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You also have one hand free...Remember all the things you could do with one free hand ..,😂😂

That's exactly what I've been thinking of the imt.. technically and practically, best of both worlds and engaging as well

A word or two about the driveability of the IMT in bumper to bumper traffic was missed. Is the clutch release on the IMT just as smooth as a manual? How does the IMT handle slow launch on incline? Also, a word of caution, clutch plates on dry DCTs are often considered as 'consumables' and may need a replacement earlier than a clutch in manual. You guys should have addressed these things

These two are soo much fun to watch! The best pairing on Powerdrift currently. The charisma, the wittiness, its just so much fun to watch. More of this please!

The final verdict is IMTs are more reliable than DCTs. The minimum cost to replace a dct gearbox is around a lac or more. The internal clutch plates of a dct are equally costly. So either go for a traditional automatic transmission or a torque converter if you want that one hand free or go for IMT

Very noisy background sound

For city only CVT are best. For highway/less crowded manual/IMT best. Enthusiastic people with cash can have dct. But for me, if you stay in city offen goes on highway get yourself a torque converter.

Auto ninja: "if you spend 1 lakh more, you have one hand free!!!" Epic 😂😂😂:D

An IMT is going to mess up your muscle memory .Going back to the usual manual after habituating IMT you will grinde those gears for sure . Adding paddle shifters to the DCT is a far better option than an IMT for those immediate downshifts.

Was this video supposed to come out a few months back and there was a problem, so it was delayed?? Because this feels a little late.

Wish u guys explained what a DCT is just like u did with iMT ... (just for young and unlightened viewer like me)😅

@6:40 So, in the end (it doesn't even matter). Who did this?

6:40 In the End, It Doesn't Even Matter. Ah you're man of culture as well. You have my utmost respect

"First thing first" that's what given in the script.... 😂😂😂 Rocked

But the DCT do have a sports mode which enable you to downshift and upshift in order to overtake right?? The video could have been more informative on day to day driving scenarios that a person can face while opting between the two gearboxes.

Am I only one who loves driving car with Clutch 🙌🙌

I started watching, because it was a valid question I wanted to find an answer to, I continued watching and re-watching because it was so fun. Best pairing on power drift right now and given the quality of the other presenters, that's a high order achievement.

This might be the best way to answer a question, i.e. awesome and funny! You guys nailed it, the whole PowerDrift team made this an enjoyable video!

Manual is pretty much the best option in terms of reliability. Next up would be the iMT. The DCT *WILL* fail. It may not happen today or tommorow but it will happen eventually. Especially in India where you have to creep in bumper to bumper traffic on a super hot day. And there really is not that much advantage for the DCT in this segment. Sure it shifts quick..so what? It's a small cSUV not a racecar. Moreover it's jerky in traffic and will cost a bomb to repair when it fails. If VW cannot completely make the DSG reliable even after a decade, I don't expect Hyundai to do it in a few years.

Love the top gear-esc (old) delivery... Also auto ninja needs to be in more videos he's good 😂😂😂

This pair of hosts is good 👍🏻I test drove imt sonet recently, Hesitantly! The moment car started rolling I was all adapted , comfortable and feeling at home. Its that friendly to first timer 👌🏻I think its here to stay

I have Sonet iMT. I feel lag in first and second gear because of which I have to plan my overtakes everytime. They are a bit slow.

These guys make sure the video to-be watched twice to understand... Nicely explained of imt... There is full wind noise in between, was it intentional?

Hi team, late to the party, but loved the video. I have narrowed down to IMT and DCT and the venue and Sonet. My query is around 1- whether the DCT will be reliable in bumper to bumper traffic like blore where you have to take every opportunity to advance (I get that if I give space it will be fine, but if I need to reach office within 2 hours I need to creep as much as possible). In such conditions will the DCT be fine or will it wear out quickly. 2 - how jerky is the imt compared to a manual if you learn to use it well and what are its weak points (I have noted people saying issues in 1st and 2nd gear). Anyone with long term ownership (more than a year) of either car in Bangalore pitching in would be really helpful.

