Is the Tayron's transmission dry or wet?
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The 1.4-liter version of the Tayron is equipped with a dry dual-clutch transmission, while the 2.0-liter version features a wet dual-clutch transmission. Below is a related introduction to dual-clutch transmissions: 1. Dual-clutch transmissions can be mainly divided into dry and wet types: 1. Wet dual-clutch: A wet dual-clutch transmission must have a hydraulic pump, lubricating fluid, cooling pipes, and an external cooling system. A wet dual-clutch refers to two sets of multi-plate clutches, one large and one small, coaxially installed together. They are both housed in a sealed oil chamber filled with hydraulic oil, giving the wet clutch structure better adjustment capabilities and excellent thermal properties, allowing it to transmit relatively large torque. 2. Dry dual-clutch: The dry dual-clutch was developed based on the technology of the 6-speed DQ250 wet dual-clutch, simplifying the related hydraulic system. 2. The biggest difference between dry and wet clutches is the connecting medium between the driving plate and the driven plate. A dry dual-clutch relies on air for transmission, while a wet dual-clutch relies on oil.
I bought the Tayron 280TSI last year, which comes with a dry dual-clutch transmission. The 1.4T engine paired with it mainly aims for lightweight and fuel efficiency. The difference between dry and wet types is significant—the dry type lacks an oil cooling system, and the friction plates work directly, making it prone to jerking when overheated, but it performs well in city driving and is cheaper to maintain. The wet type is only available on the 330TSI, paired with a 2.0T engine for better durability since the oil bath provides better heat dissipation, making it more suitable for long-distance highway driving. When choosing a car, consider your driving conditions: if you often face traffic jams, the wet type is more reliable; for daily commutes, the dry type is sufficient. I also researched that the Tayron's transmission is generally reliable, and Volkswagen has made significant improvements in recent years. Just remember to maintain it regularly to avoid stuttering. I struggled with the model choice initially but ultimately went for the dry type for fuel efficiency, and it’s been fine.