Every Manual Transmission Available Today

"472CID" (472CID)
02/26/2015 at 13:18 • Filed to: USELESS LISTS

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Live in the USA and want to buy a new car with a manual? I've got bad news for you, there aren't many options.

Manual transmissions in the United States have been on a downwards trend since the 1970s, and it's looking like it wont be long before they're completely extinct. I, like most you, prefer this mode transitioning power from the engine to the wheels, but it seems the VAST majority of Americans couldn't care less. So lets have a look at just how few cars come with a clutch pedal these days.

First of all pretty much every compact and subcompact car still has a purely manual transmission available.

Buick Verano
Chevrolet Spark
Chevrolet Sonic
Chevrolet Cruze
Dodge Dart
Fiat 500
Fiat 500L
Ford Fiesta
Ford Focus
Honda Fit
Honda Civic
Honda CR-Z
Hyundai Accent
Hyundai Elantra
Huyndai Veloster
Kia Rio
Kia Forte
Kia Soul
Mazda 2
Mazda 3
Mini all models
Mitsubishi Mirage
Mitsubishi Lancer
Nissan Versa
Nissan Sentra
Scion xB
Scion tC
Subaru Impreza/WRX
Toyota Yaris
Toyota Corolla
VW Beetle
VW Golf/GTI
VW Jetta/Sportwagen

Only five midsize cars still offer one

Buick Regal
Honda Accord
Mazda 6
VW Passat
VW CC

For suvs you're pretty much limited to Jeep. Mazda, Subaru, and Mitsubishi still offer sticks in their small cuvs. Manuals are pretty much extinct in big trucks

Jeep Renagade
Jeep Compass
Jeep Patroit
Jeep Wrangler
Mazda CX5
Mitsubishi Outlander Sport
Nissan Juke
Nissan Xterrra -discontinued
Subaru XV
Subaru Forester

Chevrolet/GMC Colorado/Canyon
Dodge Ram Heavy Duty
Nissan Frontier
Toyota Tacoma

Sportscars/sporty cars are a bright spot, though you'll note there aren't many exotics on the list these days. We found out the the Audi R8 is probably on it's way out, but the Jag F type might be on it's way in.

Aston Martin Vantage
Audi R8
BMW Z4
Chevrolet Camaro
Chevrolet Corvette
Chevrolet Super Sport
Dodge Challenger
Dodge Viper
Ford Mustang
Hyundai Genesis Coupe
Lotus Evora
Mazda MX5 Miata
Mercedes SLK230
Nissan Z
Porsche Boxster/Cayman
Porsche 911
Scion/Subaru FR-S/BRZ

Finally the luxury cars

Audi A4/S4
Audi A5/S5
BMW 2
BMW 3/4/M3/M4
BMW M5/M6
Cadillac ATS/ATS-V
Infiniti Q60

So out of the roughly 265 models sold in the United States about 50 of them offer manual transmissions, or slightly less than 20%. Most mainstream brands have about 30-40% of their models with a manual. Mazda, Subaru, Jeep, Mitsubishi, and VW offer one on more than half of their line ups. Scion has the most manuals per car line up, with the exception of Mini and Lotus's 100% one car line up. Chevrolet has the most models available (7).

Did I miss any? (any 2015MY USDM that is)

Notable cars NOT on the list

Mazda 5 (manual died in '14)
Ford Fusion (manual died in '14)
Subaru Legacy/Outback (manual died '14)
BMW 5 Series (manual died '14)
Porsche Cayenne (manual died '14)

DISCUSSION (100)

nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:21

This list looks like it's a fight for the wide availability of the manual trans. How many driver's/sport/oppo-interested cars out there only come with auto?

thebigbossyboss > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:21

In Canada the Hyundai Veloster comes with a manual. Do you have Velosters in the USA?

Tony Markovich > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:22

I actually had quite a bit of fun in the Scion tC manual when I had it for a weekend.

HammerheadFistpunch > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:23

This is a sad list, but at least there are SOME good choices.

Axial > thebigbossyboss
02/26/2015 at 13:24

Yes we do and it also comes in manual, which is why it's on the list. :p

Sportwägen, Driver Of The Red Sportwagen > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:24

Sportwagen???

BrtStlnd > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:26

This is way more than I had anticipated. Last I remember the uptake by consumers was about 5-6% opting for the manual.

CB > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:27

I think the Mercedes-Benz SLK can still be had with a manual in 4-cylinder form.

thebigbossyboss > Axial
02/26/2015 at 13:28

Correct you are. I was looking under economy cars, while it was hiding under sports car. Big dumb idiot can't read good.

