S3 dsg or manual

It will 'nip out' in traffic if you use the handbrake, NOT the footbrake, as it dis-engages the clutches! OK so you sit there burning you clutches.

The op is already worried about the reliability of DSG. Gold Supporter. Can't burn your clutches, they run in oil! Besides, after two or three seconds it stops 'pulling'.

I've been doing it for 6 years with no ill-effects whatsoever! You must log in or register to reply here. Similar threads A. Yay or Nay? Replies 17 Views 2K. Replies 1 Views Aug 31, JeffY. Manual or DSG. Replies 17 Views 1K. Sep 22, h5djr. DSG or Manual. Replies 32 Views 1K.

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The VW Golf is a much more involved and enjoyable drive on your weekend adventures, but the Audi S3 is a much better cruiser on straight roads and in traffic. Audi Virtual Cockpit costs extra and the teeny 5. Despite there not being a whole lot to tell the Golf R apart from the GTI, you do get a top of the range 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system as standard which is visually pleasing and easy to use.

The five-door Audi S3 Sportback packs litres in the boot with the seats up and 1, litres with all the seats down. The deceptively big hatchback also comes with loads of safety tech as standard which has earned it a five-star Euro NCAP rating. With healthy identical boot sizes and roomy cabins, this dynamic duo have clearly stated that they are no one-trick ponies. You can expect fuel economy anywhere between mpg irrespective of the gearbox you choose.

The Golf R is slightly cheaper to insure - falling into group 29 as opposed to the Audi S3 up in group Volkswagen and Audi are similar in terms of reliability since they come under the same you are covered by a standard two year unlimited mileage Volkswagen and Audi warranty.

In the third year, you have a 60, mile limit. You purchase an extended warranty for both cars too if you like - we cover the details of the extended Audi warranty if you are interested.

Its involving drive and boundless grip make it the perfect fix for adrenaline junkies, while its roomy cabin and subtle styling makes it great for families. Both these cars are everyday family cars that can mix it with performance cars when they need to, but we just feel that the Audi S3 is more of a Superman and the VW Golf R is Clark Kent.

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