Is the Qin Pro equipped with a wet dual-clutch transmission?
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The Qin Pro is equipped with a wet dual-clutch transmission, with some models featuring BYD's self-developed 6-speed wet dual-clutch transmission. A wet dual-clutch transmission refers to a multi-plate clutch system where two clutches, one large and one small, are coaxially installed. Unlike dry dual-clutch transmissions, which operate in a semi-engaged state and are prone to overheating, the wet system avoids this issue. Taking the 2020 Beyond Edition BYD Qin Pro as an example, its body dimensions are 4765mm in length, 1837mm in width, and 1500mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2718mm. This model is powered by a 1.5L turbocharged engine, delivering a maximum horsepower of 160PS, a maximum power of 118kW, and a maximum torque of 245Nm.
I've been driving the Qin Pro fuel version for over a year now, equipped with a dry dual-clutch transmission, which is really different from the wet type. The dry dual-clutch shifts quickly and saves fuel, especially running smoothly on highways, but it tends to overheat in city traffic with frequent starts and stops. I have to remind everyone to avoid prolonged semi-clutch states. The wet dual-clutch has oil cooling, making it more durable, but it's more expensive and troublesome to maintain, commonly found in luxury or performance cars. For an economical family car like the Qin Pro, it's completely unnecessary. If you bought the Qin Pro hybrid version, it might use an electronic control system, but the fuel version definitely isn't wet. It's decent for daily driving, with simple maintenance and low costs, and the fuel consumption is well controlled. In short, choosing a car depends on actual needs, and the Qin Pro with a dry dual-clutch is quite suitable.
