How long can a Volkswagen dry dual-clutch transmission last under normal conditions?

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The lifespan of Volkswagen's dry dual-clutch transmission depends on the vehicle's usage conditions, with the longest service life potentially exceeding ten years. Additional information: 1. Volkswagen vehicles use two types of dual-clutch transmissions: dry dual-clutch and wet dual-clutch. Identifying which type is used in a Volkswagen model is very simple—just check the badge at the rear of the vehicle. 2. Models with 230 or 280 badges at the rear use a dry dual-clutch transmission, while those with 330 or 380 badges use a wet dual-clutch transmission. Different engine displacements are paired with different types of transmissions. 3. Compared to wet dual-clutch transmissions, dry dual-clutch transmissions have lower production costs, smaller size, simpler structure, and higher transmission efficiency. However, dry dual-clutch transmissions tend to heat up during operation. 4. During operation, the clutch plates of a dry dual-clutch transmission are in direct contact with the engine's flywheel. The heat generated during operation is dissipated by air cooling, which makes the transmission prone to heating up during operation.