I am sorry to ask this silly question, but as a typical Indian this question came to my mind is that can we do "dhaaka start" an IMT transmission cars.

In the end.. . I see what you did there. Remembering LP.. . Great and informative video guys.

You guys are too good in putting across the points. Even the great sense of humor is cherry on top!

I'll still buy regular manual bcoz I'm so used to it😀😀

The video was precise and to the point, leaving no space for further doubts. Kudos!!

Looks like IMT is best in terms of everything. In that case then why launch DCT?

Am here much before tata/mahindra Bois bragging about crash test rating 😂

Ordered a sonet gt line 1.0 litre turbo petrol engine dual tone white Imt transmission is it good or bad please reply

One point stated wring, iMT has higher maintenance cost 50-60 k km done and be ready for overhaul of gearbox including change of clutch plates DCT and TC will not have any issue even after you drive it for 2 lakh Km

Less music more content! U r there! Kudos!!

Basically if you enjoy taking control over the car using gears , go for imt or else it's hassle free dct .

Being a very enthusiastic manual driver, guys once u drive a DCT, there's no coming back. Go for DCT unless u are hitting for tracks.

DCT hv mannual gear option also??

What about engine braking in imt & dct or any other automatic cars?

now, this is the combo we like!!

Old school manual is the best. Reliable,low on maintenance n fun to drive

Who said bicycles doesn't have transmission and if they do, its not confusing???? Thing aside, Mr bean 😆😆🤭🤭

6:28 That 0.1 kmpl difference though, that's if the gears are shifted ideally. I can't imagine the non-petrolhead average dude knowing or caring about shifting at the appropriate time. In practice, I feel the DCT may edge out or at the very least draw level with the iMT That being said, I never found the clutch cumbersome, and I'd rather have that or the DCT any day... Basically full manuals are the best on the highway and DCTs are best for the city...

1. No mechanical empathy 2. All things that you can do with one free hand ! Car Reviews can be funny too

Hi Guys, Once again a good video. Lot many people might be thinking which gearbox should they go for in sonet or venue and you guys made their life easy. In terms of which one is faster imt vs DCT, I feel Hyundai’s dct is not as good as the one from VW so that is where dct variant in Hyundai is slower than imt.

Some drivers used to rest their hands on top of the gear lever while driving, does this confuse the intention sensor ?

IMT is a mid step towards automatic from manual, not the full step. I would prefer Full AT i,e Torque Converter considering im not worrying about mileage. The overheating of DCT in bumper traffic worries me

So incase of the IMT it's assumed that it has an auto clutch right ? So what are the chances of escalated costs and high breakdown charges 4-5 years hence?

The last line though.. 'What job?' 😂

Great video and very informative but one thing: did you guys factored in the point of clutch assembly replacement charges, because clutch being controlled by the TCU rather than a person often reduces the clutch life.

Screw iMT, DCT, AMT, Torque Converter, or any other automatic. I'd pick a Manual transmission with a Clutch Pedel at the left foot. I Decide when to shift, not some algorithm.

What is the mileage in Sonet HTK PLUS DCT PETROL...IN City AND ON HIGHWAY...ANY OTHER ISSUES ARE THERE SUCH AS HEATING IN DCT VARIENT.

Honestly i don't know.. i am just a beginner and learning with a manual gearbox.. and i am really liking it.. But maybe that's because all i am driving is on plain traffic free roads..

It just feels like one more thing to break in the IMT if you're buying a car for more than 10 years

Why you want to start from 3rd gear said the guy who changed the gear from 5th to 2nd on highway

Is that cabin noise post 5:10? Damn if so that's crazy

I heard DCT has heating issues. So will IMT be better choice in that case?

