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Shown: 2009 Volkswagen CC. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  • Newest year: 2017
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2009-2017 Volkswagen CC MPG & Fuel Cost

9 model years · 20–25 MPG combined

25 MPG
Combined
22 MPG
City
31 MPG
Highway
Annual fuel cost · CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD
$3,190

15,000 mi/yr · premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)

Cheaper to fuel than 5 of 10 small car configurations, MY2017. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.

2009-2017 Volkswagen CC at a glance

The 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC covers 9 model years in the EPA database (29 configurations in all), rated 20–25 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2017, costs about $3,190 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD (25 MPG), at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

2009-2017 Volkswagen CC by model year

2009-2017 Volkswagen CC: EPA combined rating and yearly fuel cost for each model year
Model yearPowertrainsCombined$/yrEPA ratings
2017 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$3,290 Ratings changed
2016 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$3,290 Ratings changed
2015 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,040 Ratings changed
2014 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,040 Ratings changed
2013 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,040 Ratings changed
2012 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,040 Ratings changed
2011 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,040 Ratings changed
2010 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,190–$4,050 Ratings changed
2009 Gas 20–25 MPG $3,210–$4,020 First year

What the 2017 CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs to drive

Per month

$266

$3,190 a year ÷ 12

Per 25 miles

$5.32

Per 100 miles

$21.27

Five years

$15,950

5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level

vs the small car median

$80more a year

Class median $3,110 a year, MY2017

Based on 15,000 miles a year and premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2017 Volkswagen CC MPG

Versus 2016: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$3,290

Gas configurations (2)

2017 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $3,290

1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2016 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$3,290/yr

Versus 2015: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$3,290

Gas configurations (3)

2016 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 32 25 $3,270
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $3,290

2 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2015 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,040/yr

Versus 2014: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,040

Gas configurations (3)

2015 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 32 25 $3,270
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,040

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2014 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,040/yr

Versus 2013: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,040

Gas configurations (3)

2014 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 32 25 $3,270
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,040

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2013 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,040/yr

Versus 2012: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,040

Gas configurations (4)

2013 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (AM-S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 32 25 $3,260
CC 3.6L 6-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl FWD 17 27 21 $3,890
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,040

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2012 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,040/yr

Versus 2011: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,040

Gas configurations (3)

2012 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 31 24 $3,310
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,040

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2011 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,040/yr

Versus 2010: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,040

Gas configurations (3)

2011 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 31 25 $3,270
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,040

3 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2010 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,190–$4,050/yr

Versus 2009: The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost goes from $3,210 to $3,190, $20 less.

Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,190–$4,050

Gas configurations (4)

2010 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 22 31 25 $3,190
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 31 25 $3,270
CC 3.6L 6-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl FWD 18 27 21 $3,890
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl AWD 17 25 20 $4,050

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

2009 Volkswagen CC MPG

20–25 MPG · $3,210–$4,020/yr
Gas · 2.0L, 3.6L
Combined
20–25 MPG
Per year
$3,210–$4,020

Gas configurations (4)

2009 Volkswagen CC gas configurations: EPA ratings and annual cost
TrimEngineDriveCityHwyComb.$/yr
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Manual 6-spd (Most efficient) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 21 31 25 $3,210
CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD Automatic (S6) 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD 19 29 23 $3,490
CC 3.6L 6-cyl 3.6L 6-cyl FWD 18 27 21 $3,830
4motion 3.6L 6-cyl 4WD 17 25 20 $4,020

4 configurations require or recommend higher-octane gasoline and are costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).

Fuel cost by state

Yearly cost of the CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD: $3,800 in California and $2,760 in Texas, a $1,040 difference.

Gasoline prices: California: California state average; Washington: Washington state average; New York: New York state average; Florida: Florida state average; Texas: Texas state average (Sep 2026).
Fuel cost in every state

Similar cars

Closest combined MPG among MY2017 small car models.

2017 Chevrolet Camaro 2LT coupe (6th gen)

2017 Chevrolet Camaro

25 MPG · $3,230/yr
2019 Mercedes-Benz E220d SE Automatic 2.0 (W213)

2017 Mercedes-Benz E-Class

25 MPG · $3,190/yr
2012 Porsche 911 991 Carrera

2017 Porsche 911

25 MPG · $3,230/yr
2017 Infiniti Q60 (V37)

2017 Infiniti Q60

25 MPG · $3,190/yr
EPA ratings: fueleconomy.gov file of Sep 29, 2026 · Prices: EIA regular gasoline, U.S. average, Sep 2026 ($4.36/gal) · 15,000 mi/yr, 55% city / 45% highway · How we calculate

Generations

  • 2009-2017 (2009)
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Frequently asked questions

What gas mileage does the 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC get?

EPA rates the 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC at 20–25 MPG combined across 29 configurations and 9 model years. The most efficient version, the 2017 CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD, is rated 25 MPG (22 city, 31 highway).

Which years had the best MPG in the 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC?

Every model year of the 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC tops out at 25 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.

Did EPA ratings change during the 2009-2017 Volkswagen CC?

Yes. Ratings changed in 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2017 Volkswagen CC per year?

Driving 15,000 miles a year at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,190 a year. Across all 2 configurations the cost runs $3,190–$3,290 a year. That is a $100 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.

How much does it cost to drive a 2017 Volkswagen CC 100 miles?

About $21.27 per 100 miles for the CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $21.27 and $21.93 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.

Is the 2017 Volkswagen CC more efficient in the city or on the highway?

The CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD is rated 22 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 9 MPG.

How does the 2017 Volkswagen CC compare with other small car configurations?

The CC 2.0L 4-cyl turbo FWD costs about $3,190 a year to fuel, $80 more than the class median of $3,110, and less than 5 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 395 rated small car configurations for MY2017, not weighted by sales.

Is the 2017 Volkswagen CC different from the 2016 model?

The most efficient configuration stays at 25 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $3,190. EPA lists 2 configurations for 2017 against 3 configurations for 2016. See the 2016 Volkswagen CC for that year.