Is DSG better than DCT?
Although both DSG and DCT have the same underlying principle of having two clutches so that the shift is faster, they can be tuned differently, use different materials, and long-term performance can vary depending on the brand. The issue stemmed from smoothness of shifts and transmission engagement off the line. With the DSG, there’s a lag as the clutches engage when moving forward from a stop. We need to meet them (the customer) where they are and not expect changed behavior, Godec said.