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The seven-speed dual clutch transmission from Volkswagen

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Volkswagen is making two world premieres with the new seven-speed dual clutch DSG transmission. It is both the first seven-speed transmission for front transverse mounting and the first dual clutch transmission with a ‘dry’ dual clutch. The transmission is designed for a maximum torque of 250 Nm and use for vehicles in the compact class as well as, also a world premiere, for vehicles in the small class. As a build feature, the dry dual clutch has considerable benefits for the entire transmission concept. Compared to Volkswagen’s current six-speed dual clutch transmission, it comes with an even higher efficiency rating and therefore makes a significant contribution to reducing fuel consumption and emissions levels in the design of new vehicles.

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  1. Volkswagen AG, Wolfsburg, Germany

    Jens Hadler (Executive Director Powertrain Development),  Frank-Thomas Metzner (Head of the Powertrain Integration),  Michael Schäfer (Head of the Transmission Development),  Hubert Gröhlich (Head of the Dual Clutch Transmission) &  Michael John (Head of the Project-management DO200)

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Hadler, J., Metzner, FT., Schäfer, M. et al. The seven-speed dual clutch transmission from Volkswagen. ATZ Worldw 110, 26–33 (2008). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03225012

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