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Originally Posted by denkigrve
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Originally Posted by ichitaka05
^Seriously this!
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What these guys said. The Motor-P thread is the most worthwhile reads if you are considering an AT.
Every article that I have read or seen in the media pretty much dismisses the AT as an also ran. They talk about the rev-matching downshifts and its fuel economy and quickly turn their attention to the manual. After having owned an AT since August last year, I don't regret the decision at all.
My recommendation would be that if you can drive stick, try them both out and make up your own mind. If you suck at stick, know that this is one of the best automatics out there. I had an auto in my Corolla XRS and this transmission is light years ahead.
The reality is that the auto is slightly slower than the manual based on gearing and weighing more, but, it will accurately and consistently shift decently fast and you will never stall.