Is the Magotan automatic or manual transmission?
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The Magotan is available in both automatic and manual transmission models. The operation difficulty differs between automatic and manual transmissions: Manual transmission primarily relies on the driver pressing the clutch pedal to complete gear shifting operations; automatic transmission mainly depends on the hydraulic torque converter's hydraulic transmission principle to automatically complete gear changes. The safety aspects differ between automatic and manual transmissions: Neutral gear in manual transmission vehicles causes loss of power, creating driving safety hazards; automatic transmission vehicles cannot use neutral gear while driving, making this driving method comparatively safer. Manual transmission refers to manually moving the gear lever to change the gear meshing device inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed variation. Automatic transmission means the driver doesn't need to manually shift gears, as the vehicle automatically selects the appropriate gear based on driving speed and traffic conditions.
I drive a Magotan, and now all models on the market come with automatic transmission. Volkswagen's DSG dual-clutch system runs quite smoothly. You don't need to frequently press the clutch in city traffic jams, and your feet won't get tired easily on long trips. However, if you're an old-school driver who misses manual transmission, you might have to look for older models in the used car market—new cars after 2019 completely eliminated manual configurations. Actually, its sibling model, the Passat, follows the same path. Nowadays, B-segment cars have basically gone the automation route, with even the entry-level 1.4T models equipped with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission.