Volkswagen Passat CC 2012–2016 car dimensions: 4799 mm long, 1855 mm wide and 1417 mm high. Unladen weight is 1,510 kg. Braked towing is 1,800 kg.
The cabin offers a touchscreen audio system as standard across the range, with navigation available on higher grades. Climate control is manual on entry models and dual-zone automatic on others. Cruise control is fitted as standard. Parking sensors, reversing camera, blind-spot warning, lane keep assist and automatic emergency braking appear on higher trims or as options in driver assistance packages. The interior feels premium with supportive heated power seats and good materials, though rear headroom is limited by the coupe roofline and the middle rear seat is tight for adults.
Boot space measures 532 litres with the rear seats in place. The split-folding rear seats expand the load area for longer items via easy-release handles in the boot. The coupe styling makes the opening narrower and shallower than a regular saloon.
Braked towing capacity reaches around 1800 kg on most versions, with unbraked limited to 750 kg. Payload is approximately 500 kg depending on engine and equipment. An optional electrically deploying towbar is available. The car suits light trailer work but is not positioned as a heavy work vehicle.
The cabin offers a sporty yet roomy feel with high-quality materials and dual-zone climate control. Front seats are power-adjustable in multiple ways with lumbar support and heating as standard on most grades. Higher trims add ventilation and massage. Optional panoramic roof and noise-insulating glass open up the space while cutting sound.
Petrol and diesel engines with BlueMotion tech for efficiency.
Service choice of fixed intervals or LongLife up to 18k miles/24 months.
IIHS Top Safety Pick for FWD models.
5-star ANCAP rating based on Passat tests.
Standard ESC, multi-airbags, belt pretensioners and LATCH.
Engines include turbo petrol and common-rail diesels. BlueMotion features like battery regeneration and start-stop help cut fuel use on longer trips. Higher-output V6 versions need premium fuel.
Owners pick fixed time-and-distance servicing or LongLife based on driving style. Fixed calls for oil changes every year or 10k miles. LongLife stretches oil service as far as 18k miles or two years for steady highway use. Gearboxes need no routine oil changes.
Crash structure uses laser welding and energy-absorbing front end. Standard kit covers front, side and curtain airbags plus ESC, ABS and tyre pressure monitoring. FWD models earned IIHS Top Safety Pick with good ratings in moderate overlap, side, roof and head restraints. AWD V6 scored lower on roof strength. ANCAP gave five stars via Passat data.
Keep the car with regular oil and filter changes. Watch rear door seals for water trapping and rust. ContiSeal tyres help after punctures. Early Carefree Maintenance covered first three years or 36k miles in some markets.
Length 4799 mm, Width 1855 mm, Height 1417 mm, Wheelbase 2711 mm (Passat CC 2012–2016)
Sources: manufacturer data, Australian VW CC specs July 2012.