Does the new Santana have a water temperature gauge?
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The new Santana does not have a water temperature gauge, only a water temperature warning light that alerts the owner when the water temperature is too high. Taking the 2021 Santana Manual Fashion Edition as an example, it is a compact car with body dimensions of: length 4475mm, width 1706mm, height 1469mm, wheelbase 2603mm, fuel tank capacity 52.8l, trunk capacity 466l, and curb weight 1120kg. The 2021 Santana Manual Fashion Edition is equipped with a 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power speed of 6100rpm and a maximum torque speed of 4000rpm.
I've driven several models of the new Santana, like the 2020 version, and couldn't find the traditional water temperature gauge on the dashboard. Volkswagen designed a water temperature warning light to replace it, which flashes red to alert you when the temperature is too high. This change is actually quite common, as many new cars have eliminated physical dials in favor of digital warning systems for simplicity, space-saving, and reduced manufacturing costs. However, to be honest, I still miss the gauges in older cars because warning lights only tell you when there's a problem, without showing the temperature changes visually. For safety, I recommend regularly checking the coolant condition, inspecting the level and purity every 5,000 kilometers, and not waiting until the light comes on to take action. High temperatures can cause significant damage to the engine, ranging from breakdowns to major repairs.
