The Volkswagen Passat CC, also referred to as simply the Volkswagen CC, is a four-door, four-seat coupe. Based on Volkswagen's Passat family car, the CC offers an upgraded interior with a sleeker appearance. In exchange for its striking appearance, it offers room for only two people in the rear, a change necessitated by its lowered roofline.
North American Passat CCs come with a choice of two engines. Most models are equipped with the Audi/VW 2.0 liter turbocharged four-cylinder powerplant, which generates 200 horsepower and 207 foot-pounds of torque. The upscale VR6 4Motion Executive Edition boasts VW's narrow-angle 3.6 liter V6 engine, resulting in 280 horsepower and 265 foot-pounds of torque. The Passat CC seats four and has a 13-cubic-foot trunk. It is built in Volkswagen's plant located in Emden, Germany.
The Passat CC, standing for Comfort Coupe, is a relatively new car. Although it is based on the... View more Passat, which has been around in various guises since 1973, the CC debuted in January of 2008 and was first sold in the 2009 model year. It has remained relatively static over that time, although it did receive a freshening along with the the Passat's upgrade in the 2010 model year.
One of the CC's distinguishing characteristics is its generous array of standard equipment. In fact, even the most basic Sport" line edition includes such amenities as 17 inch alloy wheels, LED taillights, a touchscreen stereo with support for satellite radio and an iPod cable, and power front seats with power lumbar adjustments. The car also features comprehensive safety features, ranging from a Bluetooth hands-free phone system to let you keep your hands on the wheel to a full range of "alphabet soup" safety features, like anti-lock braking with electronic assistance and stability and traction control. In the event that the car's advanced safety features are not enough, it also features full-car head protection airbags and front and side airbags.
Although the four-cylinder variants of the CC are the most popular, those looking to fully option their car may want to look at the six-cylinder edition. Major upgrades include leather seating, a six-speed Tiptronic automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. The car also includes 18 inch wheels, navigation and a "park distance control" system to make the car easier to park. Regardless of the CC that you choose, you can enjoy owning a car which the automotive press has repeatedly lauded as one of the most striking vehicles available, both inside and out. View less
