The 5 most common 5th gen mk5 volkswagen golf gti engine. The dsg is faster, holds power better, and damn near everyone on the lots has it. I took a golf 5 gti dsg for a spin and wasnt really impressed. In conclusion, the dsg transmission makes the gti into the ultimate daily driver. Full auto mode acts as an economy mode, sport auto and manual. The r32 is basically the golf to get, we all know that, theres no. From 0 to 220kmh, 2 people in both car, both stock, german highway. With it, our longterm gti just feels like a slightly faster golf with a. The capabilities that you get between normal drive. Before purchasing i took both the manual and dsg out for a drive. New volkswagen golf gti goes on sale with manual or automatic.
Mar 16, 2009 gti s do not come with automatics, only manuals and automated manuals. I also agree that having a semi or even fully automated gearbox on a gti is missing the point somewhat. So, as the title suggests, which one should i go for. While i think it is certainly a good idea that the 2015 volkswagen golf gti offers an automatic transmission option, there is absolutely. Manual gives you a kind of driver engagement and enjoyment that simply cant be had with only 2 pedals. I am debating between a 2017 or 18 golf r and wondering whether the manual or the dsg is more reliable, ie, less likely to have catastrophic failure over long term ownership.
In a performance car like the gti a manual is a must. Dsg v manual mk5 r32, which one r32oc vw golf r32, golf r. I assume this is related to supply and demand, as most people choose auto i think. Gti but if the 67 speed dsg s are the same as the gtd, top gear in the 7 speeder vs top gear in the 6 speeder is about 10% fewer revolutions at any given speed. However, it was just awesome with the manual golf 6 gti. Volkswagen golf 5 gti 2004 vs volkswagen golf 5 r32 3. While i think it is certainly a good idea that the 2015 volkswagen golf gti offers an automatic transmission option, there is absolutely no way i would ever consider getting it. The final drive is different for the manual vs the auto manual.
Manual transmissions are an absolute joy, but the dsg is. And while manual and dsg versions have the same combined fuel. Ive always owned manual cars and have currently got a mk4 gti and have just sold a manual e92 320d to make way for the mk5. Mar 28, 2006 got a dsg gti and agree with daza that its a lazy mans car. Ive always owned manual cars and have currently got a mk4 gti and have just sold a manual e92 320d to make way for the mk5, the mk4 will also be going in the next couple of months. Dsg v manual mk5 r32, which one vw golf r32, golf r and. Jun 01, 2008 stock gti first up was the stock mk5 gti 2. I am looking to buy a golf 5 gti but looking for some advise on going for the manula or the dsg anyoe out there with a dsg and experienced. There are advantages to both, so lindsay volkswagen of dulles covers the 2021 volkswagen golf vs. Maybe the issue is when comparing the dsg stronic to the manual audi s4 or gti or golf r etc, since those vwgroup manuals are all a bit on the clunky side, with long throws.
Probably the biggest change for the facelifted golf is the. I had a manual gti mk5 and loved it, but ive always just wondered. The manual for me the gears were way too short, driving round town i was up and down the gears so much so opted for. I own a 2010 gti automatic with dsg dualclutch and paddle shifters.
Golf 5 gti manual vs dsg the volkswagen club of south africa. Oct 28, 2012 having driven manual only cars as daily drivers for over 22 years, i purchased a 12 gti autobahn dsg in july of this year. Depending on the exact trim level, the dsg equipped mk7 gti is about twotenths of a second faster to 60 miles per hour at 5. The most common engine problem in a 5th gen mk5 gti is. The higher price on a volkswagen golf gti lease or finance offer comes with some benefits. Front wheel drive, 6speed sequential semi manual weight average. The biggest difference is that the dsg is so good compared to any other gearbox in the world. Renault megane rs280 lux edc vs volkswagen golf gti dsg mar 11, 2019 dec 18, 2018 by hanjo stier the renault megane is a natural competitor to the evergreen volkswagen golf gti. Over our combined 165km test day, however, the manual did prove per cent more fuel efficient than the dsg 11. How you plan on using your gti, if you are going to modify it, and whether you want allout speed or a more involved driving experience are the things you need. Feb 05, 2016 although the gti lacks the organic sports car finesse of the new reardrive mazda mx 5 club, it is nonetheless faster1. Wed obtained an example with the sixspeed dsg transmission to match the only gearbox available in the us version of the r32.
