VW G 055 529

The VW G 055 529 specification is a Volkswagen Group requirement for transmission oils, developed for automatic gearboxes, including DSG and Tiptronic, installed in passenger cars from VW, Audi, SEAT and Škoda. Technically it calls for high thermal stability, low viscosity on cold start (typically 5W‑30/5W‑40), resistance to oxidation and retention of friction material properties under load, ensuring smooth gear shifts and long‑lasting protection of the mechanisms. The specification is targeted at gasoline and diesel (TDI) engines that use the mentioned automatic transmissions, and guarantees compatibility with their emission control systems without additional restrictions regarding SAPS or DPF. Since the XENUM catalogue contains only two products that meet VW G 055 529, they can be safely used as replacements for oils previously labeled under older VW specifications, while maintaining the manufacturer’s recommendations for service intervals.