What transmission does the Jetta VS5 use?
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The Jetta VS5 is equipped with a 6AT transmission with the model code AQ250, which is a product from Aisin. The Aisin AQ250 transmission is a 6-speed automatic transmission commonly used in some models of domestic brands and certain foreign brands, such as Volkswagen compact cars, small cars, Changan, Besturn, Dongfeng, and others. Overall, the Aisin AQ250 transmission is a highly reliable AT transmission. Compared to the AQ160, the AQ250 has an increased maximum torque capacity of up to 310 Nm. AT transmissions are also known as torque converter transmissions because they are connected to the engine via a torque converter. The torque converter consists of three main components: the pump, turbine, and stator. During operation, the torque converter is filled with transmission fluid. Inside the AT transmission, there are planetary gears that enable gear shifting and torque conversion. AT transmissions offer smooth shifting due to their soft connection with the engine, which helps absorb vibrations and shocks. There are two other common types of automatic transmissions: dual-clutch transmissions (DCT) and continuously variable transmissions (CVT). Dual-clutch transmissions are derived from manual transmissions and share a similar structure, but they feature an additional clutch and gear-shifting control mechanism. One clutch in a DCT controls the odd-numbered gears, while the other controls the even-numbered gears. CVT transmissions have a simpler internal structure, consisting of only two pulleys and a steel belt.
