Toyota Avalon vs Volkswagen CC
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2017 Volkswagen CC
Overview
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | XLE | 2.0T Sport |
| Body style | Sedan | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2022 | 2017 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $36,825 | $34,475 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 25 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG | 22 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 32 MPG (best) | 31 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 14.5 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 301 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 267 lb-ft (best) | 207 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.5 L (best) | 2 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 16.1 cu ft (best) | 13.2 cu ft |
| Payload | — | 1,149 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,570 lbs | 3,369 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in (best) | 4.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 113 in (best) | 106.7 in |
| Length | 195.9 in (best) | 189.1 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 56.5 in (best) | 55.8 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Toyota AvalonXLE | Volkswagen CC2.0T Sport |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Toyota Avalon | Volkswagen CC |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | XLE $36,825 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 2.0T Sport $34,475 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | XLE $37,850 MSRP | 2.0T Sport PZEV $34,475 MSRP |
| 3 | XSE Nightshade $41,200 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive $37,820 MSRP |
| 4 | Limited $43,125 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive PZEV $37,820 MSRP |
| 5 | Touring $43,525 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon $37,820 MSRP |
| 6 | Limited $44,150 MSRP | 2.0T R-Line Executive w/Carbon PZEV $37,820 MSRP |