MINI Cooper vs. Volkswagen Eos Review

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Volkswagen packs quite a punch and will knock the MINI Cooper down a few rungs. However, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning radii, the MINI and the Volkswagen Eos definitely handle about the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Volkswagen's engine is substantially bigger than the MINI Cooper's. Remember that bigger engines may use more gas than smaller ones. The MINI Cooper could learn a lesson or two from the Eos with respect to pickup. Torque is the force that lets you accelerate quickly, and in this respect, the Volkswagen Eos is tremendously more powerful than the MINI Cooper.

Utility
The Cooper and the Eos can accommodate the same number of passengers. There's no clear winner between the Volkswagen and the MINI Cooper regarding hauling capacity.

Convenience
The Volkswagen Eos's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the MINI Cooper.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the MINI Cooper's front cabin compared to the Volkswagen. While the rear of the Volkswagen Eos provides a bit more head- and leg-room than the MINI Cooper, there frankly isn't much of a difference.

Dimensions
The Volkswagen Eos is tremendously more bulky than the MINI Cooper. The MINI's tank is roughly the same size as the Volkswagen's, though the Volkswagen Eos's is a bit larger. The MINI Cooper fits in smaller parking spaces than the Volkswagen Eos.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs roughly the same to get the MINI Cooper to the dealership as the Volkswagen Eos. Regarding fuel economy, the MINI Cooper has the Volkswagen Eos beat. Regarding gas mileage, the MINI Cooper bests the Volkswagen Eos. Regarding MSRP, the MINI costs tremendously less than the Volkswagen Eos. The Eos will cost you a bundle in gasoline every year compared to the MINI Cooper. The MINI Cooper will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Eos.

Warranty
The basic after-sale protection that comes with the Volkswagen isn't quite as generous as the MINI Cooper's.