2011 Volkswagen CC

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Rating7.7

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Fullsize Sedan
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$28,200 - $39,990
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Two solid transmission and drivetrain options

The V6 capabilities can be reductant in a more practical application

V6 is only available with the top most trim

Stylish and comfortable interior as expected from a German car company

Limited trunk space for the class

A strong and formidable Inline-4 engine

Specs & Features

$29,300

price

200 hp @ 5100 rpm

horsepower

207 lb.-ft. @ 1700 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

2.0L 4cyl FWD 6AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2011 Volkswagen CC sedan is a midsize sedan offered in 5 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $28,200. For that price, it mainly competes with the Hyundai Sonata, the Honda Accord, and the Toyota Camry. Between 5 trims, the Volkswagen CC offers two powertrains. 

The base engine is a 2.0L Turbo Inline-4 capable of making 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 280 horsepower-making 3.6L V6. Both engines are mated to either a 6-speed manual or a 6-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (optional on the 2.0L. 

The Volkswagen CC reaches 60 mph from zero in 7.4 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.3 seconds with the V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Volkswagen CC can manage a combined fuel economy between 20 and 25 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the Volkswagen CC comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

We recommend the Lux Limited trim with the 6-speed automatic which has a potent and efficient Inline-4 engine, not to mention the various array of standard features like a navigation system, cruise control, power mirrors, and much more.

Trims

    Sport
    $28,200 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Climatic manual front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Sirius AM/FM/Satellite
    R-Line
    $30,120 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    Luxury
    $31,175 onwards
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    • Navigation system
    Luxury Plus
    $33,575 onwards
    • Parking assist
    • Tilting glass Sunroof
    Luxury Limited
    $34,375 onwards
    • 10-Speakers audio system
    • Driver memory seat
    • Power rear sunshade
    Executive
    $39,990 onwards
    • 18-inch polished aluminum Wheels
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$28,200- $39,990

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.66

Horsepower

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque

265 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

Capacity

4

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$35,305- $43,585

Gasoline

7.66

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$32,300- $36,300

Gasoline

8.34

211 hp @ 5300 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$29,730- $44,460

Gasoline

8

227 hp @ 5700 rpm

237 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

5

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$35,345- $51,165

Gasoline

8.69

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

223 lb.-ft. @ 5700 rpm

5

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$24,010- $30,035

Gasoline

6.82

211 hp @ 5800 rpm

216 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$25,555- $38,155

Gasoline

7.79

263 hp @ 6250 rpm

249 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$29,905

Gasoline

8.55

239 hp @ 4900 rpm

281 lb.-ft. @ 4100 rpm

5

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$58,000- $64,500

Gasoline

7.84

378 hp @ 6500 rpm

333 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$35,800- $58,000

Gasoline

8.3

328 hp @ 7000 rpm

269 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

5

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2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    5.3 sec13.6 sec-
    5.8 sec--
    6.2 sec14.7 sec-
    6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    6.8 sec15.0 sec-

    2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      22 mpg31 mpg25 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/573.5 mi.
      2011 Audi A4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg30 mpg26 mpg17.2 gal.376.2/513 mi.
      19 mpg29 mpg23 mpg17 gal.323/493 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/536.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg20 gal.380/520 mi.
      19 mpg27 mpg22 mpg20 gal.380/540 mi.

      2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
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        188.9 in.73 in.55.8 in.5 in.106.7 in.
        212 in.78.3 in.56.3 in.7 in.114.6 in.
        212 in.77.3 in.56.8 in.-114.7 in.
        203.2 in.73.8 in.58 in.-115.6 in.
        203.1 in.74.4 in.58.7 in.5.1 in.119.9 in.
        202.9 in.85.7 in.60.7 in.5.1 in.112.9 in.

        2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          13 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.-
          20.6 cu.ft.116 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.
          20.1 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.32.5 cu.ft.
          14.2 cu.ft.95.8 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.
          2011 Audi A4

          Ranked #4

          12 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.99 cu.ft.13.5 cu.ft.

          2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            -13 cu.ft.--
            83.1 cu.ft.20.1 cu.ft.32.5 cu.ft.98 ft.
            20.6 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.20.6 cu.ft.-
            14.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.14.7 cu.ft.-
            2011 Audi A4

            Ranked #5

            57.9 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.34 cu.ft.-
            64.5 cu.ft.14.2 cu.ft.64.5 cu.ft.-

            2011 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1149 lbs.3300 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-4129 lbs.
              1500 lbs.-4117 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3849 lbs.
              1000 lbs.870 lbs.3572 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3555 lbs.

              2011 Volkswagen CC Sedan Problems, Issues, Complaints, Recalls, and which year to avoid?

              4

              Recalls

              3

              Investigations

              86

              Complaints
              Overall Safety Rating
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