Is the Tiguan L equipped with a wet or dry transmission?
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The transmission of the Tiguan L depends on the engine: 1. The 1.4-liter turbocharged engine is paired with a dry dual-clutch transmission; 2. The 2.0-liter turbocharged engine is paired with a wet dual-clutch transmission. The Tiguan L is a mid-size SUV under the Volkswagen brand. Taking the Tiguan L 2021 280 Automatic Two-Wheel Drive Zhi Xiang Edition as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4712mm, width 1839mm, height 1673mm. The Tiguan L 2021 280 Automatic Two-Wheel Drive Zhi Xiang Edition is equipped with a 1.4L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine, with a maximum horsepower of 186 and a maximum power of 137 kilowatts, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I drive the Tiguan L 330TSI version, which is equipped with a wet dual-clutch transmission. After two years of driving, I find the gear shifts quite smooth. Volkswagen's wet dual-clutch transmission (model DQ381) has excellent heat dissipation, making it particularly suitable for stop-and-go city driving conditions, unlike dry versions which are prone to overheating. Actually, the entire Tiguan L lineup depends on the specific engine displacement—the 2.0T 330 and 380TSI models use wet dual-clutch transmissions, while the 1.5T 300TSI comes with a dry dual-clutch. When choosing a car, make sure to ask for details. The transmission fluid replacement interval for the 2.0T versions is about 60,000 kilometers—maintenance costs are higher, but durability is stronger. If you frequently drive long distances, the stability of the wet transmission will give you much more peace of mind.
