Volkswagen CC Model Years and History

The Volkswagen CC gets only minor changes for 2017. Trims have been simplified down to three levels while advanced driver assistance features like adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning system, a lane departure warning system and an autonomous emergency braking system now come to the 2.0T R-Line Executive.

The Volkswagen CC gets only minor changes for 2016. New driver assistance options are available this year including adaptive cruise control, a forward collision warning system, a lane departure warning system and an autonomous emergency braking system. The infotainment system has also been improved, with increased app connectivity via Apple and Android operating systems.

The Volkswagen CC is largely unchanged for 2015, though the Sport and Executive trims now include unique optional 18-inch wheels.

Last year's Lux is gone, but has been replaced by an Executive trim. The V6 Executive trim gets keyless proximity entry. Volkswagen's vehicle telematics and smartphone integration system Car-Net is now standard on all CCs.

The VW CC has been given a pretty serious update for the 2013 model year, including dropping the "Passat" part of its name. The front and rear of the CC have been restyled, giving the "4-door coupe" a more muscular appearance. The interior has also been reworked to allow seating for five people and bi-xenon headlights are now standard across all model ranges. Those model ranges are now even more extensive with a couple of new options and updates, including the VR6 Lux model that pairs front wheel drive with VW's excellent narrow angle V6 engine.

For 2012, the CC gets several interior updates, as well as a few new trim levels. Joining Sport, R-Line, Executive and Lux are Lux Plus and Lux Limited, both of which offer slightly different feature configurations. In addition, several interior modifications have been made, including the addition of a small analog clock to the dash, revised wood trim and a standard electronic brake switch moved to the center console.

Since the CC was brand-new to the market in 2009, there are few changes for 2011. There are two engines available, a 4-cylinder and a 6-cylinder, and four trims: Sport, R-Line, Lux and Executive.

Following its 2009 introduction, the Volkswagen Passat CC is largely unchanged for 2010, though VW's twin-clutch DSG system now replaces the old clutch system in the automatic on 2.0T models, and all CC models now have standard touch-screen radio and Bluetooth connectivity. Heated side mirrors are no longer part of the 2.0T trim, and an iPod connection is a new stand-alone option, which can also be bundled with the CCs navigation system.

The Passat CC is an all-new sedan model that has sleeker, more dramatic styling inside and out--VW calls it a "four-door coupe"--and a sportier character on the road than typical mid-size sedans.