2016 Volkswagen CC R-Line Executive
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- Photo: Volkswagen CC 2.0 TDI Bluemotion A6 FL Deep Black Pearl (1) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen CC 2.0 TDI Bluemotion A6 FL Deep Black Pearl (3) by Damian B Oh, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: VOLKSWAGEN CC FIRST GENERATION China (3) by Dinkun Chen, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 Volkswagen CC R Line BlueMotion Tech 2.0 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Volkswagen CC TSI Technology Package interior by TTTNIS, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2016 Volkswagen CC R-Line Executive is a 200-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged inline-4 with a 6-speed dsg dual-clutch automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $37,820 MSRP and is rated at 25 mpg combined.
It makes 200 horsepower at 5,100 rpm and 207 lb-ft of torque at 1700 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 22 mpg city and 31 mpg highway (25 mpg combined).
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $37,820 ($51,215 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $38,685 ($52,386 *) |
| Destination Charge | $865 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L Inline-4 turbocharged FSI/TSI |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 200 hp @ 5,100 rpm |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 22 MPG |
| Highway | 31 MPG |
| Combined | 25 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 18.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Strut-type with lower control arms, coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multilink with coil springs, telescopic dampers, anti-roll bar |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | Vented, 12.3 x 1.0 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | Solid, 11.1 x 0.5 in |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Wheelbase | 106.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ |
Other tested variants (1)
- 2016 Volkswagen CC 4 DR AWD: overall not rated
Recalls
6 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen CC. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jul 17, 2019 · AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Tiguan and CC vehicles. The air bag Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have a defective power supply capacitor that can result in air bag deactivation or inadvertent deployment of the air bags.
Consequence: Deactivated air bags increases the risk of injury. Inadvertent deployment of the air bags increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install new software and replace the air bag ECU as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 25, 2019. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69Z5.
NHTSA campaign 19V535000
Jan 11, 2019 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2015 Passat, 2015-2016 Eos, 2015-2017 CC, 2016-2017 TT Roadster, TT Coupe, 2017 Audi R8 Coupe, and R8 Spyder vehicles. Upon deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to explode.
Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could explode with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driver's frontal air bag inflator with an alternative inflator, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Volkswagen owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298; Audi owners may contact Audi at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69S8 (Audi) and 69Y5 (Volkswagen).
NHTSA campaign 19V014000
May 16, 2018 · UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Eos, 2012 Passat, 2012-2016 CC, 2015-2016 e-Golf, 2011-2015 Touareg, 2012-2015 and 2017 Tiguan, and 2011-2016 Golf and 2011-2013 GTI vehicles. Modifications made while the vehicles were in an internal evaluation period may cause the affected vehicles to not comply with all of the applicable regulatory requirements.
Consequence: If the vehicles do not meet all regulatory requirements, there could be an increased risk of a crash, fire, or injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles to make them fully compliant or Volkswagen will repurchase them if necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 29, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298.
NHTSA campaign 18V329000
Aug 16, 2017 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2009-2016 Volkswagen CC, 2006-2010 Passat and Passat Wagon vehicles. Interruption of electrical power to the fuel pump control module may cause the fuel pump to fail.
Consequence: If the fuel pump fails, the engine will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump control module, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2018. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20AE.
NHTSA campaign 17V509000
Apr 28, 2017 · SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2017 CC vehicles. Incorrect front seat head restraints (rests) may have been installed, possibly resulting in the seat occupant's head being inadequately restrained in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 202a, "Head Restraints."
Consequence: If the seat occupant's head is inadequately restrained in the event of a crash, they have an increased risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front seat head restraints, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2017. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 72G5.
NHTSA campaign 17V287000
Jun 24, 2016 · LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 CC vehicles manufactured January 12, 2016, to February 3, 2016, Golf R and Tiguan vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 28, 2016, and e-Golf vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to January 11, 2016. Vibrations, such as those created by opening and closing a vehicle door, may cause the rear child door locks to disengage, allowing a child to open a rear door while inside the vehicle.
Consequence: If an unrestrained child unexpectedly opens a door, they may fall from the vehicle increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and if necessary, replace the child lock(s), free of charge. The recall began on August 22, 2016. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 58C9.
NHTSA campaign 16V464000
26 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen CC
Owner Complaints
26 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2016 Volkswagen CC (1 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Air Bags | 11 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 7 |
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2016 VOLKSWAGEN CC. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.