IIHS Crash Test
Good
MPG (up to)
19 -21 City / 26 -30 HWY
Horsepower
200 -250
Seats
4
Front angle medium view.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Sand M
Beautiful car but water leeks are an issue.
Have had problems with leaking. Replaced door mechanism expensive battery problems. Good side is fun car to drive and turns heads on hard top convertible.
accountCircle victoria R
The convertible is the highlight of this car and the looks and speed.
This car is my first small car. I have to say it's the most reliable, gas economy car I have had. I love the sporty style of it and the way it performs. Needless to say it has a lot of power behind it too. I love the convertible in it too. No leaks. And I can use just the sunroof if I want also. I absolutely love this car.
accountCircle Carlyn F
It's low maintenance. It also requires supreme gas
It is a hardtop convertible. Windows automatically go down about an inch after the door is closed. No complaints.
accountCircle Amy W
A pleasure. The v6 gives it power and the convertible makes it a fun to drive.
The Volkswagen EOS is an absolute pleasure to drive. With its v6 engine it is got a lot of get up and go. It is easy to handle and it is very stable. You have the option for a sunroof when you do not want to have the top down which is an extremely nice option that no other convertible offers. It is roomy and the backseat is comfortable as long as it is not a very long drive.
accountCircle Linda S
Great summer car, rides great.
Mil light comes on often... Oil problem. Brought to a dealer.. Will not go to dealer anymore. Cost to much and didn't solve the problem. Love the hard top convertible. Always had a soft top. Fell much safer with this. Plus I can see out of sides better. No blind spot.
accountCircle Jennifer M
The Volkswagen Eos is a great 4 seater car that gets awesome gas mileage and is safe and sturdy.
My vehicle is awesome. It is a convertible and a turbo so if you hit the gas it goes fast. It's very dependable and I love it.
accountCircle Sam Y
Versatile and convenient car for city living.
Hard top convertible is very convenient, Turbo engine is thirsty but reliable and powerful. The option to shift from Automatic to Manual transmission is very handy, but some of the construction feels cheap, a few plastic parts have already broken without much use.
accountCircle Judy C
Best feature of my Volkswagen egos.
I love my Volkswagen eos hardtop convertible for the ease of putting the roof up or down. Two things that I don't like are 1. The engine uses oil and has done so for as long as I have had the car. 2. I do not understand all of the technical terms, but from what my mechanic has told me, the suspension was designed for the mountainous roads in Germany and therefore, the rear tires wear on the inside and there is no way to adjust the camber or to rotate the tires to adjust for this. I know that there is some way to hook up my phone to work through the radio but the instructions are unclear as to how to do this so I will have to seek the help of the nearest dealer. Also the passenger side outside mirror just fell out and now needs to be replaced and I think there may be a fuse blown on the passenger electric seat because it will not go back and forth.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Kate P
Volkswagens are not worth your time.
Overall, I am not a fan of Volkswagens. My car always obtains issues with the engine. I treat it extremely well for being a teenager and it continues to disappoint me. I do not recommend purchasing a Volkswagen especially being in the us where not a lot of car shops have or know enough about the materials used to fix it.
accountCircle Logan S
It's a fun entry level sports car for first time drivers.
The sunroof has not held up with time. The car's censors continue to die out. It's a fun, little car and good for what I paid.
accountCircle Lauren A
Gets me from point a to point b. Has a great sport mode, but also always has something wrong with it
I love that it's small and fashionable, has great pickup. It's a convertible which I love. But I have to take it into the shop often, there's always something wrong with it

Volkswagen Eos Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Turbo
200 HP 26-26 MPG 4 Seats
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Komfort
200 HP 26-26 MPG 4 Seats
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Lux
200 HP 26-26 MPG 4 Seats
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VR6
250 HP 23-23 MPG 4 Seats
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2008 Volkswagen Eos Owner Reviews

4.15
13 Reviews
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5 stars 46%
4 stars 31%
3 stars 15%
2 stars 8%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Carlyn F on February 6, 2021
It's low maintenance. It also requires supreme gas
It is a hardtop convertible. Windows automatically go down about an inch after the door is closed. No complaints.
accountCircle Kate P on January 6, 2021
Volkswagens are not worth your time.
Overall, I am not a fan of Volkswagens. My car always obtains issues with the engine. I treat it extremely well for being a teenager and it continues to disappoint me. I do not recommend purchasing a Volkswagen especially being in the us where not a lot of car shops have or know enough about the materials used to fix it.

Ranks #13 Small Cars by Owners

The 2008 Volkswagen Eos has an average owner rating of 4.20 out of 5 which ranks it #13 of 29 other Small Cars.

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5
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4.56
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4.15

Ranks #7 Small Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2008 Volkswagen Eos has a combined MPG of 34 which ranks it #7 of 30 other Small Cars.

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36 MPG
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35 MPG
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30 MPG

Is The 2008 Volkswagen Eos A Good Car?

Yes, never a problem with the engine. It is fast and fun to drive. The convertible does not leak. It is amazing.
P L.

How Reliable Is The 2008 Volkswagen Eos?

No problems what do ever. She is reliable, easy to get in and out of. Sporty and best car I have ever owned.
P L.

Is The 2008 Volkswagen Eos A Good Value?

Extremely great value. She costs about 20,000 new. That is a great price for a great reliable automobile.
P L.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2008 VW Eos oil filter location?

Answer: The location of the oil filter on the 2008 Volkswagen Eos is in the engine compartment, towards the middle and the front and a little bit below the engine. The oil filter helps to remove contaminants from the...

How do i perform the 2008 VW Eos convertible top reset procedure?

Answer: I'm not sure if You want to reset Your computer or Your roof on Your 2008 Volkswagen Eos. For the ECU, the simplest way is to use a scan tool to clear whatever code is there, or to remove the negative cable...

Does the 2008 VW Eos have a timing belt or chain?

Answer: The 2008 Volkswagen Eos was available in the standard 2.0L 4Cylinder engine but they also made available an upgrade for the 3.2L engine. If You have the standard engine then it will use a timing chain....

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Safety & Reliability

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NHTSA Crash Test
(Not Rated)
*National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
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IIHS Crash Test

Moderate Overlap Front

Side

Roof Strength

Not Rated

Driver-side Overlap Front

Not Rated
*Insurance Institute for Highway Safety