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Volkswagen Eos facelift 2010 2.0 TDI BMT (140 Hp) DSG
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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 320 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.5 l/100km). With a weight of 1539 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.3 s). The top speed reaches 204 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.
2.0 TDI BMT (140 Hp) DSG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Identical performance to the standard TDI DSG, offering smooth power delivery.
Fuel Economy
Improved fuel efficiency thanks to BlueMotion Technology, making it a more economical choice.
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: 2009 - 2010).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Volkswagen |
| Model: | Eos |
| Generation: | facelift 2010 |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.0 TDI BMT (140 Hp) DSG |
| Start of production: | 2010 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Coupe - Cabriolet |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 140 Hp @ 4200 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 71.1 Hp/l [16mm more] |
| Torque: | 320 Nm @ 1750-2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | CBAB More details about the engine CBAB |
| Engine displacement: | 1968 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Diesel Commonrail |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Valvetrain: | DOHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 81 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 95.5 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 18:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC): | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC): | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC): | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.3 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 10.3 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 10.3 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 204 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 11 kg/Hp, 91 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 4.8 kg/Nm, 207.9 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 9.8 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1539 |
| Max. weight: | 2030 |
| Max load: | 491 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 380 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 205 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 1500 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 750 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 75 kg |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (8%): | 1700 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 10.9° |
| Length: | 4423 mm mm [16mm more] |
| Width: | 1791 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1444 mm mm [1mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2578 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2009 mm |
| Front track: | 1545 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1547 mm |
| Ride height (ground clearance): | 142 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.9 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 12.8° |
| Departure angle: | 16.7° |
| 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 | Automatic |
| Gearbox type | DSG |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 215/55 R16 |
| Wheel rims size | 7J x 16 |
| Front suspension | Coil spring, Wishbone, Transverse stabilizer |
| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension, Transverse stabilizer |
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