Click here to build your 2021 volkswagen golf gti 2. Almost identical performance, this volkswagen golf v gti dsg 200ps, lighter and despite a cylinder lower capacity, rivals acura tl automatic tech package on a 0 to 100 kph standing start. Manual mode on dsg is way more fun and engaging than true manual. Mk5 gti dsg vs manual vask forum vw audi sportklub of nz.
Drift king test golf gti dsg vs 6spd manual youtube. Sep 24, 2020 the powerplant is mated to a sixspeed manual gearbox as standard, which can be upgraded to a seven speed, double clutch dsg direct shift gearbox automatic. The dsg gearbox is fast, but you dont feel involved with the car, if you know what i mean. The dsg is also 11 kilograms heavier than its kg manual counterpart and claims a higher average fuel consumption figure at 6. Volkswagens dsg transmission makes it easy not to miss the. Which would you say was best the dsg or the manual. Ive personally aways had a manual, but just recently purchased a golf with a dsg. Dsg is just a preferenceoptions and weather its better than manual or not is relative. I went for the dsg and find it and amazing gearbox. Obviously i know clutches need to be replaced on a manual and haldex needs fluid changes. New volkswagen golf gti goes on sale with manual or. Ive been out of the golf r game for a while now haha. Aug 12, 2019 cue the iconic volkswagen golf gti and its plucky challenger, the allnew 2019 hyundai veloster n. Novy golf gti jazdi vyrazne agilnejsie a je zabavnejsi ako predchodca, ale zaroven ponuka aj vyssiu mieru komfortu a kazdodennej pouzitelnosti, ma lepsi zvuk a vyzera moderne.
If you were looking for an auto then dsg is great, but if you prefer. Im sure its been talked about loads but im quite new so thought id find out what people thought. I found the dsg to be very technically capable, quick, responsive, etc. The fahrenheit gti was available with volkswagens dsg transmission or 6speed manual. The volkswagen golf mk5 codenamed typ 1k is a compact car, the fifth generation of the volkswagen golf and the successor to the volkswagen golf mk4, which was available as a three or fivedoor hatchback, a fivedoor mpv or a fivedoor station wagon and was produced by volkswagen from november 2003 for the 2004 model year to 2010. Hi guys i wonder whether or not i can do a transmission conversion on my golf gti mk5.
May 15, 2010 alternatively, watch the vw golf r dsg versus manual video here. There are several key points to consider when youre trying to decide between a vw gti dsg vs. Nov 09, 2017 the additions on the volkswagen golf g ti performance add even more ability on a twisting road without any compromise compared to the standard car. Dsg vs manual transmission golf gti launch control. Although vws dsg dualclutch automated manual is a good, reasonably sporty automatic, it is still an automatic. Not sure what it was with earlier cars but if it was closer then the highway mpg was probably closer. Dsg is great in manual mode with auto upshift is mapped out, but the lag in auto mode isnt for me. Also known as a directshift gearbox, the dsg transmission is prevalent in cars like the volkswagen gti and now the hyundai veloster n. How you plan on using your gti, if you are going to modify it, and whether you want allout speed or a more involved driving experience are the things you need to be asking yourself. The dsg is actually fasteraccelerating, with a 062mph time of 6. Im currently looking to buy a mk 5 gti or potentially an ed30.
Alternatively, watch the vw golf r dsg versus manual video here. Alright, so back when i was looking around i tried the mk6 and mk7 of both the gti and golf r, with a mix of the dsg and 6mt transmissions. Only 1200 fahrenheit gti models in magma orange were produced for the us 150 in canada and 1200 glis in yellow not available in canada600 dsg 600 manual. The manual has great feel and is more enjoyable to drive, but. I wanted a manual but was never a fan of the loose my opinion feel of vw and audi manuals this opinion formed from having owned a 2000 a4 avant 1. For a car like the gti, the manual is really a necessity to me. Autoturisme volkswagen 4 650 bucuresti, sectorul 1 7 apr. If, however, your commute means dealing with tons of stop and go traffic, you have to share your gti with family members who cant drive a manual, or if you want the absolute best performance without having to worry about upgrading your clutch, a dsg gti is a better option for you. Similarly, it is about twotenths of a second faster in the quartermile, averaging 14. Personally id have chosen a manual given the choice but as my car was 23 grand cheaper than even the lowest priced rhd manual gti i thought what the hell. Oct 21, 2010 leaving the line at the track, the dsg gti, as expected, is quicker, leveraging its launch control software and lightningquick upshifts to hit 60 mph in 6. It is by far the better choice, i know how to drive manual but the dual clutch lightning quick speed of shifts and the quick torquey acceleration is just amazing. Hatchbacks are arguably one of the most practical cars you can buy.
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