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Back to BodyKitz Homepage - Enter Body Kitz Online Store 2007 VOLKSWAGEN EOS The Volkswagen Eos is a new coupe convertible from Volkswagen. It is the successor of the Volkswagen Cabrio, and also Volkswagen's first production sports car/coupe since the Corrado, which ceased production in 1995. Unlike the Cabrio, a convertible version of the Golf hatchback, the Eos is a standalone model with all-new body panels, although it shares the same platform and components from the Golf and Jetta. It takes its name from Eos, the Greek goddess of dawn and wind. The model is set for production in the Volkswagen Autoeuropa factory in Palmela, Portugal. Prior to the production version, the car was shown as the Concept C concept car at the 2004 Geneva Motor Show. The production Eos was presented in September 2005 at the Frankfurt Motor Show, with the North American introduction at the Los Angeles Auto Show in January, 2006. The Eos utilizes a unique five-piece folding hardtop roof with an integrated glass sunroof. The roof is designed and build by OASys a subisdery of Webasto Germany. The Eos is expected to be released in North America in the Spring or Summer of 2006. Production was delayed due, ironically, to a wind noise problem. The new VW Eos looks to fill the gap between the VW Golf Cabriolet and the VW Passat, utilizing many of the same hardware. The EOS looks to be released in the late 2006 timeframe with two powerplants, same as the Passat, the 197 HP 2.0 L four cylinder engine and the 276 HP 3.6 L V6. The EOS is on time with the new trend of hard top convertibles hitting the market such as the new Volvo C70. With an estimated base price of $25,000 USD, the EOS should be very competitive in this market and even take sales from lesser priced open air cars such as the Mazda Miata, Saturn Sky and Pontiac Solstice. Volkswagen has also developed a new range of wood and aluminium interior trims for the Eos. As the convertible coupe will be exclusively available in a high-quality, refined version offering standard features such as 16" alloy wheels (3.2l V6: 17"), air conditioning system (semi-automatic Climatic / V6: automatic Climatronic)), fog lights, electric window lifters, ambient lighting, leather-covered steering wheel*, gear lever knob* and handbrake lever* plus sports seats*, these trims are not restricted to a specific equipment line. Instead, they may be individually selected (* = standard as of 103 kW, optional for 85 kW). Besides the self-explanatory and clear design of all instruments and controls, it is the detailed perfection in the Eos which is striking. Three brief examples: The automatic air conditioning system (Climatronic / standard in the V6) "recognises" whether the roof is open or closed, and co-ordinates its cool and hot air control system accordingly. Whoever wishes to enjoy music of perfect quality even with the convertible top down will derive great pleasure from the 600 W Dynaudio sound system. This has been designed by Danish high-end manufacturer Dynaudio specifically for the Eos; integral system components include a ten-channel digital amplifier and ten painstakingly positioned and co-ordinated loudspeakers. Regardless of which audio or navigation system is chosen, the aerials fitted in the Eos are never visible. The fourth example is the Advanced Front light System (AFS). This system offers innovative bi-xenon headlights with dynamic and static cornering lights - a clear boost to safety for the Eos driver and other road users. VOLKSWAGEN EOS PRESS RELEASE Wolfsburg, September
2005. IAA world premiere: Just 18 months after the concept C study made
its much lauded debut at the Geneva Automobile Salon, Volkswagen now
presents the series version of its new convertible coupe in the form
of the Eos. This is the world's first four-seater car with a five-section
CSC roof; the folding hard top combines the characteristics of a coupe,
sliding and convertible roof. When closed, the CSC roof curves in an
arc between the rear end and the windscreen, giving rise to an outstanding
coupe roof which is both elegant and sporty. The roof's curve is elongated,
the rear end muscular and the overall impression is one of high quality.
Equally important: When the roof is open, the Eos also clearly shows
that it has been specifically developed as a convertible coupe. The
background to this is the short design of the windscreen frame thanks
to the extensive roof curve, benefiting the vehicle's proportions and
giving rise to a classic, autonomous convertible rather than a saloon
which has been sliced open. Significant technologies such as the engines (85 kW / 115 PS to 184 kW / 250 PS) and running gear have been adapted from the Passat and the Golf. Indeed, the Eos is positioned precisely between these two classes. The fact is that its five-section roof structure with glass/sliding/tilting roof integrated as standard (plus sun blind) offers not only optical, but also practical advantages. Firstly, pure convertible feeling. As the windscreen frame - the roof cross member, to be perfectly accurate - projects far less into the interior than is the case with many similar solutions, there is nothing above the driver and front passenger but blue skies. Secondly, easier entry and exiting. The shorter windscreen frame makes it easier to get into the Eos when the top is down, as the driver or passenger does not have to manoeuvre his head past the frame. Thirdly, the integrated glass/sliding/tilting roof, because the sun does not always shine, nor is it always summer. In such cases, the sliding glass roof fitted in the Eos lets in light, air and good humour. In addition, the CSC roof offers the general advantages of unimpeded suitability throughout the year and a low noise level, even at high vehicle speeds, when closed. Its hard shell also makes life difficult for vandals and thieves. In general, the
Eos offers a new interior design. Whilst the functional and operating
details (e.g. light, air conditioning, radio systems) are familiar from
other models, many fundamental Eos elements are new developments. These
include the cockpit, the door and side trim panels and the rear seat
system. A glance to the front, towards the dash panels, shows Volkswagen's
typically dominant centre console and the side areas which spread out
like wings to the left and right. The exclusively designed air vent
apertures are each bordered in chrome. The cockpit can be optionally
configured in two colours, with dark colours dominating the upper areas
to minimise reflections in the windscreen. As in the Passat, the plastics
installed in the lower area are lavishly coated with soft-effect paint.
Volkswagen is additionally fitting electrically activated easy-entry
seats for the first time: These "remember" the driver's and
front passenger's longitudinal seating positions, and return to these
- once the rear passengers have entered or exited the vehicle - at the
push of a button. VOLKSWAGEN EOS RELATED ARTICLES, REVIEWS AND SITES: Includes manufacturer websites, clubs and enthusiast sites, vehicle articles and reviews with pricing and specifications and more:
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