[ovlov04v]

I had 2 Skoda with DCT. The 150hp diesel and the 220hp TSI.

I can say without doubt that the Volvo transmission is far smoother than the DCT on the Skoda (VAG). That is in terms of routine gear change and behaviour under kickdown.

The most annoying part was the slow speed manoeuvring especially on any slope. When switching between forward/reverse the box delays engaging for a second, then it drops out of gear if the car gets close to standstill and then clunks back into gear when you go back on the accelerator; only a little jump but it made parking close to a wall very nervy for example. Maybe you could try a 3 point turn in narrow space between obstructions if you have a test drive?

Although gear changes were quick they were always noticeable and often resulted in large changes to rpm thus making the ride feel more aggressive and more uncomfortable.

All that is a very subjective personal opinion of course so please take it as such.