“I love my CC. It has classic lines and is a beautiful car when it is freshly washed. I have been stopped and asked about the car on numerous occasions.”
2015 Volkswagen CC: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2015 Volkswagen CC is a very light update, with a rear spoiler becoming standard across the lineup. The four-trim range, engines, safety equipment, styling, and cabin tech otherwise carry over from 2014.
About the 2015 Volkswagen CC
1st generation CC (2009-2017), after the earlier refresh; 2015 is a late-run year before the 2016 infotainment and driver-assistance updates.
The CC is Volkswagen’s style-first midsize sedan: a four-door car with a low coupe-like roofline, frameless doors, and a more upscale cabin feel than the roomier Passat. VW markets it around design, quality, and everyday comfort, then backs that up with strong standard equipment and either turbo-four efficiency or V6/AWD power. Its main appeal is giving shoppers a more premium, more distinctive look without moving to a traditional luxury brand.
The 2015 CC lineup ranges from the well-equipped 2.0T Sport to the appearance-focused R-Line and the more comfort-oriented 2.0T Executive. The 3.6 VR6 Executive tops the range with a 280-hp V6, all-wheel drive, ventilated front seats, a driver-seat massage function, and premium Dynaudio sound.
What changed, by category
Styling
A rear spoiler became standard across the lineup; it had been optional for 2014.
2015 Volkswagen CC specs and features by trim
| Feature | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-CYL, PZEV, 2.0T | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-CYL, PZEV, 2.0T | 4-Cyl, Turbo, 2.0 Liter / 4-CYL, PZEV, 2.0T | V6, 3.6 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto 6-Spd DSG Tptrnc Spt | Auto 6-Spd DSG Tptrnc Spt | Auto 6-Spd DSG Tptrnc Spt | Auto 6-Spd DSG Tptrnc Spt |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | FWD | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 22 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 31–32 mpg | 31–32 mpg | 31 mpg | 25 mpg |
| Horsepower | 200 hp | 200 hp | 200 hp | 280 hp |
| Torque | 207 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft | 265 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 13.2 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft | 13.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 37.3 in | 37.3 in | 37.3 in | 37.3 in |
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Doors | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Alarm System | ||||
| Front & Rear Parking Sensors | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Alloy Wheels | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Fog Lights | ||||
| Memory Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Panorama Moon Roof | ||||
| Power Folding Exterior Mirrors | ||||
| Power Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Rear Spoiler | ||||
| Remote Control Liftgate/Trunk Release | ||||
| Built-In Hard Drive | ||||
| Front DVD Entertainment System | ||||
| Navigation System | ||||
| Premium Audio | ||||
| Smartphone Interface | ||||
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Heated Front Seats | ||||
| Integrated Garage Door Opener | ||||
| Interior Ambient Lighting | ||||
| Leather Seats | ||||
| Massage Front Seat | ||||
| Memory Driver's Seat | ||||
| Memory Front Seats | ||||
| Push-Button Engine Start | ||||
| Rear Window Shades | ||||
| Ventilated Front Seats | ||||
| Wood Interior Trim | ||||
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2015 Volkswagen CC compared with the 2014 model?
The rear spoiler became standard across the 2015 Volkswagen CC lineup. Otherwise, the trim range, engines, drivetrains, safety equipment, and infotainment systems carry over from 2014.
Was the 2015 Volkswagen CC redesigned?
No, the 2015 Volkswagen CC was not redesigned. It remained part of the first generation after an earlier refresh, with no major body, chassis, or cabin-tech update for this year.
Did the 2015 Volkswagen CC get new engines or transmissions?
No, the 2015 Volkswagen CC kept its existing powertrains. The lineup continued with a 200-hp turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder and a 280-hp 3.6-liter VR6, with all-wheel drive on the VR6 Executive.
How do the 2015 Volkswagen CC trims differ?
The 2.0T Sport is the well-equipped entry trim, while the R-Line adds a more aggressive body kit. The 2.0T Executive emphasizes leather, memory settings, a panoramic sunroof, and a larger navigation screen, while the 3.6 VR6 Executive adds V6 power, all-wheel drive, ventilated front seats, a driver-seat massage function, and premium audio.
Is the 2015 Volkswagen CC much different from the 2014 model?
No, the 2015 Volkswagen CC is very similar to the 2014 model. Its main year-to-year difference is that the rear spoiler became standard rather than optional.
2015 Volkswagen CC Reviews
What owners are saying about the 2015 Volkswagen CC.
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2015 Volkswagen CC
(47 reviews)
“I honestly have had the worst luck with this last cc, this will be my last. I feel as the cc's have gotten worse in the years. Too many complications with this vehicle.”
“I love my CC! It's fun to drive and I knew the moment I test drove it, I would take one home. It's pretty, it's classy and suits my personality.”