Is the Volkswagen Tharu engine dry or wet type?
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Volkswagen Tharu is equipped with two types of engines: a 1.4T and a 2.0T. The 1.4T engine is paired with a 7-speed dry dual-clutch transmission (code-named DQ200), while the 2.0T engine is matched with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (code-named DQ381). Below is a detailed introduction to the Volkswagen Tharu engine: 1. Dual-clutch transmissions are widely used in the Volkswagen brand and are currently the most popular type of transmission. This engine is not significantly different from conventional engines, except for the addition of an extra set of clutches. The biggest advantage of dual-clutch transmissions is their fast gear-shifting speed, providing smooth upshifts, ample power, and excellent fuel economy. 2. Volkswagen models with the common 1.4T engine mostly use dry dual-clutch transmissions, while models with the 2.0T engine generally employ wet dual-clutch transmissions. 3. During engine operation, the dual-clutch transmission generates heat through friction, especially in urban or congested traffic conditions. Dry dual-clutch transmissions are more prone to overheating because they rely on air cooling, which is relatively slow. In contrast, wet dual-clutch transmissions use oil immersion for cooling, resulting in faster heat dissipation compared to dry dual-clutch transmissions.