2009 Volkswagen CC VR6 Sport

• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 8 reviews
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• 10 stars

  A Premium German Sedan

  by n777ua on December 4, 2008

  Pros: Tuetonic isolation at high speeds
  Steering feel with great feedback/weight
  Screaming narrow angle VR6 with great low RPM growl
  Interior quality that trumps competing Japanese products in this pricerange
  German build quality

  Cons: No DSG
  No lane departure (not sure why review mentions this)
  No Active Chassis Control

  Summary: The "B6" Passat has always been a premium luxury sports sedan, especially in top VR6 trim. The CC improves the already gorgeous interior to levels of fit/finish of a ...

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  Summary: The "B6" Passat has always been a premium luxury sports sedan, especially in top VR6 trim. The CC improves the already gorgeous interior to levels of fit/finish of a premium Audi sedan. Driving dynamics are akin to the Audi A4. The 3.6 VR6 is a highly sophisticated variable timed, directly injected motor which sounds great at high RPM and has a burbly BMW-like exhuast note when rolling around in town. This car offers many "premium" features that even some of $30K class of cars doesn't offer - AFS Bi-Xenon lighting, backup camera, 600 watt audio system, etc. I've driven the new 2009 Acura TL and the fit/finish and overall build quality is nowhere near this car, which is puzzling for a car that starts at $36K. Unlike the CC, with it's vast array of soft-touched and expertly damped interior components, the Acura TL looks like a stylized Accord, with the same harsh, flibsy, cheap plastics. The ELS audio system also was inferior to the Dynaudio unit in the CC. Overall, a premium car, with a premium price tag. Remember, Volkswagen owns Audi, Buggati, Lambo, and Bentley - they know a thing or two about world class build quality. The Passat and the new CC are obviously more refined than their closest Japanese peers and offer a tuetonic feel that Tokyo has yet to really enmulate.

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  3 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 6 stars

  The CC is a good car--but not a great car.

  by PostOakSA on January 29, 2009

  Pros: Beautiful design, comfortable and attractive interior, plenty of power
  with the 4 cylinder engine.

  Cons: Really sloppy/light steering. Why can't VW make a car with precise and
  firm steering like a BMW? Why have a sunroof if it only pops open a couple
  of inches and doesn't retract?

  Summary: Just finished a test drive in the CC (luxury model). The best thing about this
  car is the head-turning design. I loved the comfortable and supportive seats
  and the attractive ...

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  Summary: Just finished a test drive in the CC (luxury model). The best thing about this
  car is the head-turning design. I loved the comfortable and supportive seats
  and the attractive interior. The luxury model with navigation, leather
  and almost every conceivable option stickered out at just over $35 K. If it
  were not for the sloppy steering, I would definitely consider purchasing this car.

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  1 out of 1 users found this user opinion helpful.

• 9 stars

  Gorgeous lines, beautyful interior, full of features...

  by FigoliR on May 18, 2011

  Pros: Style - this car has it in spades. People compliment this car out of the blue at gas stations, hotel valet's etc.
  More air bags than you can count, a beautifully integrated audio/navigational/phone system. Solid steering and handling, responsive V6 engin

  Cons: Sunroof only cracks open a few inches, rear seats do not fold (you just have a small opening between seats you can place skies through). Tire pressure monitor cannot be adjusted to the lower pressure when installing winter tires unless you take it to the

  Summary: I had never looked twice to a VW but this car won me over at first glance; I bought it without ever testing or riding one (long story) and it ...

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  Summary: I had never looked twice to a VW but this car won me over at first glance; I bought it without ever testing or riding one (long story) and it has not only met my expectations, it has exceeded them by far. The only thing I am not truly in love with is the sound of the V6 engine, reminds me a bit of the Ford Mustang and that is not a compliment in my book.

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• 9 stars

  Great handling and mileage for a sedan of this size.

  by petelow on December 27, 2009

  Pros: Great interior, options I wanted at a price that I can live with. Turbo 4 is responsive and quick! Plenty of juice at 80 and up!

  Cons: V6 model feels heavy and sluggish

  Summary: After owning a 06 Passat I came to enjoy the rock solid feel and highway comfort of the car. The 2010 model has raised the bar. When driving I actually ...

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  Summary: After owning a 06 Passat I came to enjoy the rock solid feel and highway comfort of the car. The 2010 model has raised the bar. When driving I actually feel like I'm in a coupe, whch is a drastic difference from 06 model. While at the local dealer we drove a VR6 luxury model, while comfortable, body roll was excessive at speed, steering felt sloppy, and heavy front end digs deep under med to heavy brake pressure. Turbo 4 is very reponsive and surprisingly quick. Steering in this car felt spot on with minimal body roll and impressive braking. Which leads me to believe that VW should come up with a better engine configuration for this model line. A diesel option woul be great and the 272hp turbo 4 from the Audi TT with a modified drivetrain that mimics the TT's would be awesome in this vehicle and would place it in a unique market niche.
  
  The luxury model tops out at nearly forty grand! I would with my dealer and got the options I wanted. Touch-Stereo with iPod connection, Sirius XM, HD Radio, 6-disc changer, Hard drive, bluetooth, and heated front seats for $29.5. Kevin @ Dirito Brothers Walnut Creek rocks!

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• 9 stars

  Gorgeous car put together well.

  by torpeau on October 28, 2009

  Pros: Great styling, smooth, powerful engine, nice-shifting transmission, beautiful interior.

  Cons: The owner manuals are poorly indexed, organized and written. Very difficult to find answers to question.

  Summary: When I first saw a CC TV commercial, I took notice. My Accord drove like new, but the CC was a must-have.

