Is the Golf's Transmission Wet or Dry?

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DelJudah
07/24/25 8:18pm
The Golf 1.6T model features a wet transmission, while the Golf 1.4T model is equipped with a dry transmission. Below is an introduction to the dry and wet transmissions in Golf vehicles: 1. Working Principle: There is no fundamental difference between dry and wet dual-clutch transmissions; the distinction lies in the cooling method of the dual-clutch friction plates. Compared to traditional manual transmissions, the DSG is more convenient to use because it remains a manual transmission at its core, but incorporates DCT technology to provide automatic performance. 2. Clutch Position: The two sets of clutch plates in a wet clutch are housed in a sealed oil chamber, whereas the friction plates in a dry clutch do not have a sealed oil chamber and rely on air cooling for heat dissipation.
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