Volkswagen has made the Eos its first petrol-engined model to feature BlueMotion technologies.

The 1.4-litre TSI 122 PS BlueMotion Technology Eos model can now be ordered in both S and SE trims for £20,695 and £21,795.

This addition to the Eos range offers customers a new entry-level 1.4-litre TSI engine that is fitted with a six-speed manual gearbox and produces 122 PS and 147 lbs ft of torque.

Regenerative braking, start/stop and hill hold systems alongside a visual gear change recommendation are all fitted as standard and help to optimise fuel consumption, resulting in a combined figure of 45.6 mpg.

In comparison to the outgoing 1.4-litre TSI engine that these BlueMotion Technology models replace, carbon dioxide emissions are also improved from 152 g/km to 144 g/km, which moves the entry-level models of Volkswagen’s four-seat convertible coupé into VED band F, saving drivers a further £25 a year.