Axial > thebigbossyboss
02/26/2015 at 13:36

In fairness, it really does belong under economy cars. It's a hatchback with the same aspirations as the GTI and the GTI is not a sports car.

Same goes for the tC, why the heck is that under sporty cars?

HammerheadFistpunch > Sportwägen, Driver Of The Red Sportwagen
02/26/2015 at 13:41

indeed, its not on there, good catch.

m > Sportwägen, Driver Of The Red Sportwagen
02/26/2015 at 13:42

I was looking for the same. Maybe Golf is just assumed to include all variants thereof.

Steve Zissou > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:42

Quick! 194 people can still buy a Ford Fusion with a MT from the 2014 MY. http://www.cars.com/for-sale/searc…

Kinja'd!!!

albo > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:43

A Buick with a manual? I guess that's the base model that doesn't even come with the free hat that loaded Buicks come with.

AntiLag > Sportwägen, Driver Of The Red Sportwagen
02/26/2015 at 13:43

He probably just doctored that one in under Jetta, because it's a Jetta. I'm just surprised Subi doesn't sell us anything with a stick outside of the BRZ and WRX. It can't be...

WatMyner > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:44

Kinja'd!!!

CRZ FTW!

lp0 on fire > CB
02/26/2015 at 13:44

You are correct, the SLK250 can be had with a MT (at least in Canukistan, which usually gets the same options)

ATLABAMA > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:44

Mazda 5, Buick Verano and Ford Fusion?

M@ > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:44

the 6 speed manual in the cruze eco is awesome.

You can put it in 6th doing 30mph

CounterTorqueSteer > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:44

the Audi S4 and S5

guanacoracing > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:44

Chevy SS

hike > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

Is the Buick regal gs still available with a manual?

Milwaukee_WY > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

Did the Fusion lose its manual/1.6T option?

you-can-pick-a-screen-name-later > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

Subaru Forester comes in a 6 speed manual

Toyotathong! > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

Kinja'd!!!

You better have some freakin' man hands for this.

NeedsmoreaftermarketXTparts > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

the wrx/sti as technically they are independent of the impreza as of 2015, the subaru forester and the XV crosstrek are also both offered in manual for both the base and premium models

AttilaTheStig > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

Missing Audi S4 & S5

ranhalt > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:45

"We found out the the Audi R8 is probably on it's way out, but the Jag F type might be on it's way in."

its way in, its way out. possessive its.

you-can-pick-a-screen-name-later > you-can-pick-a-screen-name-later
02/26/2015 at 13:46

So does the XV Crosstrek

SpikeFiend > Axial
02/26/2015 at 13:46

Hyundai lists the Veloster under their "Compacts" section and not their "Sports" section, but people still seem to rag on it because it's not a racecar. I'm pretty okay with cars that look faster than they are.

4over2 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:46

You have Audi A4/A5, but what about S4/S5?

stevenwrichards > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:46

I'd just like to point out that you mistakenly lumped the Buick Regal in with midsize cars when it belongs in the sportscars / sport cars category ... 2015 Consumer Reports Sports Sedan Top Pick

http://stevenwrichards.kinja.com/how-youd-optio…

I'm being super serial.

DLR > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:47

JAGUAR F-TYPE

SLS > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:47

4th Generation Subaru Foresters 2014+ can still be had with a 6MT!

Howie > BrtStlnd
02/26/2015 at 13:47

Hmmm... I'll have to look up Mustang, Camaro and Challenger but the take rate in Mustang used to be 50%

I hope with the pitiful overall take rate in the US so low the take rate in those cars is high enough to keep it around.

Fèrrer > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:47

Come to Europe where pretty much everything can be had with a manual.

MK6GTI-now with added Miata > Steve Zissou
02/26/2015 at 13:48

Until you go in and realise how many of those listing are actually automatics that some intern entered wrong. Look at how many are 1.5, 2.0, and 2.5 liter engines.

The 1.6 was the only one available with a manual. Put "1.6" into keywords and you'll get a much more accurate number, which I'd imagine is <20 nationwide.

TrantersaurusWRX > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:48

Subaru XV can be had as 5 speed i believe. unless that counts at impreza or i missed it on the list.

AttilaTheStig > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:48

Infiniti Q60 Coupe....

Justino6969 > guanacoracing
02/26/2015 at 13:48

It's under sports cars

itsnotinfinity > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:48

from the resident infiniti defender- infiniti Q60S is missing

Tatanko > Axial
02/26/2015 at 13:49

This. Even the top-model Veloster Turbo is underwhelmingly sporty at best, and the tC is basically a Corolla 2-door with a dramatic body kit. My V6 Accord has more sporting aspirations than either of those vehicles.

thebigbossyboss > SpikeFiend
02/26/2015 at 13:49

Oh yes. My next car is going to be a Veloster, I hope. But I admit it's not a Vette, nor is it supposed to be.

