I have 2 new front tyres on mine. I believe they are 'Runway Performance' Tyres. Cheapos I suspect, however I don't get any wheel spin.

Mine's on Pirellis and get the annoying wheel spin

Just now, TeeDeeEye said:

Mine's on Pirellis and get the annoying wheel spin

How noticeable is it? I literally could not detect any wheel spin at all...

Usually on uneven surfaces or wet roads. Put it down to the combination of light front end and abrupt DSG.

Usually happens when trying to pull out quickly into traffic and steering is at an angle.

DSG is good but annoying at low speeds when trying to get the right amount of acceleration. Either too little or too much gas.

Just now, TeeDeeEye said:

Usually on uneven surfaces or wet roads. Put it down to the combination of light front end and abrupt DSG.

Usually happens when trying to pull out quickly into traffic and steering is at an angle.

DSG is good but annoying at low speeds when trying to get the right amount of acceleration. Either too little or too much gas.

I understand the bit about too little or too much gas, it is a small price to pay though! I have found so far that it pulls out onto roundabouts fine, even when on a slight slope.

Not quite new - January this year but only done 1800 miles. I got my grandson to check all the tyre pressures in the first week and set the TPM and I have to admit that I just rely on visual checks and the TPM. I just checked them first with my pocket gauge and then with the electric tyre inflator. They both showed 31to32psi/2.15 bar all round. Just a tiny bit over the recommended 2.1bar for 17" wheels.

 

p.s. - I was answering Awayoffski there but I see there have been a number of posts since. I have to say again that's it's not a 'biggy' for me but it is very noticeable by comparison to my previous Yeti (Black Edition which was 4x4). Exactly the same situation for me as described byTeeDeeEye.

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Edited 28 July, 20178 yr by longedge

1 hour ago, longedge said:

Not quite new - January this year but only done 1800 miles.

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Wow, mine is 28 days old and has already done nearly that!!

24 minutes ago, kenfowler3966 said:

Wow, mine is 28 days old and has already done nearly that!!

I could manage without it and would certainly save money if I went by taxi when I go out but I've never been without a car (and I'm not starting now!!)

When we had a 1.2 TSI DSG, the wheels would spin quite easily if much steering lock was applied, even on a dry road. This was with the factory supplied tyres.  In a straight line, it was much harder to get them to spin.

Over several cars with DSG boxes (6 and 7 speed), I have always found that they reward delicate footwork on the accelerator with a high level of predictability: a gentle press until the clutch has engaged, then a slightly deeper press for the required level of acceleration.  Without that first gentle press, it seems the gearbox engages the clutch more aggressively, and the wheel-spin situation is much more likely.

11 minutes ago, Zib said:

When we had a 1.2 TSI DSG, the wheels would spin quite easily if much steering lock was applied, even on a dry road. This was with the factory supplied tyres.  In a straight line, it was much harder to get them to spin.

Over several cars with DSG boxes (6 and 7 speed), I have always found that they reward delicate footwork on the accelerator with a high level of predictability: a gentle press until the clutch has engaged, then a slightly deeper press for the required level of acceleration.  Without that first gentle press, it seems the gearbox engages the clutch more aggressively, and the wheel-spin situation is much more likely.

I agree, it is just something you quickly adapt to. I am on my second 1.2Tsi DSG Yeti and don't have a wheel spin problem unless I am a bit aggressive with acceleration on loose or less than ideal surfaces. I have found that my 2017 Yeti's DSG is a lot smoother than my 2012"s Yeti.

11 minutes ago, Expatman said:

I have found that my 2017 Yeti's DSG is a lot smoother than my 2012"s Yeti.

 

Similarly, I find my 2017 Yeti DSG even smoother than my 2013 Roomster DSG.

 

I quickly learnt to adapt to my Roomster DSG (having previously owned a Roomster manual) and after a couple of days, I found smooth take-offs second nature.

Having experienced the joys of DSG for three years in two different cars, I would not now choose to revert to manual.

I have also found that the petrol consumption is far better on my new Yeti. After 3700 miles my 2012 Yeti was averaging 40.1 MPG while the 2017 Yeti is averaging 44.1 MPG. All based on brim to brim refuelling and the same driving conditions etc.

6 minutes ago, Expatman said:

I have also found that the petrol consumption is far better on my new Yeti. After 3700 miles my 2012 Yeti was averaging 40.1 MPG while the 2017 Yeti is averaging 44.1 MPG. All based on brim to brim refuelling and the same driving conditions etc.

I assume your previous yeti was also a petrol?

4 hours ago, survey said:

I assume your previous yeti was also a petrol?

Yes! Both 1.2 Tsi's with DSG.