the United States....(Read more on Wikipedia)
facelift 2010 Overview:
Volkswagen Eos (facelift 2010). With 240 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). With a weight of 1526 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 8.8 s). The top speed reaches 217 km/h. A convertible with a retractable hardtop, offering the benefits of both coupe and cabriolet. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
1.4 TSI (160 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Surprisingly punchy for a 1.4L, offering a good balance of performance and efficiency.
Fuel Economy
Respectable fuel economy for a petrol engine with this power, though not as frugal as the diesels.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Versatile coupe-cabriolet design with retractable hardtop
- • Refined ride quality and comfortable interior
- • Strong and efficient TDI and TSI engine options
- • Good build quality typical of Volkswagen
- • Practical for a convertible with decent boot space (roof up)
Cons:
- • Heavy, impacting agility and fuel economy
- • Rear visibility can be limited with the roof up
- • DSG gearbox can have reliability concerns (early versions)
- • Boot space significantly reduced with the roof down
- • Some interior plastics feel dated compared to newer rivals
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Eos: March, 2006 - November, 2009).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Eos |
| Generation: | facelift 2010 |
| Modification (Engine): | 1.4 TSI (160 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 2010 |
| End of production: | May, 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe - Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 160 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 115.1 Hp/l [16mm more] |
| Torque: | 240 Nm @ 1500-4500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CAVD, CTHD More details about the engine CAVD, CTHD |
| Engine displacement: | 1390 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Direct injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharging and Supercharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.6 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 6.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 8.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 8.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 217 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 9.5 kg/Hp, 104.8 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.4 kg/Nm, 157.3 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1526 |
| Max. weight: | 1950 |
| Max load: | 424 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 205 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4423 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Width: | 1791 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1444 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1547 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 6 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16; 235/40 R18 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16; 8J x 18 |
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