Acura TSX vs Volkswagen CC
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Volkswagen CC
Overview
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 2.0T Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,635 (best) | $34,475 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 18.5 gal | 18.5 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 170 lb-ft | 207 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 2.4 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | I4 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 14 cu ft (best) | 13.2 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,149 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,479 lbs | 3,369 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 4.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 106.5 in | 106.7 in (best) |
| Length | 185.6 in | 189.1 in (best) |
| Width | 72.4 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.7 in (best) | 55.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Acura TSXBase | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 3 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Acura TSX | Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $30,635 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.0T Sport $34,475 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $31,985 MSRP | 2.0T Sport PZEV $34,475 MSRP |
| 3 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive $37,820 MSRP |
| 4 | Special Edition $31,635 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive PZEV $37,820 MSRP |
| 5 | Technology Package $33,735 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon $37,820 MSRP |
| 6 | Technology Package $35,635 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon PZEV $37,820 MSRP |
| 7 | Technology Package $39,275 MSRP | — |
Acura TSX vs Volkswagen CC FAQ
- Which is better: 2014 Acura TSX or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2014 Acura TSX vs 2017 Volkswagen CC on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2014 Acura TSX or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2014 Acura TSX starts lower at $30,635.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2014 Acura TSX or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (30,635).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2014 Acura TSX or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better horsepower: 2014 Acura TSX or 2017 Volkswagen CC?
- The 2014 Acura TSX leads on horsepower in this comparison (280).