DSG What's Good What's Bad

[waddler]

Was set on a manual GTI but after reading posts on here am tempted by DSG.  I'll try and get a test drive at the weekend.  Those of that have tried what are the pro's and cons?

[Phil mcavity]

too many positives about dsg, great system, manual slower, you have to use your left foot !!!,car doesnt have same appeal in my opinion. you will love it

[The Doc]

If you like autos buy the dsg!

If you like manuals buy the manual!

It really is that simple!

PLUS the Bugatti Veyron - the ultimate car IMHO has a DSG 'box 

[wantmygti]

I was in exactly the same position waddler. I was set on a manual but tested a DSG just out of interest. I really couldn't decide for ages and had a few debates on here. Most people do tend to favour the DSG system on here and as an automatic it is awesome. At the end of the day, this is my only car (unlike some rather lucky Docs out there...!) and I couldn't live with an auto 24/7, so I'm still getting the manual.

Like Doc says both transmission are excellant and do what their supposed to brilliantly, you just need to decide if YOU are a manual or auto driver. Maybe think about the type of driving you do too, I'd be in an auto if I did a lot of city driving or a long commute, but I don't and I enjoy using my left foot!

[wantmygti]

Can't say fairer than that Doc!

[The Doc]

Agreed mate - its all down to the type / hours / conditions and your own personal preference 

[Matt555]

It's a very personal thing DSG!

My misses loves it and will kick me in the nuts at the any mention of a lack of real control and manuals offer more feedback lol.

Personally and I say PERSONALLY i would prefer a manual.  More control, no stutter on roundabouts, hold the rev limiter blahblahblah....

But when i can't be bothered or know i'll be sitting in traffic, there's nothing better than DSG to chill you out 

[waddler]

Thanks Guys.  It's looking like a manual but i'll let you know post test drive.  My main car is an X5 Auto which will do the commute and the GTI is the fun 2nd car.  In normal conditions i prefer manuals but quite liked the idea of the paddle shift but given is a grand more..................


Also any idea what the impact is on residuals DSG vs Manual.  I guess you dont get your money back?

[overthehill]

I had an Audi multitronic before my GTI which was a company car.  The auto is great on the motorway and in traffic.  Bought my own GTI and would have had DSG if I had another £1300 or whatever, but I went with the manual.  Most times it's fine but traffic tonight was an utter pig - 1.5 hours in jams to do 20 miles and my left leg is killing me   

[wantmygti]

On the current used cars the DSG's do carry a premium of some degree over the manuals from what i've seen. Whether they will once they are 3+ years old I'm not so sure. And you still have to find another £1330 now no matter what!