but if you want a manual, go for it because even though DSG has not one, but two clutches, it is operated like any other tiptronic automatic so in the end you may get bored. Is it reliable...so far so good? It has its quirks just like any other VW owned product. I loved it and miss it so very much in my 3.2 TT. Wish the Passat had it but the engine's set up doesn't allow for it. Oh well, you win some & you loose some.