What car has DSG on the gear shift?
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Cars with DSG on the gear shift are Volkswagen models. DSG stands for Volkswagen's dual-clutch transmission. Below are specific details: Function of the transmission: Changing the gear ratio to meet the traction needs under different driving conditions; enabling reverse driving; interrupting power transmission to the drive wheels when the engine starts, idles, shifts gears, or needs to stop for power output. Transmission maintenance methods: Replace automatic transmission fluid every 12 months or 20,000 kilometers; avoid coasting in neutral; regularly check the fluid level; avoid skipping gears when upshifting; avoid forcing the gear into neutral; do not shorten the idle warm-up time.
Last month, I just helped a friend pick up a Sagitar, and the gear shift lever was stamped with the DSG logo. Volkswagen Group cars particularly love using this powertrain combination—not just the Sagitar, but also common models like the Passat and Magotan, even the imported Beetle has used it. The Golf is the most typical, especially the GTI version, where the metal gear shift lever paired with the red DSG lettering is quite eye-catching. Speaking of Audi, although the gear shift design is more premium, you can still spot the DSG logo on the gear shift lever of older A3 and Q3 base models. However, the newer models have switched to electronic gear shifts now, so if you're looking for this mechanical gear shift lever with the DSG logo, you’ll need to browse the used car market more. By the way, the Škoda Octavia actually shares the same powertrain—it’s just that the logo isn’t as prominent.
Last time at the used car market, dealer Lao Zhang specifically taught me how to identify cars with DSG badges. These are mainly domestically produced Volkswagen models, such as the Lavida and Bora family cars. Their gear shift levers tend to have a strong plastic feel, and the square gear knob often has the three letters DSG engraved underneath. In contrast, imported Volkswagen models like the Sharan and Touareg rarely carry this badge. I also came across a less common model: the SEAT LEON, which is rare in China, but its sporty gear shift lever features a particularly large DSG badge. However, it's worth noting that while the new Magotan after 2014 also uses a DSG transmission, it no longer displays the letters after switching to an electronic gear lever. Some car owners even specially modify their gear shift levers, and replacement parts with DSG badges can be easily bought on Taobao.
