Does the Touareg Have a Dual-Clutch Transmission?
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The Touareg does not have a dual-clutch transmission; it uses an 8-speed automatic manual transmission. Below is an introduction to dual-clutch transmissions: 1. Fast shifting. Dual-clutch transmissions combine the advantages of manual and automatic transmissions, eliminating the torque converter and instead using two sets of clutches that alternate to achieve seamless gear changes. 2. Fuel efficiency. Dual-clutch transmissions eliminate torque interruption, keeping the engine's power constantly utilized and operating at optimal efficiency, which can reduce fuel consumption by over 10%. 3. Comfort. Due to the rapid shifting speed, each gear change in a DCT is very smooth, with minimal jerkiness that is barely noticeable to the human body.