How do you drive a DSG?

[R32UK]

I couldn't better 6.6 in my S3 in the wet (although it was hammering it down still)

Not had to chance for a dry run and still can't launch quattro very well  :embarassed:


http://www.dynolicious.com/results/c965718954ecb4ca235f3be795349ed1.html

Are you manual or DSG??

looking at the graph i would say manual

[FroGTI]

I am split 50/50 between manual and DSG on a GTi.
I chose the manual as: (a) it was £1330 cheaper and (b) I am more used to manual gearboxes and like the greater control over the car.

I agree. If I had to order my GTI all over again, I would probably go with the manual. The DSG is good, but not nearly as good as everyone - including the press - says. BMW's proper 8-speed auto box on the new 5 Series, for example, is light years ahead.

[mike.]

Always had DSG VW's, always will 

+1 all the way 

+1 too, been driving with DSG for the last six years and can't see me ever going back.

Simulated "AUTO" modes are good for the rush hour traffic, manual mode good for the twisties. 

[GolfTi]

As mentioned previously DSG is nothing new. Just clever marketing.

Autos have been around since the 50s and are a favourite of drivers in the U.S of A.

Less of the 'keep up with the times' nonsense please.

[mike.]

Yes but those are Automatic gearboxes with a torque convertor.

DSG is a manual gearbox with an automatic clutch, completely different technology

The only thing in common is you don't have a clutch pedal. 

[GolfTi]

Only difference is its a much faster and slicker change. Still Automatic.

As for 'manual mode' Automatics have always had this using the gear lever. R - P -D -1-2-3-4-5 etc. 

[GolfTi]

Always had DSG VW's, always will 

Never had an Automatic. Never will.

[JulesS3]

Only difference is its a much faster and slicker change. Still Automatic.

As for 'manual mode' Automatics have always had this using the gear lever. R - P -D -1-2-3-4-5 etc. 

Nope, two clutches and requires the driver to change gear. An auto will not even slightly hold a gear for you and changes instantly.

I'd ring up Ferrari, Porsche and bugatti and let them know there thousands of pounds investment is years old.

[GolfTi]

It's still an Automatic.

Fast change -yes. Slick - yes.
Driver choice and anticipation  - no.

Yes, you can manually change, but what's new - Automatics have always allowed 'manual' gear change.

[Steve30]

It's still an Automatic.

Fast change -yes. Slick - yes.
Driver choice and anticipation  - no.

Yes, you can manually change, but what's new - Automatics have always allowed 'manual' gear change.

Driver choice and anticipation  - no.

^^ wrong my friend upto you with DSG that's what the paddles are for