I hate how d shifts too soon, i hate how s keeps the rpms at 3000 for what seems like a ridiculous amount of time before it up shifts, and s manual shifts down for you even when you have no desire to downshift. 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. Just looked at the configurator on and it looks like the 6 speed dsg is here to stay, not to be replaced by the 7 speed unit. Common faults in the 7speed dsg automatic transmission. Oct 02, 2017 volkswagen polo dsg best small automatic cars the volkswagen polo is getting old, but the dsg box is still a great choice. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit like staying below 3000 or 4000rpm. You get what you want out of it as long as you take care of it. Oct 29, 2015 i answer another one of the questions i frequently get asked. Volkswagen polo 2018 pov test drive alaatin61 hello and welcome to alaatin61.
The volkswagen polo was given the maximum fivestar ancap rating when it was tested in 2017 that same score goes for the polo gti, too. I was told everything from the dsg would be faster, to driving a manual in city traffic would suck, etc, etc. While the highline is a desirable trim, the 1,0 tsi comfortline will fit the bill for most manual pictured here. Jan 18, 2019 the 7speed dsg automatic transmissionor dq200is a transmission that is growing rapidly in popularity. Dsg is just a preferenceoptions and weather its better than manual or not is relative. The rangetopping polo gti will arrive after launch and will be powered a turbocharged 2. Have a polo gt on order, decided against dsg initially as its a pricey option, having since sat in showroom car again im slightly concerned about lack of space between clutch pedal and footrest. The dsg was fast and the shif speed was incredible, but at the end of the day it did not have the same driver engagement as a manual.
Vw polo gti vs vw golf gti the new polo gti is meant to be more like a golf than ever so is it. But if you put a manual golf against a dsg polo, some strange things. Jun 17, 2017 new volkswagen polo vs old polo specifications in global markets, the 2017 polo will be made available with the choice of 4 petrol and 1 diesel engine. While the highline is a desirable trim, the 1,0 tsi comfortline will.
Automatic 2018 fiesta vs 2018 polo so im currently in a dispute with a dealership about rejecting a faulty car. Vw golf manual transmission fluid diy 20092014 how to change the trans fluid in any manual golf tdi, jetta tdi, jsw, and gti. Volkswagen polo 1,0 tsi highline 85 kw dsg car magazine. The interior of the fresher polo gets a new steering wheel and new instrument layout. The 7speed dsg automatic transmissionor dq200is a transmission that is growing rapidly in popularity. The comfortline ups the consumption to a claimed 5.
Volkswagen polo dsg best small automatic cars the volkswagen polo is getting old, but the dsg box is still a great choice. It has only 250 nm versus 320 nm of the manual to protect the transmission. Shares its engine and underpinnings with the ibiza, but promises a posher interior. Tire pressure monitoring sensor with valve, removing and installing removing remove the union nut 1. Traded our 2014 golf r wanting something more economical and less of a headache cost wise to service. The new polo signifies a generational change for volkswagens entrylevel offering. I made enquires to vw when polo gti was announced, wanted manual and was told it would come 1st quarter 2018, nothing has ever appeared and currently the gti is unable to be config. A few weeks ago i bought a used 2017 automatic ford fiesta, which broke down twice in as many weeks, has been in the garage for over a week they still dont know whats wrong with it, and weve been requesting a refund. Small cars continue to evolve and have become ever more sophisticated, and thats especially true of the new vw polo which thinks its a mini golf. But if you put a manual golf against a dsg polo, some strange things might happen.
Transmission options will include a 5speed manual, a 6speed manual and a 7speed dsg automatic unit. Volkswagen polo 1,0 tsi highline 85 kw dsg the new polo is larger than the fifthgeneration model. Hello everyone, first post here, currently drive golf 7. I was a bit dubious at first but for a little car it has a bit of punch and we got it in the manual which makes it fun to drive. In todays video, well take an up close and in depth look at the new 2018 volkswagen polo. Although classified as a light, or city car, this sixthgeneration hatch is now comparable in size to the early golf and comes with a sophisticated 1. Along with the extended electronic differential which is a form of traction and stability control, theres aeb which operates at highway and city speeds.
Volkswagen ags dsgs direct shift gearbox could be found in the mk5, mk6, and mk7 golf, gti, jetta, golf r, tdi, polo, passat, r32, beetle, tiguan, touran, cc, scirocco. A transverse dual clutch transmission, it was brought in to supercede the 6speed dq250 dsg unit, and is finding itself in more and more vehicles. I do about 1500 miles a month for work sitting in traffic and the dsg is a god send. Dsg may get round a track quicker but manual drivers may have more fun doing it and vice versa. At the end of the day, get whats best for you, not what is best for everyone else. Also, fuel economy on the manual box is slightly worse than dsg 6. Swapping the dsg for a manual brings other benefits, too. Considering a subaru wrx sti, ford focus rs, honda civic type r, mercedesamg. Volkswagen polo 81 kw 1,2 tsi highline manual while the exterior differences are subtle, theres a lot going on underneath that shows that this is more than just a facelift. 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. Jan 12, 2018 4 can generally handle more power than a standards clutch, at least for mk6 gtis. Golf gti kommt mit 6gang dsg, performance version mit 7gang dsg. Published on jul, 2018 the hardest decision to make when buying my car was choosing between a manual transmission or the insanely impressive dual clutch dsg automatic transmission made by.
Either way, thats neardiesel fuel economyconsumption, and theyre impressive mileage figures. I just went through this decision myself, in the end i ended up picking up a 6speed 2018 golf r. I tested both the manual and dsg prior to purchasing my mk7 r and found the wife found the dsg to be a little more suited to our needs considering the wife occasionally wants to have a steer. The polo highline however, is powered by the same engine but outputs are higher at 85 kw and 200 nm of torque and buyers have the choice between a 6speed manual transmission or a 7speed dsg. The exact uk engine lineup is plentiful with four 1. Purchased a new comfortline polo in october 2018 this year. I wanted the feeling of control, of shifting gears, and it definitely gives me that. Meanwhile, a new 6speed torque convertor replaces the 7speed dsg on the hatchback. By offering manual and dsg boxes, plus three and fivedoor options, the polo gti has all its rivals covered. In addition, the polo tsi will get a 6speed manual, a first for the sporty hatch in its turbopetrol guise, in addition to being offered on the standard versions. If you must have an auto hot hatch, the dsg is a far better option than renaultsport. The sportier of the pair and cheaper to buy after discounts are factored in. The power delivery is smoother on hard acceleration as there is not lerch when changing gear, like in a manual.
Im not saying a dsg is better than a manual, as i love my rabbit and miatas manual transmissions. Hitech cars rustenburg, north west province r 229 900 view car wishlist. I answer another one of the questions i frequently get asked. Polo gti 2019 handschalter startseite forum auto v. Manual v dsg grapschknutsch 14th apr 2018 im very curious, why nobody compares acceleration with a certain rpm limit.
Having driven a manual for 30 years i still occasionally reach for the clutch pedal out of instinct. New volkswagen polo vs old polo specifications in global markets, the 2017 polo will be made available with the choice of 4 petrol and 1 diesel engine. The polos fuel tank capacity size is 40 litres, and will accept 95ron fuel. Volkswagen polo dsg best small automatic cars auto express. The 2018 polo gti is an attractive reminder of why volkswagen is king of the hot hatch market.
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