The dsg is quicker, but both cars are around the same. With precision craftsmanship and a 228hp turbocharged engine, theres no wonder why the 2020 golf gti is referred to as the golf hot hatch. Steve sutcliffe and david vivian lock horns and you can have your say. Vw to keep the manual gearbox alive for as long as theres. From my research, the mk7 gti onwards used the wet clutch dq250, which was not prone to problems in other dry clutch dsg units eg. I love and prefer stick, and the manual on the gti is insanely good. Highlights return of a sixspeed manual gearbox 70 nm more torque than the dsg great combo of zest, practicality and quality. Volkswagen gti transmission problems car forums at. I wanted a manual and wasnt at all interested in dsg. With it, our longterm gti just feels like a slightly faster golf with a. Dsg or manual vw golf r mk7 chat vwroc vw r owners club. Vw has specific oil spec requirments that must be met to be a valid oil. Ive driven both and prefer the manual over the dsg. For this reason, the question of transmission options is no longer as simple as manual vs automatic.
I was in the same boat a few years ago when buying a mk5 golf gti. The cvt, or continuously variable transmission, is one route automakers go when it comes to efficiency, but volkswagen is prone to selecting the dsg as an upgrade. Jul 05, 2019 the rabbit is the 2019 vw golf gti to get. Complete manual transmissions for volkswagen gti ebay. Some manuals have hill holder features that keep you from rolling backwards. We go for a drive in the 2019 vw gti rabbit support us on patreon. In conclusion, the dsg transmission makes the gti into the ultimate daily driver. Maybe the issue is when comparing the dsg stronic to the manual audi s4 or gti or golf r etc, since those vw group manuals are all a bit on the clunky side, with long throws. Although i noticed a very small amount of jerkiness i thought it was less than i have noticed on a clutchmanual transmission. After around 2000 miles and two months of ownership, were taking a look back at the good and bad points of living with a. I want to buy a dualclutch volkswagen golf, but will its. Dsgequipped volkswagen golf gti performance promises maximum performance potential.
Dsg is just a preferenceoptions and weather its better than manual or not is relative. My opinion is the dsg is a replacement to a manual while delivering amazing response. If you compare a regular style auto transmission with the dsg, well there is no comparison. Inside, the new vw golf gti gains a new sports steering wheel with touch controls and three silver double spokes, a classic golf ball shifter knob in. I found the dsg to be boring unless your wailing on the throttle.
A manual box might lurk somewhere in there but vw has done a good job of disguising it as an auto. Alternatively, watch the vw golf r dsg versus manual video here. Dsg or manual, what would you do page 1 general gassing. They prefer to invest their idle time to talk or hang out. Hyundais new elantra gt nline poses the most obvious threat, but its steering feel and manual gearbox arent quite on par with the gtis. That power is routed to the front wheels through either a standard sixspeed manual transmission.
Fast forward to today and i finally got my hands on a 2018 golf gti with a manual transmission, the way it should be. The dsg in both gti and r are not the weak 7 speeds that the polo gti was having so much trouble with. On most vw models, including the mk6 gti, oil weight ie 5w40 is not as important as oil spec. While i think it is certainly a good idea that the 2015 volkswagen golf gti offers an automatic transmission option, there is absolutely. Once you get comfortable with their performance characteristics, its a pretty solid transmission. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for volkswagen gti when. S is for style that youll see the minute you sit on the cloth seating surfaces of the 2017 vw gti s 2 door trim. Our two test cars for the day will be a carbon steel grey manual and a tornado red dsg. Vw to keep the manual gearbox alive for as long as theres demand. Volkswagens dsg transmission makes it easy not to miss the. Ive seen a van which ticks all the boxes for me, however its dsg and i wasnt overly impressed with it when i test drove it.
Hyundais new elantra gt nline poses the most obvious threat, but its steering feel and manual gearbox arent quite on par with the gti s. I spend most of my commute in traffic on the m25 where an auto would be very nice, but. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 487 gti models nationwide. Rather than make everyone reading this thread load 10 more pictures, here is a link to a list of the pieces in my french 2007 gti manual set. Into d and youll still struggle to detect that the dsg is any more than an eerily smooth automatic. With the old polo gti, there were two benefits to a manual gearbox, as the 7speed dsg couldnt handle all the torque of the 1. Although vws dsg dualclutch automated manual is a good, reasonably sporty automatic, it is still an automatic. Mar 05, 2020 inside, the new vw golf gti gains a new sports steering wheel with touch controls and three silver double spokes, a classic golf ball shifter knob in combination with the manual transmission and. Jul 22, 2014 which transmission is best, stick or paddles.
