If you thought that the launch of the new 2012 Volkswagen Beetle was big news, get ready for this: the  2013 CC midsized four-door coupe. If you’re curious, a four-door coupe describes a sporty vehicle with a slick roof line, but with the practicality of a sedan. The rakish CC receives a refresh for the 2013 model year, which includes updates in the design of both the front and rear fascias.

What we see from the new design is more of a similarity to the modern VW design language found in the 2012 Passat, just with a sportier touch. For instance, consumers are now graced with standard bi-xenon headlamps and standout LED running lamps to go with the modernized face. Follow the low slung roof line to the back, and take notice that the rear tail lamps now share a closer family resemblance to the Jetta and Passat. They almost appear to be as if they came straight out of Tron, providing an edgy, yet very modern look thanks to the sharp lines of the LED lights.

Additionally, the 2013 CC will receive a set of new 17 and 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, giving the customer more options in style. There’s also variety to be found in the engine bay, as consumers have the ability to choose between two engines. First is a turbocharged 2.0-liter inline four-cylinder engine rated at a sufficient 200 horsepower that can be mated to either a six-speed manual or a six-speed DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission. Upgrade to the 3.6-liter six-cylinder engine, and 280 horsepower will be on tap, flowing through a DSG dual-clutch automatic transmission to either the front or, as an option, all of the wheels with 4Motion all-wheel-drive.

Finally, seating is available for five for those that could use it. Look for the 2013 Volkswagen CC in showrooms starting the first quarter of 2012 — which is this quarter.

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