The Volkswagen CC, produced from 2008 to 2017, was a stylish four-door coupe that combined the practicality of a sedan with a sleek, coupe-like design, serving as a premium alternative to the Passat.
Performance highlights include a range of engines, starting with a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 producing 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque, and peaking with a 3.6L V6 delivering 280 horsepower and 265 lb-ft of torque in 2016.
Transmission options included a 6-speed manual, 6-speed automatic, and a 6-speed dual-clutch (DSG) automatic, with front-wheel drive (FWD) standard and all-wheel drive (AWD) available on higher trims.
The CC's powertrain versatility and refined performance made it a standout in its class.
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2017 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The 2017 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a 2.0L inline-4 engine producing a consistent 200 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque.
This model features a front-wheel-drive configuration and utilizes a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability.
2017 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Executive Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
2016 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L inline-4 engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L V6 engine, utilizing an all-wheel-drive (AWD) configuration.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L engine.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission for the 2.0L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission for the 3.6L engine.
2016 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
Trend Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Executive Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Executive Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
2015 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC features a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine to 280 hp with the 3.6L V6 engine, utilizing an AWD drivetrain.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L V6, with both engines paired to a 6-speed automatic transmission for the V6 and a 6-speed manual for the I4.
2015 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Executive Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Executive Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
2014 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with the 2.0L I4 engine to 280 hp with the 3.6L VR6 engine, utilizing an AWD drivetrain.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L I4 engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L VR6 engine.
The vehicle is equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission for the 2.0L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission for the 3.6L engine.
2014 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Executive Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD | AWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Executive Sedan |
2.0L | Intercooled Turbo | I4 | 6 Spd Auto-Shift Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
2013 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC features a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L engine, with the latter also providing a torque output of 265 lb-ft compared to 207 lb-ft from the 2.0L engine.
It is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability and utilizes an all-wheel drive (AWD) drivetrain configuration.
2013 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Lux Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
VR6 Executive Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | AWD |
280 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Plus Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
Luxury Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
207 ft-lbs @ 1,700 rpm |
2012 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC features a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L VR6 engine.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L VR6 engine.
The vehicle is available with a 6-speed manual transmission for the 2.0L engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift capability for the 3.6L engine, with front-wheel drive for the 2.0L and all-wheel drive for the 3.6L configuration.
2012 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Motion Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 4WD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
Luxury Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
2011 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC features a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L VR6 engine.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L VR6 engine.
Transmission options include a 6-speed manual for the 2.0L engine and a 6-speed automatic with manual shift capability for the 3.6L VR6, with drivetrain configurations of front-wheel drive for the 2.0L and all-wheel drive for the 3.6L VR6.
2011 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Motion Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | 4WD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
RLine Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Manual | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
Luxury Sedan |
2.0L | Turbocharged | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/Manual Shift | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
2010 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L VR6 engine.
Torque output varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L VR6 engine.
The vehicle is equipped with either a 6-speed manual transmission for the 2.0L engine or a 6-speed automatic transmission with Tiptronic for the 3.6L engine.
Both engine configurations utilize a front-wheel-drive drivetrain.
2010 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Sport Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
VR6 Motion Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | AWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
Luxury Sedan |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
2009 Volkswagen CC Horsepower
The Volkswagen CC offers a horsepower range from 200 hp with a 2.0L engine to 280 hp with a 3.6L VR6 engine.
Torque varies from 207 lb-ft with the 2.0L engine to 265 lb-ft with the 3.6L VR6 engine.
Transmission options include a 6-speed manual for the 2.0L engine and a 6-speed automatic with Tiptronic for the 3.6L engine, both configured with front-wheel drive.
2009 Volkswagen CC Horsepower And Torque
Trim |
Engine | Transmission | Drivetrain |
Horsepower @ RPM |
Torque @ RPM |
VR6 Sport Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | FWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
VR6 Motion Sedan |
3.6L | V6 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | AWD |
280 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
265 ft-lbs @ 2,750 rpm |
Sport Sedan |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Manual w/OD | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
Luxury Sedan |
2.0L | I4 | 6 Spd Auto w/OD Tiptronic | FWD |
200 hp |
207 ft-lbs |
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