The new CC shares it’s, platform, dashboard design, and engines with the previous generation Passat, which helps to set itself apart from your average midsize sedan on the market this year. Performance is great and the sleek styling design makes it nice to look at also. The only drawbacks for some may be the limited space in the back seats and that it only has seating for four passengers.
The 2012 Volkswagen CC is available in six trim levels. Below is a breakdown of equipment and specifications.
2.0T Sport- Comes standard with cruise control, 17 inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, automatic wipers, automatic climate control, premium vinyl “leatherette” interior, heated eight way power seats with lumbar support, Bluetooth, automatic headlights, tilt and telescoping steering wheel, eight speaker sound system with touch screen interface, iPod interface, HD radio, satellite radio, and an auxiliary audio jack. The 2012 2.0T Sport only comes in front wheel drive and is powered by a 2.0 liter turbocharged four cylinder engine that produces 200 horsepower and 207 pound feet of torque.
A six speed manual transmission is standard equipment, while a six speed dual clutch automated manual is optional. Fuel economy is estimated at 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined with the automatic transmission. The manual drops the city mpg number to 21. Consult manufacturer’s auto brochure for exact fuel ratings. Standard Safety equipment includes stability control, traction control, ABS brakes with brake assist, hill hold assist, front seat side airbags, and side curtain airbags. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety awarded the 2012 VW CC its top rating of “Good” for side impacts, and frontal offset crash tests.
R Line- Adds a special front bumper, fog lamps, 18 inch wheels, dark taillights, and a side-sill design. All other engine, transmission and standard safety equipment remain the same.
Lux- Adds different 18 inch wheels, brushed aluminum interior trim, dual zone automatic climate control, heated washer nozzles, fog lamps, and a navigation system while deleting the HD Radio. The six speed dual clutch automated manual transmission is standard. All engine and standard safety equipment remain the same.
Lux Plus-Adds a rearview camera, panoramic sunroof, HD Radio, mood lighting, digital music storage, wood trim, and an upgraded navigation system. The six speed dual clutch automated manual transmission is standard. All other engine and standard safety equipment remain the same.
Lux Limited- Adds adaptive xenon headlights, and different 18 inch wheels. All other engine, transmission, and standard safety equipment remain the same.
VR6 4Motion- Adds to the Lux Limited package a 3.6 liter V6 that delivers 280 horsepower and 265 pound feet of torque. A conventional six speed automatic transmission is standard. Also added are AWD, parking sensors, power rear sunshade, headlamp washers, driver memory functions, 10 speaker Dynaudio stereo, steering wheel shifter paddles, and leather interior. All other standard safety equipment remains the same.
