The 2008 Volkswagen Eos offers a choice of two engines and four trim levels.
Eos Turbo is the base model and it comes with a 2.0-liter turbocharged engine and six-speed manual ($28,915) or six-speed DSG automatic ($29,990) transmission. Standard: V-Tex Leatherette upholstery, air conditioning, an eight-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 stereo with auxiliary input, cruise control, eight-way adjustable front seats, tilt and telescope steering wheel, power windows, power heated mirrors, power locks with remote, and a removable wind blocker. Tires are all-season 215/55HR16 on 16-inch alloy wheels. Options are limited to heated front seats ($225) and an iPod adapter ($199).
Eos Komfort is offered with the same six-speed manual ($30,565) or automatic ($31,640) transmissions, but is upgraded with a sports suspension, Tiptronic paddle shifters (with automatic transmission), sport seats with 12-way power for the driver, dual-zone automatic climate control, a six-CD changer with MP3 capability, Sirius Satellite Radio, heated front seats and washer nozzles, trip computer, and ambient interior lighting. Options expand to include 235/45HR17 all-season tires on 17-inch alloy wheels ($450).
Eos Lux ($34,990) comes with the automatic transmission. While the Komfort model is sporty the Lux is luxurious, and it reverts to the standard suspension and standard seats (but with real leather upholstery), and deletes the paddle shifters. Otherwise it includes all Komfort standard features plus walnut interior trim, automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, auto-dimming inside rearview mirror, multi-function steering wheel, Park Distance Control, and the same 17-inch wheels and tires that are optional on the Komfort model. Ten-speaker, 600-watt Dynaudio premium sound ($1,000) and DVD-based navigation ($1,800) join the option list.
Eos VR6 ($37,990) features Volkswagen's exclusive 3.2-liter narrow-angle V6 engine and six-speed DSG automatic with Tiptronic paddle shifters. VR6 comes with leather sport seats, brushed aluminum interior trim, and all Lux/Komfort-level conveniences, plus heated power folding self-dimming exterior mirrors, Homelink, sports suspension, and 235/40HR18 all-season tires on 18-inch alloy rims. Visual distinction is provided by additional chrome accents on the front grille. Premium sound and navigation are again optional, plus adaptable bi-xenon headlights ($950).
Some changes to content were made during the model year. The information above is accurate for 2008 Eos models built in October 2007 and later. Seats, audio systems, and some options may differ slightly in 2008 Eos models built between May and October of 2007; see your dealer for details.
Safety equipment for all Eos models includes dual front airbags with passenger detection, side curtain and side-thorax airbags, front seat-belt pre-tensioners, four head restraints, automatic roll-over bars, anti-lock brakes (ABS) with Brake Assist, Electronic Stability Control (ESP), traction control, and a tire pressure monitor.