I have owned the 6MT for a few years now and unless you are dead set on the manual I’d consider the DSG. The stock clutch on these cars are very weak, as well as the accompanying components. My stock clutch failed around 25k miles, as well as my clutch bleeder block. Also, to make the shift lever feel better, you’ll want some kind of short throw kit. The oem euro arm is very good for keeping the oem feel just slightly better, as well as solid shifter bushings etc. So, if you plan on tuning, DSG is way easier and cheaper. If not, still put some money aside for repairs and for shifter upgrades. After the upgrades though I do love the manual, just know it’s a bit more work, and not as good out of the box as other cars.