Is the Magotan Transmission Dry or Wet?
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Whether the Magotan transmission is dry or wet depends on the model configuration. The DQ200 is a dry dual-clutch transmission, while the DQ380 is a wet dual-clutch transmission. The transmission is a mechanism used to change the speed and torque from the engine, and it can either fix or change the gear ratio between the output shaft and the input shaft. The Magotan is the first B-class sedan produced by FAW-Volkswagen, with dimensions of 4866mm in length, 1832mm in width, and 1464mm in height, and a wheelbase of 2812mm. The vehicle adopts an HSB high-strength body structure design, with 74% of the body structure made of high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel plates, significantly improving the body structure strength while reducing the vehicle weight.
I've been driving my Magotan for three years now, and this is something worth talking about. My old 1.4T model came with a dry dual-clutch transmission, and the jerking in city traffic was like riding bumper cars. Later, a mechanic told me that dry dual-clutch transmissions have poor heat dissipation, especially in southern summers when they're prone to overheating protection. Last year, I upgraded to the 2.0T version, which now comes with a wet dual-clutch transmission. No more warning lights in traffic jams—the transmission oil circulation cooling is indeed reliable. A tip for buying used: pre-2019 small-displacement models are mostly dry, while newer models all have wet. If unsure, check the undercarriage—wet transmissions have two cooling oil pipes underneath, dry ones don't.
As a second-generation Magotan owner in my family, I have a lot to say about this. My mom's 2016 1.8T model with the dry clutch transmission had to be repaired three times, the worst being when it broke down completely on the elevated highway. So when it came to buying my wedding car, I insisted on the wet clutch version. Now driving the 380TSI feels like a completely different car. The dry clutch is simpler in structure but prone to overheating, especially in stop-and-go traffic, where the clutch plates wear out quickly. The wet clutch runs immersed in oil, offering better heat dissipation and durability, though maintenance is a bit more expensive. If your daily commute exceeds 20 kilometers, just go for the wet clutch version without hesitation—the extra cost will be saved on repair bills.
