Took a 5 door Lapis Blue DSG for a test drive yesterday
It was just Stunning to drive
The rasp of the exhaust note on turn over was just the start and it sounds awesome. When under strain to zoom thru the gears even better and the punch just frightningly fast. What a ROAR!!
Now im no genius on using DSG (only ever owned manual) so i had to get quickly get my head around it and NO gear changing or clutch operation was just well 'Alien' to me. However those who own DSG will be at home here but its not for me. Having said that WOW how well it works racing through the gears. Sport selection hangs on longer and Drive is best for normal driving (but of course)
Took it thru some twisty country lanes and its just planted and i didnt even select 'Race Mode' in the DCC. I believe its even more aggressive in this mode. It was absolutely thrilling. I had to watch speed as i was getting carried away with the drive and didnt want to put a £34000 into a farmers field. Driving first time man and machine have a learning curve. Its going to be exciting lessons behind the wheel.
Ive had some naughty cars in the past but this is so far out in front the grin was huge and the revs just kept going.
standing start is warp speed thru DSG and the confidence in the car is just soooo there. From av speed say 50mph the push in the lower back and instant response is sharp and explosive so will be a stealth weapon on overtaking anywhere in the band.
It is well put together and build quality first class. Like the new dash layout and toys a plenty.
The front end i still feel is understated and the back aggressive but when behind the wheel you will be in charge of the biggest grin youve had for ages and it wont matter. Most cars in front will see a Golf behind them for a fraction of a second and the tail pipes and roar for even less.
Ordered today and expected for summer.
All i can say is 'Punch it Bishop'