JohnTaurus-3L-AX4N > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:49

The only one I can see missing is the Ford Fusion, unless there has been a change Im unaware of.

Gary Yogurt > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:49

The new Fit has something that looks like a manual shifter but I couldn't tell if it was doing anything while I was driving. Seemed to make the car just buzz at different frequencies.

BrtStlnd > Howie
02/26/2015 at 13:49

50% seems ridiculously high even on the Mustang.

jdl1527 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:49

You missed the Infiniti Q60s

DougNuts > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:49

Subaru Forester

Subaru CrossTrek

Subaru WRX/STi

thebigbossyboss > Axial
02/26/2015 at 13:49

I aspire to own a Veloster. It's a good car, it's just not a sports car, but a perky hatchback.

472CID > Sportwägen, Driver Of The Red Sportwagen
02/26/2015 at 13:49

What AntiLag said, that just a Jetta.. or Golf ether way.

nermal > Steve Zissou
02/26/2015 at 13:50

I'd wager that half of those are autos that are listed wrong.

01101001an > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:50

Morgan 3 wheeler?

Tatanko > Steve Zissou
02/26/2015 at 13:50

I'm still annoyed that they've never offered an ST version of the Fusion. Come on, Ford! Give us the 2.3L/6-speed/AWD from the Focus RS and call it a day.

SaveTheVipers > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:50

"Did I miss any? (any 2015MY USDM that is)"

hmm...let me think. Does Dodge have an actual sports car other than the Challenger? Some(most?) would say a Supercar? One that has only ever been offered in a manual transmission.

It's possible you missed it because they changed its name and then changed it back again, but it has always been a VIPER whether Dodge, SRT, or Dodge SRT.

Qurkless Hero > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:50

the F-Type v6?

JWu > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:50

Sadness (and possibly should raise an eyebrow at the fact) that when I took my accord sport 6MT into service at the dealer for a freebie oil change, the service advisor had this befuddled look on his face that turned into borderline shock like he just found an unicorn...

hokiealumn > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:51

2015 Subaru Forester can be had with a 6-Speed in 2.5i trim. Crosstrek can be had in a 5-speed in the base model

Textured Soy Protein > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:51

Alfa Romeo 4C
Dodge Viper
Infiniti Q60S

472CID > CB
02/26/2015 at 13:51

I'll be damned you're right

Paps511 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:51

I would amend this list with an * to denote that only SOME trims are also available in a manual. I know the Mazda 6 can come in a stick, but only if you get the base trim. Same thing with the Subaru Forester.

472CID > CounterTorqueSteer
02/26/2015 at 13:52

I usually just think of them as A4/A5 models, but added.

Dakota > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:52

This got me thinking lately, which manual gearbox car is the fastest? this could be a Jalop post.

AlphonzeMephesto > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:53

Mazda 5....LONG LIVE THE MANUAL MINI-VAN!!!!!!!

450X_FTW > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:53

Do any of those have a gated shifter? If not then they're doing it wrong.

CB > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:53

I'm always occasionally right.

menarescumbags_ > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:53

The Ford Fusion has a manual transmission

Viperguynick > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:53

Viper is missing... and it's ONLY available in Manual.

saucers > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

RS5 only comes in S-tronic now.

ncarlucci10 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

Audi RS5 on the list...hmmmm

NotManyPeopleKnowThat > Axial
02/26/2015 at 13:54

Also, it's a Hyundai.

Kinja'd!!!

Saskman02 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

Looks like you forgot the Infiniti Q60 Coupe...the manual is still available for 2015.

dustin_driver > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

The Mazda CX5 may be available with a manual, but only with the anemic 2.0l, not the 2.5l. And only in 2WD form. Shameful.

MGBDG > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

missed the Viper

shitheelandtoe > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

SOME Porsche 911 models have manuals. The GT3 does not, nor does the Turbo S. But indeed, the base, S, and GTS models have manuals as standard.

Viperfan1 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

Kinja'd!!!

Pretty much all listed come in auto except for..

BlackDiamond925 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:54

We prefer the VW GTI be listed separately.

Mike > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:55

Mercedes-Benz SLK250 is available with a 6.

theshinobi01 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:55

You can get a Subaru XV Crosstrek 2.0i base trim with a 5 speed manual still. Same thing with the Subaru Forester 2.5i with a 6 speed manual.

