What are the transmission model classifications of the Jetta VS5?
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Transmission classifications: manual transmission, automatic transmission, automated manual transmission, continuously variable transmission. Detailed introductions are as follows: Manual transmission: When shifting gears with a manual transmission, it is necessary to depress the clutch, then move the gear lever, and finally release the clutch to complete the gear shift. Automatic transmission: A good automatic transmission has sensitive shifting and reasonable logic, which can achieve excellent fuel consumption results. Compared to manual transmissions, automatic transmissions are more convenient to operate, generally requiring no gear changes during driving, but there is a loss in transmission efficiency, leading to higher fuel consumption than manual transmissions. Automated manual transmission: An automated manual transmission is essentially a manual transmission with an added control computer, typically with 5 speeds, and lacks D and P gears. Continuously variable transmission: A continuously variable transmission can achieve continuous changes in the transmission ratio, thereby achieving the best match between the transmission system and the engine conditions. The advantages are smooth operation, no jerking, and strong driving comfort. The disadvantages are poor torque-bearing capacity and slower response to speed changes.
I've been driving the Jetta VS5 for two years and know its transmissions inside out. The manual version comes with an MQ200 five-speed gearbox featuring well-designed gear ratios – first and second gears provide strong starts, while fifth gear keeps RPM low for fuel-efficient highway cruising. The automatic models uniformly use Aisin's third-generation AQ250 six-speed automatic manual transmission (coded TF-60SN), the same unit found in older Audi A3s. This 6AT is rugged and reliable with smooth shifts – it didn't let me down even on the Sichuan-Tibet route. Note that post-2020 models optimized the torque converter for China VI emissions; the model number remains unchanged but the software was updated. Don't fall for sales tricks – this car has no CVT or dual-clutch variants.