Is the Roewe RX5 transmission wet or dry?

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LeKaylee
07/29/25 11:21pm
Roewe RX5 is equipped with a dry dual-clutch transmission. In a dry dual-clutch transmission, the clutch plates are not immersed in transmission oil, whereas in a wet dual-clutch transmission, the clutch plates are submerged in transmission oil. The dry dual-clutch transmission may experience overheating when driving on roads with severe traffic congestion. The RX5 is a compact SUV under the Roewe brand, and it is powered by a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine across all models. This 1.5-liter turbocharged engine delivers a maximum power of 124 kW, a maximum torque of 250 Nm, with the maximum power achieved at 5,500 rpm and the maximum torque available between 1,700 to 4,300 rpm.
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