TheInfamousMisterLicious > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:55

Sorry, I see it now. I would consider a 3 series BMW to be midsize.

Albino1981 > NeedsmoreaftermarketXTparts
02/26/2015 at 13:55

Yeh, I was going to say that also - MT available on the base model foresters and the wrx's. The crosstrek is kindof a mute point since it's just an impreza on stilts.

qsmgoat > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:55

Sounds like a good transition to a "Ten Cars under $100k You Want With a Manual" post.

nermal > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:55

With a few exceptions, it's pretty safe to estimate a take rate of 5-10% for the manuals for any given model.

Some undetermined number of buyers of the manual version of a car would probably still buy it if it were auto only.

With that said, is this a significant enough amount to justify the cost of producing them for long? How much would it cost automakers to increase the sales of their automatic models by 5-10% as an alternative to offering a 2nd transmission?

Crossed > nFamousCJ - Keeper of Stringbean, Gengars and a Deezul
02/26/2015 at 13:55

I think that list would be under 10.

The only ones I can think of are the Focus ST, Fiesta ST and Dodge Viper. I think the A1 Quattro is in this list but isn't in production anymore.

ezeolla > Textured Soy Protein
02/26/2015 at 13:55

Last time I looked the 4C was auto only

cabarne4 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

Most mainstream brands have about 30-40% of their models with a manual. Mazda, Subaru, Jeep, Mitsubishi, and VW offer one on more than half of their line ups. Scion has the most manuals per car line up, with the exception of Lotus's 100% one car line up. Chevrolet has the most models available (7).

Well, you mentioned it in the list above, but somehow forgot it in the ending paragraph — Mini offers all of their lineup with manual transmissions.

clutchshiftington > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

Nissan Xterra -discontinued

I think we should have a moment of silence for the Xterra. It was the last truck-based SUV available with a manual trans ever since the recent demise of the FJ Cruiser. Sure, the Wrangler still has body-on-frame and a solid axle, but it can't tow much and is more toy than utility vehicle. All the other SUV's on the list have car based transverse transaxles.

At around the turn of the century you could've had Explorers, Blazers, Pathfinders, 4Runners, Cherokees, Monteros, and Rodeos with a proper longitudinally mounted drivetrain and 3 pedals. Now... nothing. You have zero options aside from the Wrangler.

4play > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

RS5 does not have a manual option, sadly.

ezeolla > JohnTaurus-3L-AX4N
02/26/2015 at 13:56

It changed for MY2015

egopl8z > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

Audi A3 should really have a manual option. And, if you want a manual Passat, you have to opt out of sunroof and other worth-it stuff.

AlphonzeMephesto > Paps511
02/26/2015 at 13:56

That is incorrect! You can get a GT trim Mazda6 with a 6MT!

Paps511 > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

Also you CAN NOT get an RS5 in a manual.

StorminMike2000 > Textured Soy Protein
02/26/2015 at 13:56

Pretty sure the Alfa 4C is only available with Tiptronic.

Chemist > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:56

What would really be interesting is looking at production numbers of each as a percentage of total. Need to get more people interested in keeping manual around. Each time I go back to the UK I am revived with a breath of fresh air with all of the manual options.

Ulaaaaaaa La! > you-can-pick-a-screen-name-later
02/26/2015 at 13:57

That's my car!! Best purchase ever. 6 speed and all. Much roomier than my 5 speed Saturn Ion hehe, though my Saturn has more torquee and lets me squeeze into places my Scooby would dream of.

ezeolla > BrtStlnd
02/26/2015 at 13:57

That number is still valid. 20% of cars are available with a manual, but only 5-6% of cars purchased have a manual equipped

meatatarian > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:57

Jaaaag F-type 100% has manual option in 2016 models. Checked the site.

feather-throttle-not-hair > NeedsmoreaftermarketXTparts
02/26/2015 at 13:58

pretty sure the xv is CVT only

911sc because racecar > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:58

I love my manual 2wd 4 cylinder Tacoma...best vehicle I've ever owned...200k miles on the original clutch, apparently it likes being driven like its stolen.

misterdestructo > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:58

The 2015 Subaru XV Crosstrek has a 5 speed manual option (at least for the 2.0i and 2.0i Premium models).

Cé hé sin > 472CID
02/26/2015 at 13:58

Hush, Americans. One segment of your vehicle buying population is still (just) holding out against automatics. Indeed they're more reluctant to buy automatics than their counterparts in many other markets.

This is probably a manual and doesn't even have synchro:

Kinja'd!!!

This one, made by a subsidiary of the same company, is most likely an automatic and will have one of these twiddly knobs for gearchanging purposes

Kinja'd!!!