Is the new Magotan equipped with a dry or wet clutch?
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The Volkswagen Magotan 1.4T model is equipped with a dry dual-clutch transmission, while the 1.8T and 2.0T models are equipped with a 7-speed DSG wet dual-clutch transmission. Advantages and disadvantages of dry and wet dual-clutch transmissions: The dry dual-clutch transmission has higher transmission efficiency, but if it remains in a semi-clutch state similar to a manual transmission for a long time during low-speed driving, it is prone to overheating. For example, Volkswagen's 1.8T and 2.0T models use wet dual-clutch transmissions. Although wet dual-clutch transmissions are not as efficient as dry ones, the clutch plates are immersed in oil, which effectively solves the heat dissipation problem. Additionally, wet dual-clutch transmissions are fully enclosed, making them more waterproof. Differences between dry and wet dual-clutch transmissions: Since dry dual-clutch transmissions do not have hydraulic oil or corresponding cooling systems, they are lighter than wet dual-clutch transmissions, provide more direct power transmission, and have higher transmission efficiency (resulting in better fuel economy). However, due to the inherent characteristic of dry dual-clutch transmissions transmitting torque through friction plates, when driving in congested conditions requiring frequent stops and starts, the transmission temperature rises quickly. Moreover, since they rely on air cooling for heat dissipation, the cooling effect is not as good as that of wet dual-clutch transmissions. Therefore, dry dual-clutch transmissions are more prone to failures due to heat dissipation issues in complex and congested road conditions.
