2014 Volkswagen CC Executive debuts new Car-Net connectivity suite

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When it first debuted, the Volkswagen CC was known as the “Passat CC,” a sporty variant of the large sedan that featured a more coupe-like design. Over the years, the CC and Passat have further diverged, the former dropping the “Passat” moniker back in 2011. For the 2014 model year, the two vehicles’ driving characteristics and engine choices are now very different.

I think that it’s fitting that so soon after our First Take in the 2014 Passat, that we take a look at the new 2014 Volkswagen CC Executive to see how it compares to the sedan upon which it was based and shares a platform.

RNS 510 cabin tech Cabin tech is modular within the VW brand, so it’s no surprise to see the the same RNS 510 receiver in the 2014 CC that can be found across the automaker’s line of vehicles.

The RNS 510 navigation system isn't visually impressive, but it gets the job done.

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The RNS 510 navigation system features rudimentary graphics that aren’t visually impressive, but get the job done. The list of audio sources includes CD playback, MP3 and iPod connectivity, a 3.5mm analog auxiliary input, and satellite and terrestrial radio, but digital media is connected to the receiver via VW… [Read more]