The first petrol engine to receive the green treatment by Volkswagen has been launched as the new Eos Bluemotion hits the road.
Launched this week, Volkswagen quip that the new Eos joins in with tradition by promising to drink less in January. Fitted with a fuel efficient 1.4 TSI engine , the latest addition to Volkswagen’s designated greenest variants, the new Eos Bluemotion slashes emissions from 152 g/km to 144 g/km compared to the outgoing engine.
Miles to the gallon is pushed up to 45.6 on a combined cycle, thanks to a host of fuel saving measures including regenerative braking, start/stop and hill hold systems alongside a visual gear change.
Thanks to the cut in emissions the new Bluemotion model moves into VED band F, saving drivers a further £25 a year.
That doesn’t mean that Volkswagen’s four-seat convertible coupe has lost its spark, it produces 122 PS and 147 lbs ft of torque and can accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 10.9 seconds up to a top speed of 121 mph.
The new Bluemotion can be ordered, in both S and SE trims, for £20,695 and £21,795 RRP on the road respectively.
Both BlueMotion Technology trim levels, S and SE come with equipped with comprehensive kit. ESP (Electronic Stabilisation Programme), twin front and side impact airbags, Climatic air conditioning, fog lights, electric windows, electric heated and adjustable wing mirrors, radio/CD player, 16-inch alloy wheels, lockable load through provision and folding hard-top complete with sliding/tilt sunroof are all fitted standard. For an additional premium of just £1,100, the SE BlueMotion Technology adds further equipment including 17-inch alloy wheels, a leather steering wheel and front sports seats, parking sensors, automatic headlights and dusk and rain sensors.
