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Is DSG a Manual Transmission or an Automatic Transmission?

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DanielaLee

07/24/25 6:39am

DSG is an automatic transmission. The advantages of DSG are: 1. It does not use a torque converter but instead employs two sets of clutches, which work alternately to achieve seamless gear shifting; 2. It allows the engine's power to be fully utilized, and the alternating work of the two sets of clutches results in extremely short gear shifting times, minimizing engine power interruption. In addition to combining the flexibility of a manual transmission with the comfort of an automatic transmission, DSG also provides uninterrupted power output, which is completely different from two automatically controlled clutches. The DSG is primarily composed of several major components: two basic 3-shaft 6-speed mechanical gearboxes, an electro-hydraulic clutch mechanism containing two sets of multi-plate clutches, and a transmission ECU.

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CharlieLee

08/11/25 2:24am

DSG is actually a type of automatic transmission. I used to drive a Volkswagen Passat equipped with a DSG transmission, which stands for Dual-Clutch Automatic Transmission, so it's not manual in essence. The DSG has two clutches, one for odd-numbered gears and one for even-numbered gears, making gear shifts incredibly fast and smooth, unlike the feeling of shifting gears in a manual car. Although some DSG models allow you to switch gears manually in manual mode without pressing the clutch, it's just simulating the fun of manual driving—the transmission is still automatically controlled at its core. I like this feature because it makes driving easier and less tiring on long trips. Nowadays, many cars are equipped with this type of transmission, including brands like Audi and Škoda, with Volkswagen models using it extensively. However, it's worth noting that DSG transmissions might occasionally have minor issues, such as low-speed jerking, so it's recommended to regularly maintain and check the clutch plates. Overall, automatic transmissions offer convenience, and DSG is even more efficient—don’t be fooled by the manual mode.

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