Volkswagen Passat CC 2.0 TDI 170 GT - Pictures

If a four-door coupé appeals, then you have limited options. Aside from the VW, only the twice as expensive Mercedes CLS offers a similar layout.

VW's TDI can’t match the French engine for power

Inside, CC looks much like other Passats, but designers have added a sports steering wheel and new dials.

It rides like an executive car – unless you select Sport mode

Thanks to four doors, CC benefits from more head and legroom in the rear.