How to Use the Volkswagen Lavida's Tiptronic Transmission?

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LaBradley
07/30/25 8:59am
Volkswagen Lavida's Tiptronic transmission gear usage is as follows: 1. P (Parking Gear): Can only be engaged when the car is stationary; 2. R (Reverse Gear): Can only be engaged when the car is stationary; 3. N (Neutral Gear): The transmission is in neutral (idle gear), with no power transmitted to the wheels and unable to utilize the engine's braking effect; 4. D (Drive Gear): All forward gears can automatically shift up and down, with the shift timing determined by engine load, personal driving style, and driving speed; 5. S (Sport Gear): In sport mode, the transmission can shift freely. While the car is moving, simply push the gear lever into the S position, typically used for climbing slopes and overtaking.
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