The choices of the words, dictions, and how the author conveys the statement and lesson to the readers are totally easy to understand. Still the best 2018 volkswagen golf gti manual tested. As a vw mechanic for many years, all i can say is that in my experience, they seem to be very reliable. True, the german car maker first introduced the directshift gearbox dsg or dualclutch transmission dct into a series production road car in 2003 with the original volkswagen golf r32. Anyway, this 7speed dsg is a big disappointment, and im wondering if anyone else has experienced the same thing. So thats why i ordered a gtd with a manual box yes i am moving away from an audi a4 to a vw golf as its simply a better car all round. Ford focus st vs vw golf gti comparison cj pony parts. So how is it different than a regular automatic transmission. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for volkswagen gti when you shop the largest online selection at. All pricing and details are believed to be accurate, but we do not warrant or guarantee such accuracy. And the 2015 volkswagen golf gti has a good manual gearbox. Although i noticed a very small amount of jerkiness i thought it was less than i have noticed on a clutch manual transmission. Buying myself a golf gti mk5 in the next few weeks to commute in and cant decide between a manual or a dsg. If you dont want to row your own gears, the gtis dsg dualclutch automatic will shift for you.
David zalstein and tony crawford tackle the question using one of the worlds best and most popular hothatches, the volkswagen golf gti. Nov 22, 2018 with the old polo gti, there were two benefits to a manual gearbox, as the 7speed dsg couldnt handle all the torque of the 1. One thing i will tell you is that it defiantly changes how you feel about driving. Maybe i just need to give it more time and perhaps live with it for a while before. New oem 200520 audi vw manual transmission input shaft grooved ball bearing. David zalstein and tony crawford tackle the question using one of the worlds best and most. Dsg may get round a track quicker but manual drivers may have more fun doing it and vice versa. Certainly, anything fomr 2015 onwards should be ok. The dsgs quick shifts are satisfying, although the stick shiftreplete with a dimpled, golfballlike shift knobups the gtis engagement factor.
Funny cause my previous mk6 gti was manual and had the apr stage 1 remap which. The new sixspeed manual version could be just the ticket. For audi a3 vw golf right passenger manual trans shift cable selector cable genu. I live in san francisco and hardly anyone buys a manual who lives here. Vw gti the dsg is nice dont get the manual went from a 6speed manual mini cooper s to a 6 speed dual clutch dsg volkswagen gti mk6. Mar 30, 2017 the dsgs quick shifts are satisfying, although the stick shiftreplete with a dimpled, golfballlike shift knobups the gtis engagement factor. The prices shown above, may vary from region to region, as will incentives, and are subject to change. One negative thing i hear about manuals is that once you tune the engine your clutch will start to slip. There is a good chance shell never feel comfortable driving with a manual in city hills. In fact, if you were buying a golf r, i would suggest you buy that over the manual. Dsg doesnt really have that problem and can handle the extra torque.
What to do if your vw or audi coolant light comes on we show you what happens when the coolant lights comes on for your vw or audi. This spec varies see your owners manual for detail but is generally. Manual transmissions are an absolute joy, but the dsg is capable of. Ultimately, we wouldnt fault anyone for choosing the dsg over the manual, or vice versa. Mar 24, 2020 vw to keep the manual gearbox alive for as long as theres demand. I recently traded in my 20 volkswagen gti mk6 autobahn for a 2017.
The mk7 golf comes with a 6speed automatic instead of a dsg. Manual mode on dsg is way more fun and engaging than true manual. It offers quick, sporty shifts too, so it wont feel like an econobox. Like the maturity of the vw polo gti, but desire a bit more engagement. Is the 2015 volkswagen golf gti better to drive with a manual transmission or with its dsg dualclutch. If nothing else, it will give you an idea how many parts make up the owners manual set. All that said, for me a good manual gearbox will always offer an extra element of involvement. Manual transmissions are an absolute joy, but the dsg is. The volkswagen golf gti is currently, and has long been, one of the best and most popular examples of the hothatch formula as much as. Both come standard with a 228horsepower turbocharged 2. Now, its important to highlight from the start that this a question that affects more vehicles than the golf gti and far more brands than solely volkswagen.
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