New Volkswagen CC replaces the previous 4-door Coupe Passat CC

The new Volkswagen CC has joined the ranks of the Polo GTi, Sharan, Passat, Jetta, Cross Touran, R-variant VWs and Polo sedan in Volkswagen Group Malaysia's vehicle line-up. The newest four-door sedan in coupe guise by the Wolfsburg-based Deutscher Marke is slated to be the next hit for VW M'sia. At last November's L.A. Autoshow, the CC made its global debut and henceforth, replaces the earlier prefix of Passat CC, creating a niche for itself and detaches from the Passat to an independent variant. 

 

The CC differs only very slightly to the Passat CC featuring a more radical front fascia which is made up of the radiator grille, bi-xenon headlights and bonnet. Front LED daytime lights are a customary highlight of all VW variants, including the CC, while the radiator grille. no longer V-framed, now forms a visually continuous, charismatic band together with the headlights. From the side, the CC is almost a twin to its immediate predecessor, where the outstanding 'coupe' silhouette, obvious extended wheel arches and defined shoulder line come into play to depict a ready-to-go, sporty car. A compact rear-end highlights several updated items such as a mirage spoiler, a chrome lining on the bumper and LED combination lights. Lastly, 17” ‘Phoenix’ alloy wheels complete this scintillating variant by Volkswagen.  

 

Volkswagen M'sia projected an evening of “Extraordinary Design” to commemorate the debut of the CC. Its Managing Director Ricky Tay explained, "The finer details of design are what make the Volkswagen CC so special to us. It is a car that necessitates an emotional purchase. Thus, it is a very emotional in nature.”

 

He further added, “We are excited to be launching the Volkswagen CC as it sets itself out from among the rest as it not only carries the Volkswagen badge of assured premium standards and performance quality but boasts enhanced style and elegance to further complement its already dramatic design."

 

Under the hood, the CC, with its 1.8l TSI engine, 7-speed Direct Shift Gearbox (DSG) and Adaptive Chassis Control(DCC) combination, can output 160PS at 5,000rpm and some 250Nm of torque between 1,500 and 4,200rpm. The 4-door coupe accelerates to 100km/h in just 8.5 seconds, while topping at 223km/h. The four-cylinder direct-injection turbocharged four-cylinder engine is fuel-efficient with a combined efficiency of 7.2 litres/100km. The engine’s combined CO2 emission output is 167g/km. 

 

Inside, the CC encompasses a bountiful of unique VW features; from the new CLIMATRONIC control panel to light strips on fine wood or metallic accents in the doors. Additionally, the CC in equipped with a multi-function leather steering wheel with control for DSG, MFD and radio, electrically adjustable front seats, driver’s seat with memory, electric parking brake with auto-hold function, Nappa leather seats and the RCD 510 touch-screen radio with 6 CD changer and 8 speakers.

 

Safety, another paramount venture in all VWs, has been upgraded with the CC. The CC's features include 'Rest Assist’ system', 6 airbags, Electronic Stability Program (ESP), Anti-Lock Brakes (ABS) and Brake Assist (BA), as well as a tyre pressure monitoring system, rain sensor and auto dimming rear view mirror.

 

Interesting notes about the CC: Since its debut in 2008, the 4-door Coupe became a favorite among the enthusiasts and from this niche, a new segment quickly grew. To date, nearly 320,000 people around the globe have chosen the Coupe with the stylish lines of a sports car. Accolades for the CC comprise of; ‘iF Product Design Award’ (iF Industrie Forum Hannover), the ‘red dot Design Award’ (Design Centre of Nordrhein Westphalia, Essen) and the Australian ‘Design Award’ (Australian International Design Awards, Sydney).

 

The CC is offered six color choices; Candy White, Light Brown Metallic, Black Oak Brown Metallic, Reflex Silver Metallic, Icelandic Grey Pearl and Deep Black Pearl. Retailing at RM225,888 for the Comfort version and RM243,888 for the Sport version (NSP), the Comfort regular CC is a very commendable package, while the Sport version gives additional features like 18” ‘Interlagos’ alloy wheels, “KESSY” keyless entry and starting system, “DYNAUDIO” Confidence 600W premium sound system with 10 speakers, panoramic tilting glass roof, “a rear view camera and brushed dark aluminium decorative inserts for dashboard and door trim panels.