2012 Volkswagen CC

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Rating7.9

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Fullsize Sedan
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$28,515 - $40,390
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Powerful base engine with plenty oomph

Coupe-like styling eats up rear headroom

Added ornamental analog clock for the interior design

Distinctive coupe-like look on a sedan

Unlike the Inline-4, the V6's performance is nothing to cheer

Addition of wood accents for the higher trims

Interior fit and finish is among the best in the segment

Specs & Features

$29,615

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 2012 Volkswagen CC is a midsize sedan offered in 6 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $28,515. For that price, it mainly competes with the Hyundai Sonata, the Honda Accord, and the Acura TL. Between 6 trims, the Volkswagen CC offers two powertrains. The base engine is a 2.0L turbocharged 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 automatic or a 6-speed manual. The Volkswagen CC reaches 60 MPH from zero in 7.4 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.4 seconds with the V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the Volkswagen CC can manage a combined fuel economy of between 20 and 25 MPG. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 8 striking colors the Volkswagen CC comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

We recommend the Lux Limited trim 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
    $28,515 onwards
    • 17-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • A-Spec Sport Seats
    • Climatic manual front air conditioning
    • Front passengers heated-cushion
    • Heated mirrors
    • Leatherette Seat trim
    • Rain sensing windsheild wiper
    • Remote keyless entry
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    R-Line
    $30,460 onwards
    • 18-inch silver aluminum Wheels
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Seek-Scan Radio
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Luxury
    $31,420 onwards
    • Dual zone automatic front air conditioning
    Luxury Plus
    $33,565 onwards
    • Parking assist
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/HD/Satellite
    • Tilting glass Sunroof
    Luxury Limited
    $34,365 onwards
    • Auxiliary audio jack
    • Touchscreen display
    • USB/iPod audio interface
    Executive
    $40,090 onwards
    • 18-inch polished aluminum Wheels
    • Leather Seat trim

Compare to similar cars

Price

$28,515- $40,390

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.91

Horsepower

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

Torque

265 lb.-ft. @ 2750 rpm

Capacity

5

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$35,705- $45,185

Gasoline

8

280 hp @ 6200 rpm

254 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$32,500- $36,400

Gasoline

8.48

211 hp @ 4300 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1500 rpm

5

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$35,915- $51,650

Gasoline

8.72

270 hp @ 7000 rpm

223 lb.-ft. @ 5700 rpm

5

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$25,180- $30,300

Gasoline

6.47

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

262 lb.-ft. @ 5300 rpm

5

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$25,555- $38,155

Gasoline

8

263 hp @ 6250 rpm

249 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$59,000- $66,000

Gasoline

7.75

429 hp @ 6400 rpm

376 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$36,725

Gasoline

8.27

268 hp @ 6200 rpm

248 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

5

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$49,800- $64,800

Gasoline

9.19

302 hp @ 6500 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 3500 rpm

5

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$32,420- $35,120

Gasoline

8.11

290 hp @ 6400 rpm

261 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

5

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2012 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.8 sec15.3 sec-
    4.8 sec--
    5.9 sec14.5 sec-
    6.2 sec14.7 sec-
    6.4 sec14.8 sec-
    7 sec15.4 sec-

    2012 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      21 mpg31 mpg24 mpg18.5 gal.388.5/573.5 mi.
      2012 Audi A4

      Ranked #1

      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg16.9 gal.371.8/507 mi.
      19 mpg28 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.351.5/518 mi.
      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/536.5 mi.
      2012 Acura TL

      Ranked #3

      20 mpg29 mpg23 mpg18.5 gal.370/536.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg22 mpg20 gal.-

      2012 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.
        203.1 in.74.4 in.58.7 in.5.1 in.119.9 in.
        202.9 in.76.2 in.60.7 in.5.1 in.112.9 in.
        200 in.73 in.58.7 in.7 in.110.5 in.
        197.6 in.72.8 in.58.5 in.5.3 in.111 in.
        2012 Acura TL

        Ranked #5

        194 in.74 in.57.2 in.6.1 in.109.3 in.

        2012 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
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          13 cu.ft.94 cu.ft.69 cu.ft.
          20.1 cu.ft.102.2 cu.ft.62.3 cu.ft.
          2012 Audi A4

          Ranked #3

          12.4 cu.ft.91 cu.ft.57.9 cu.ft.
          2012 Acura TL

          Ranked #4

          13.1 cu.ft.98.2 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.
          18.6 cu.ft.90 cu.ft.18.6 cu.ft.
          13.6 cu.ft.98 cu.ft.13.6 cu.ft.

          2012 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            69 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.69 cu.ft.-
            2012 Acura TL

            Ranked #2

            47 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.13.1 cu.ft.73 ft.
            14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.14.4 cu.ft.-
            83.1 cu.ft.20.1 cu.ft.62.3 cu.ft.79 ft.
            2012 Audi A4

            Ranked #5

            57.9 cu.ft.12.4 cu.ft.57.9 cu.ft.-
            7.7 cu.ft.14.9 cu.ft.7.7 cu.ft.72 ft.

            2012 Volkswagen CC vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              -1149 lbs.3300 lbs.
              3300 lbs.995 lbs.3761 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1414 lbs.3858 lbs.
              1000 lbs.1158 lbs.3540 lbs.
              1000 lbs.870 lbs.3572 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-4015 lbs.

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