[LateBar]

Has anyone on this forum got the 1.4 (122) engine? If so I'd like to get some feedback from you as to whether you think it is adequately powered or whether in hindsight you wish you'd paid the extra £1000 for the 1.4 (160PS) engine?

 

[neh321]

Has anyone on this forum got the 1.4 (122) engine? If so I'd like to get some feedback from you as to whether you think it is adequately powered or whether in hindsight you wish you'd paid the extra £1000 for the 1.4 (160PS) engine?

It certainly wouldn't be enough for me, but would suit many people depending on priorities.

The only way to make sure it's for you or not is to drive one.

 

[neild41]

Yep I have had it for nearly a year now and like you worried at the time whether it was pokey enough, so much so I ended up test driving 3 times. I also tested a 07 TDI but ended up going for the 1.4. I personally could not find a massive amount of difference, yes the TDI would pull in vitually every gear and yes the 1.4 needs the gears working a bit more and yes this was my first proper drive of a diesel but the 1.4 was so smooth and quiet. I did deliberate about going the extra 1k but to be honest I didn't really have it so decision made - I am still very much pleased with my purchase

 

[toureos]

I've had the Eos with 122PS engine for nearly 18 months and for the most part it's perfectly fine. I'm certainly pleased with it in terms of general performance and you never feel it's underpowered in the general traffic flow. When I bought mine the 160PS engine wasn't available.

However............. I've also got a Touran with the 140PS 1.4 TSI engine which, like the 160PS in the Eos, is supercharged and turbocharged and I have to say the Touran is that bit quicker in response to the throttle (born out by a quicker 0-60 time on paper). So if I was buying an Eos again now I'd get an insurance quote for both the 122PS and the 160PS and if there wasn't much difference in cost I probably go for the 160PS.

 

[Lopaka]

Hi Latebar,

I would get the 2.0T if you can fit it in your budget. You will not be disapointed with this engine in the EOS. You will have a lot of kick to go with the great looks of the EOS. I feel like a kid again driving it! My BMW 525i 4 dr sedan is collecting dust!

Aloha from Hawaii,

Lopaka (Robert)

 

[Eosman]

Go for a 2.0 TDi (preferably with the DSG transmission). 140 bhp doesn't sound much more than 122 BUT with 236 lb ft of torque it matches the 3.2 V6. Pulls like a train. The superior fuel consumption is a bonus.

 

[LateBar]

Eosman,
I did test drive the 2.0 TDi but I just don't like the diesel engine noise, it's a personal preference I suppose. I know they're not that much noiser once they're warmed up but on a convertible I think a softer engine noise of a petrol engine is desirable. I can understand buying diesel if you're a company car driver to reduce the tax bill, or if you clock up the miles to save fuel cost, but if it's your second car as it will be for me, it has to be petrol IMO.

Lopaka,
I'm trying to keep the cost down (purchase, insurance), hence the smaller engine. I'm won't be able to go up to the 2.0, nice as it would be.


So it's between the 1.4 122 or 1.4 160. I need to find a dealer with both and try them back to back.

 

[neild41]

We're all different with different needs,requirements and pocket sizes ! - test drive all is best

 

[V6 Bandit]

The Eos is quite a heavy car, you might find the 122 needs to be driven hard, especially getting off the line. Check the economy figures, if the 160 is comparable and fits your budget it might be the best option. Of course if you are not bothered by performance you might not be that interested in the extra power. Would still test drive both though, just to be sure.

 

[LateBar]

I test drove the 1.4 122 version on Saturday and am pleased to say it ticked all the boxes. It was an SE spec. So my conclusion is that the 1.4 122 is actually a great little engine and adequate for the car.

It was only a 15 minute drive, and I couldn't push it because the salesman was sitting next to me, but I did an acceleration away from the lights, and another from 30mph up to 50mph and it responded to both well enough. I was expecting it to be more sluggish, so was happy enough with the engine power.

Mrs LB had a drive too and loved it, and we put the kids in the back for a spin. All were favourably impressed, so I've got the backing of the family, although Mrs LB will have to realise that it's my car!!

 

[neild41]

I think most people would be surprised - 1.4 and 122ps does not sound good but in realiity like you I find it quite nippy enough

 

[toureos]

Of course you could always get it tuned . See http://www.autocar.co.uk/News/NewsArticle/AllCars/241636/

 

[LateBar]

Ha ha, that looks good. It's starting from the turbo charged super charged version which is the 1.4 160PS version, which would prob be fast enough for most people anyway. Taking it to 200bhp almost matches it with the 3.2 litre V6 version for power.

Doing that conversion might only cost £550, but wouldn't it add about that much again to you annual insurance premium too?!

 

[V6 Bandit]

Hey LateBar

Best advice I can give is this:

Remember the Eos is quite heavy, more GT tourer than sportscar. If you want stunning performance you will need the bigger engines. The smaller engines I have no doubt will be more than adequate for the job but you wont be doing the boy racer thing at the lights.

Make a decision on what the car is for and choose accordingly. Good luck and enjoy the car whatever you go for.

Tim

 

[SKIDOO]

LateBar as V6 says make the decision based on what you want the car for - looks or performance. Once your out cruising with the top down (which is most of the time unless its actually raining) who needs the extra speed performance!
Gary