Review and specifications
2017 Volkswagen CC
Style trumps function in the CC, a four-door coupe version of the VW Passat, resulting in a snug interior, compromised visibility, and difficult cabin access. But the CC is enjoyable to drive, with agile and responsive handling and a taut, composed ride. The 200-hp, 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder is strong and returns 26 mpg overall with the six-speed automated manual transmission. The more powerful 280-hp, 3.6-liter V6 and AWD discontinued for 2017. The interior is very well-finished, with comfortable seats up front and, in a pinch, rear seating for three. Some features, such as a sunroof and rearview camera, are available only on higher-trim versions. Recent additions include lane-keeping assist and adaptive cruise control.
- Market value
- $7,500
- Fuel
- Conventional
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic, 6-speed
- Category
- Midsized cars
- Generation began
- 2009
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $7,500
- Retail value range
- $6,875 - $8,125
- Original MSRP range
- $34,475 - $37,820
- Trade-in range
- $3,840 - $5,035
Ratings
- Road test score
- 78/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 22 MPG
- EPA highway
- 31 MPG
- EPA combined
- 25 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 35 MPG
- Tested overall
- 26 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $1,880
- Cruising range
- 480 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 133 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 52 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 189 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 107 in
- Weight
- 3,420 lb
- Maximum load
- 925 lb
- Towing capacity
- 2,000 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 3 in
- Front leg room
- 43 in
- Rear head room
- 2 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Luggage
- 3+1+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 6/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 5/10
- SmartWay
- No
Brand context
About Volkswagen
Most Volkswagens are well-built, agile, fun-to-drive cars that feel slightly more premium than their competitors. Its lineup is focused on SUVs, most of which have spacious, comfortable interiors and unexpectedly responsive driving dynamics. Its Golf hatchback, especially in performance trims, is a rare balance of practicality and driving thrills. Most models, including its EVs, have excellent fit and finish. Brand-wide downsides include unintuitive controls and infotainment systems, and below-average reliability for new cars. Reliability for used VWs is average.
Vehicle ID: 6235 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: December 4, 2025
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