  Summary: When I first saw a CC TV commercial, I took notice. My Accord drove like new, but the CC was a must-have.

• 9 stars

  Great Car - very impressive!!!

  by Dargonne on October 16, 2009

  Pros: I was impressed by the fit & finish of the car. I am 6'5" and I had literally sat in 20 differen types of cars and this car fit the best of any as far as head room. Especially for a car with a sun roof. !

  Cons: My only complaints so far are vey minor. I purchasd a car with Navigation and was disappointed to find that my only option for a CD player was a single disc.

  Summary: Bottom line- most impressive car I have ever owned. I have had it for a week and still haven't figured out all the features - didn't anticipate this ...

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  Summary: Bottom line- most impressive car I have ever owned. I have had it for a week and still haven't figured out all the features - didn't anticipate this was possible as this is the 13th car I've owned in my life. Everything was well made - the steering was extremely responsive and all components complimented each other. My previous car was an Infiniti G35. Also, a great car. I purchased the CC luxury with the 4 cylinder engine and I Have been very impressed so far with the gas mileage. My G35 averaged 17-18 mpg with mostly city driving, but his car has been well over 20 mpg. Another impressive thing about the the CC was it's "tightness". Engine is very powerful for a 4 cylinder. Parking assist feature works great. Navigation is very advanced - I like the fact that the touch screen doubles as a display for the radio. This makes the screen usefull all the time, versus only when you're using the nav system.
  
  Exterior styling is very distinctive - very unique. I get lots of looks when I'm driving it. All in all a wionderful car!!!!!

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• 7 stars

  First Impressions - Comin over from Dodge Ram Mega cab

  by sumncguy on August 30, 2009

  Pros: Stylish exterior and interior, gas mileage, ample VR6 power. Alot of interior storage and features.

  Cons: Too many electronic gadgets. Come on VW, simplify the owners manual will ya ?
  Sheez !!

  Summary: First (real) ride impressions :
  .. man that gas goes a real long way compared to the Ram .. I cruised around 126 miles and I used maybe 1/8 of the a ...

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  Summary: First (real) ride impressions :
  .. man that gas goes a real long way compared to the Ram .. I cruised around 126 miles and I used maybe 1/8 of the a tank. That would have been a little over a 1/4 on the Ram (18.5 to 35 gallon tank comparison).
  
  We, all four, haven't been in the car together, But I and my 8 and 11 year old girls went for a ride and there were no complaints about comfort.
  
  I have no problem getting in and out, have plenty of leg and head room. Im 5' 7" 220 lbs. My seat position still allows ample leg room for the one behind me in rear seat. The configuration of the goodies on the dash, at first glance, seem like they are easily found and used while driving. I think they over did it a little with the interior electronic features; probably most of which I will never use ... a good reason to get the extended warranty. One short and its all over. In my opinion VW should offer a VR6 model with a cheaper tag and less interior electronics.
  
  Performance and handling is quite good both in the twisties and on the slab. ... a little slow at the starts .. but that is probably due to me being used to the Hemi. Does very nicely on the highway and can handle "improper advances." I hit it a little on the back roads to see how it would do. The steering is tight and responsive enough for this class car. I felt no excessive lean nor got a sense it was going to get away from me. I did notice that on the slab the ride is smooth and uneventful, however .. on a down side, rough road reminded me that I was in a small car. It didnt inhibit performance or steering but crests and valleys are felt more. View through the mirrors and windows are good, again, at first glance, I didnt notice excessive blind spots.
  
  I know opinions differ, but I think the stance of the car is sharp, sporty and distinctive compared to other sedans in its class .. as is the interior.
  
  Interior quality is no better or worse then any other.
  Hopefully mechanically and technically speaking the car will be sound. Only time will tell. 75% of the parts are German and the assembly point of the car was Emden, Germany.
  
  These are initial comments. The car is two days old. I will return in six months to a year to provide further input on the car, value, dealership and service.
  This car is actually built on the Passat frame and the VR6 has been around since the early 90's, a fact that I have not yet validated.

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• 2 stars

  German Engineering Meets German Accounting

  by Balzac72 on September 20, 2009

  Pros: Engine for a 2004 model, transmission, interior space

  Cons: PRICE, suspension/handling, PRICE, engine underpowered for this price range, PRICE, the rear C pillar and windshield slope could have been less 1980's Saab.

  Summary: I looked at this car for my growing family in comparison to the Nissan Maxima, Acura TL, Infiniti G37 and BMW 335i. Although the VW is cheaper than some of ...

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  Summary: I looked at this car for my growing family in comparison to the Nissan Maxima, Acura TL, Infiniti G37 and BMW 335i. Although the VW is cheaper than some of the models I chose, IT SHOULD. It does NOT have the name as the rest and quite honestly, it's engine is not even close to being on par with the rest. It is peppy and if it were released in 2003 or so, it would have ranked highly among its peers. However, in the day and age of BMW's twin turbo straight 6 and Infiniti's 3.7L powerhouse, this VW cannot hang with the pack!
  
  As the review stated, the nav is tricky to get to do what you want. The technology package is not up to Acura standards (not many are) which I consider to be the best and easiest.
  
  And what about the price? Is VW smoking crack or did their accountants just screw up and they went with it? The price of the fully loaded model can get you a better, faster, more luxurious and roomier ... ANYTHING. Even the smaller BMW engine would be better than the CC. The G37 just destroys it.
  
  VW needs to understand that it is the Honda to the Acura. It rides in the shadow of Audi, it does not become the shadow maker, especially when the package is not thoroughly thought out and integrated.
  
  All in all: You can find better elsewhere.

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