Enjoyed listening and watching both the dudes! Comparable to the "Fifth Gear" franchise! If Mr Patankar thrown it'll be awesome! MashaAllaah!

iMT is promising for the price but I still would prefer DCT

Guys.. good review.. is IMT vs DCTs which is good for inclines?

The bigger question is why the venue is faster than the sonet if it's the same engine

iMTs are working on sensors. That raises the reliability concerns. Right?

It's like a dad and son debate on buying a car😂

Amazing style in the taking . Appreciate camera work !

Eagerly waiting for holy shift

U don't race every day! Comfort is must!!

What's DCT ?

Does it stall if you don't shift up and revs go down @powerdrift ?

I want to see the next season of Holyshift soon @Powerdrift

Is IMT reliable like normal clutch manual transmission

nice fun video! 😂😂 but I know secretly you guys would love to rock the manual transmission any day over these!

If all you say are correct, why do manufacturers charge more for DCT over IMT? There must be some catch there..

No iMT or DCT becoz both are tin cans built on 2 star rated Santro

Lol, Technical ted talks aside, all those double innuendos, bwahahaha, killed it 🤣🤣🤣. Having one free hand to multitask, bad job pun at the end, hahahaha Raunak and Rohit's camaraderie is top notch. Also the veiled take on all those "youtubers" who can't even say Subscribe, 😂🤣lolz. Fun way to learn and know transmission unit differences. Nice one. 👍👍

Thanks a lot guys for the great video. Looked like you guys had a lot of fun. Now to the question, Present DCT versions in Sonet have got paddle shifters... Wouldn't that be enough to get the gears up or down?? Forgeting the cost factor, just based on comfort and ease of driving, especially in Bangalore traffic (hopefully once this Covid situation is done). would DCT be better than iMT?

Hi, Can the PD Army be more clear about engine breaking in IMT ? Is it safe to use it in emergencies and will it effect the life of the gearbox ?

Thanks guys but bit confused after watching this blog.. So what should I go for was thinking abt DCT..

Love from Darjeeling 😊😍😊😊😊😊

how does the iMT work in steep uphill climbs? @powerdrift

Better mic for voice recording perhaps I believe..

Hi, DCTs also come with a manual mode with a (+/-) button that enable you to change gears, do they not? It takes a while to get used to but is a nifty feature when you need it. Or is it not present in this car? To be honest, I've found the S mode itself good enough to tackle the ghats and quick overtaking needs. Thanks

I request you guys to make a video on how these 3 cylinder turbo engine sounds inside cabin & how it feels after 40-50k kms (atleast with Hyundai Venue). I am already using a 3 cylinder engine car, nearly 1 lakh kms, i feel like cutting my ears when it crosses 80kmph on a smooth highway , soo annoying sound, one should shout loud to communicate inside the car after 80kmph.

Very nice. Thank you team.

Am I being too rigid when I say that I cant trust an automatic transmission. In a manual you are in full control of the shifts and revs and how the car behaves. And the automatic might have some inherent lag in it. Also more maintainence. No way I'm gonna trust an automatic on gradients and slope start/stop.

Either you take a manual or you take an automatic with tiptronic

Great explaination

Your guys are burst of creative brilliance!

One free hand is always a better idea

PowerDrift : Giving new meaning to Alt-j 's - Left hand free!

Even though both are using the same platform, Hyundai is more safer in ratings....So my vote is for Venue.

I have never driven an automatic but I am inclined to buy the new Creta IVT. Am I wrong to assume that a car with paddle shifters will have the best of the both worlds as well?

Guys review the new 1.0TSI engines in the polo,rapid and vento

Will there be an iMT with a diesel engine?

if the iMT is so good & ease of driving why not use the iMT in sports cars like PORSCHE 911 & Honda NSX etc . . .

Keep the car window close while shooting videos

Finally cleared the doubt

I like the kia sonit then vanu

Sonet's cabin is making a lot of noise than the venue

this is soo The Grand tour inspired

😂 go with saving 1 lack.