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[Gazdebaz]

Is it right that when driving the DSG in auto, it moves up to 6th too quickly and feels flat compared to the feeling in a manual? I also read that the DSG in Sport mode holds on to the lower gears too long - over revs - if that's the case, it would be annoying.

I would say that its all down to throttle control. I am at present running in the engine and at no time would I say that it feels flat in normal D mode. In sports mode I would say, that it does not hold the gears too long, as again it's how you use the accelerator pedal.

[James Gould]

I'll have to test drive it again - I just don't get it - surely the auto mode can't choose the gears as much to the liking of the driver as the driver can do on his/her own in a manual car?? I know the DSG driver can flip the 'stick' and/or flap the paddles but nothing is as 'natural' as pressing on the clutch and changing gear...

[Gazdebaz]

James, I have no problem holding the gear for as long as I like in manual mode on the DSG.

To be honest mate, if you are not sure of the DSG box, I would say stick with a manual.

[James Gould]

Will go for manual if can't decide after another test drive in DSG later this week - thnx

[Rolfe]

Carbon Grey?   

You have no soul.

From what you say, you'd probably be better with the manual rather than the DSG.  Personally, I think the DSG is the coolest thing since the iPhone though.

Rolfe.

[James Gould]

and I do love my iphone....

[Egbutt Wash]

Carbon Grey?   

You have no soul.

From what you say, you'd probably be better with the manual rather than the DSG.  Personally, I think the DSG is the coolest thing since the iPhone though.

Rolfe.

It's under briar patch.
You minx.

[keelaw]

By the way, Keelaw, 5-door  -  it's certainly more practical for me but don't you think the 3-door looks better  -  have you got the seat belt warning system and rear side air bags (only available in the 5-door)?

J

erm... dunno!  lol   

only the front passenger rear seatbelt warning alarm goes, so potentially not?

[keelaw]

Is it right that when driving the DSG in auto, it moves up to 6th too quickly and feels flat compared to the feeling in a manual? I also read that the DSG in Sport mode holds on to the lower gears too long - over revs - if that's the case, it would be annoying.

I would say that its all down to throttle control. I am at present running in the engine and at no time would I say that it feels flat in normal D mode. In sports mode I would say, that it does not hold the gears too long, as again it's how you use the accelerator pedal.

i agree that it can feel flat in D mode sometimes due to being in a higher gear than perhaps i would ordinarily have it.  trade off is that it will be quieter and potentially more economical.

S mode does hold the gears pretty much until it red lines, or you stop accelerating for a few secs.  if you fully pressing on, then it isn't ideal.

manual mode is good though.  you're in control and it changes very smoothly.  it will pop down to 1st gear when near stopping, having been used to 2nd gear starts in my bm's auto, it is a little strange.

[James Gould]

Keelaw  -  it doesn't sound like it's great for you  -  you spend £25K-plus and use words like 'trade off'  -  I only test drove the DSG and manual for a short time (another tt in the DSG later this week) but I do remember thinking that the S mode was ridiculous  -  over revved!  -  Yes, manual mode gets round the auto shortfalls but is knocking the 'lever' up and down or flapping the paddles practical on an on-going basis or can you really only do it from time to time?....and, when you're in manual, can you do what you want or does the car 'take over' if she doesn't like what you're doing?

Is there anyone out there who regrets going for the DSG?