2014 Volkswagen CC Review - The 2014 Volkswagen CC ranks 18 out of 24 Upscale Midsize Cars. This ranking is based on our analysis of published reviews and test drives of the Volkswagen CC, as well as reliability and safety data.
The 2014 Volkswagen CC impresses test drivers by offering balanced handling and a refined interior. However, many competitors match the CC’s attributes and also offer more passenger and trunk space.
The 2014 Volkswagen CC comes with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, which reviewers say is potent and refined. A six-speed manual transmission is standard and a six-speed automated manual transmission is optional. Auto writers say the automated manual delivers quick, smooth shifts. The 2014 Volkswagen CC gets an EPA-estimated 22/31 mpg city/highway with the automated manual transmission, which is good for an upscale midsize car. A six-cylinder engine is also available, which is paired with a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive. Critics write that the V6-powered CC delivers a big acceleration boost over the base model, but most reviewers think that the four-cylinder engine provides plenty of power. Test drivers say the CC’s handling strikes a good balance between ride comfort and agility. Additionally, they write that the CC has light, communicative steering and strong brakes.
Auto writers say the 2014 VW CC’s interior is elegant, featuring top-notch construction and high-quality materials. However, they also write that the CC’s sloped roofline means that its rear seats are quite cramped, with very little headroom. The CC also has a small trunk compared with other cars in the class. Still, test drivers think that the CC’s climate and multimedia controls are easy to use. The base 2014 Volkswagen CC comes standard with 12-way power-adjustable heated front seats, Bluetooth phone and audio streaming, a touch-screen navigation system, dual-zone automatic climate control and an eight-speaker audio system. Features available on higher trims include leather seats, a sunroof, a hands-free trunk feature, which lets you open the trunk by waving your foot under the bumper, keyless entry with push-button start, a 10-speaker Dynaudio sound system and front and rear parking sensors.
