Is your Mk6 a DSG or manual?

[AdamD]

No one can seriously argue that a MT in a mk6 Golf doesn't give the driver more control over the vehicle than a DSG.

Define control in a meaningful sense.

Yes, a manual allows you to slip the clutch, which can assist in low-speed manoeuvring (eg parking). Yes, a manual allows you to more precisely match revs and slip during a hard launch when playing Traffic Light Grand Prix. Yes, a manual allows you to abuse or destory your clutch if and as you see fit. And yes, manual allows you to change gears at any moment, when you feel it appropriate.

In the vast majority of cases a DSG will also allow you to select your preferred gear at your chosen moment - but there are a few exceptions. People who are used to a manual and who drive a DSG may feel that they have less control, because they are actively making fewer decisions on the go. Like anything, vehicle control takes time and skill to master - and new or different technologies can sometimes set you back. Look at radar cruise control as an example.

A manual does not allow you to change gears faster or more smoothly. In certain circumstances a DSG can allow for greater control in corners, by shifting seamlessly and without hesitation, and thereby not introducing a sudden reduction and reapplication of power mid-corner which can unbalance a car.

At any rate, arguing over Manual Vs DSG in terms of "control", without clarification, is like saying that steak and chips is the best food ever. You may think that, but it's hardly fact.

[SilvrFoxX]

is like saying that steak and chips is the best food ever. You may think that, but it's hardly fact.

Depends if they were done in a Weber or not

[AdamD]

Depends if they were done in a Weber or not

Well, obviously. Is it lunchtime yet?

[SilvrFoxX]

yes, just out shopping for a new BBQ..

[VW Convert]

No one can seriously argue that a MT in a mk6 Golf doesn't give the driver more control over the vehicle than a DSG.

I'm really upset to find out that for the last 130,000 KM that I've driven I have not been fully in control and I could have rectified that had I purchased manual cars!

What absolute twaddle.

What is amusing here is the discussion moving from what do you have to which is better. Waste of time really as it has the same amount of credibility as which colour is better or worse ( we all know RB is better )

Now, now, we all know Reflex Silver is the best!

Where do I register my vote for steak and chips?



Cheers

George

[SilvrFoxX]

Now, now, we all know Reflex Silver is the best!

Where do I register my vote for steak and chips?



Cheers

George

Yet another colour that reminds everyone that it is indeed a kitchen appliance, you will get along fine with the CW owners. Just make sure all the other kitchen items are brushed aluminum.

Your vote for the manly meal of steak and chips has been noted, though I sense if you own a reflex silver car you don't have it with beer like RB owners but Lemon Lime and bitters like CW owners

Am also sorry to hear you have been out of control for so long

[AdamD]

Okay guys, thanks for your contributions but the discussion of the virtues of manual vs DSG car control has gone far enough. If we want to discuss it, someone can start a thread on it in the General Discussion forum, and contributors should keep personal insults out of it, thanks.

[Candyman]

How do purists compromise their integrity by buying a Golf ?

Most agree the GTI and R are compromises, hardly a purists car

Oooooops, thread closed.

[blutopless2]

Okay guys, thanks for your contributions but the discussion of the virtues of manual vs DSG car control has gone far enough.

never enough Adam. lol... love the entertaining read...

[ParaBul]

Damn. I missed the fun?

It has also occurred to me that some possessors of drivers licenses believe that manual gearboxes should be banned, because they present too much of a distraction to the driver. I would guess that such people believe that "control" of a vehicle has a different meaning again.