2009 Volkswagen CC: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2009 Volkswagen CC is an all-new model and the CC’s first U.S. model year. Its headline change is the launch of a lower, coupe-shaped four-door alternative to the Passat.
About the 2009 Volkswagen CC
1st generation, first U.S. model year.
Volkswagen positioned the CC as a style-first midsize sedan: a four-door car with coupe-like proportions, a lower roofline, and a more upscale, more emotional look than the regular Passat. The point was not maximum rear-seat space or five-passenger practicality. The draw was the design, the four individual seats, German road manners, and a more premium feel than mainstream family sedans, with the turbo four as the volume choice and the VR6 models for buyers wanting stronger performance.
The Sport focuses on the CC’s sleek shape and sporty road manners, while the Luxury adds leather, a panoramic sunroof, memory seating, and parking sensors. The VR6 Sport pairs a 280-hp six-cylinder engine with upgraded headlights and audio, and the VR6 4Motion adds all-wheel drive for better traction.
What changed, by category
2009 Volkswagen CC specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Tiptronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Tiptronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Tiptronic | Automatic, 6-Spd w/Overdrive & Tiptronic |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 21 mpg | 19 mpg | 18 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31 mpg | 29 mpg | 27 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 200 hp | 280 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13 cu-ft | 13 cu-ft | 13 cu-ft | 13 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.3 in | 37.3 in | 37.3 in | 37.3 in |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Adaptive Headlights | ||||
| Alarm System | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| HID Headlights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Bluetooth | ||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Aluminum Interior Trim | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
Frequently asked questions
Is 2009 the first year of the Volkswagen CC?
Yes. The 2009 CC is the model’s first U.S. model year, launching as a new four-door alternative to the Volkswagen Passat.
Does the 2009 Volkswagen CC seat five people?
No. Every 2009 Volkswagen CC has four individual seats, including two separate rear seats rather than a three-person rear bench.
What engines are in the 2009 Volkswagen CC?
The 2009 CC has either a 200-hp 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine or a 280-hp 3.6-liter VR6. Sport and Luxury use the turbo four, while VR6 Sport and VR6 4Motion use the six-cylinder engine.
Does every 2009 Volkswagen CC have all-wheel drive?
No. Only the 2009 CC VR6 4Motion has all-wheel drive. The Sport, Luxury, and VR6 Sport trims are front-wheel drive.
How is the 2009 CC Luxury different from the Sport?
The 2009 CC Luxury adds comfort and convenience equipment to the turbocharged four-cylinder model. Highlights include leather upholstery, a panoramic sunroof, driver-seat memory, dual-zone automatic climate control, and front and rear parking sensors.