Is the Volkswagen Sagitar equipped with a dry or wet dual-clutch transmission?
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Volkswagen Sagitar is equipped with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission. Differences in cooling: The dry dual-clutch transmission uses air cooling for heat dissipation, relying on airflow to remove heat; the wet dual-clutch transmission is immersed in oil, providing higher cooling efficiency. Differences in operation: The dry clutch is a manual transmission friction plate clutch, featuring high mechanical transmission efficiency, relatively complex operation, and a higher failure rate; the wet clutch is an automatic transmission oil-immersed friction plate clutch, with lower mechanical transmission efficiency, easier operation, and a lower failure rate. Dual-clutch transmissions are not suitable for frequent starts, prolonged low-speed driving, or stop-and-go traffic, as they are prone to overheating, which can lead to malfunctions. Once the vehicle's computer issues a warning, it is essential to stop immediately to cool down the transmission.