Due to the convenience and ease of operating an automatic transmission, there are now more vehicles on the road with automatic transmission than manual transmission. This means that manual transmission cars have become endangered in the auto industry. Even the car engineers see this type of transmission as outdated.
That doesn’t mean there is completely no demand for cars with manual transmission. There are car enthusiasts out there that would rather prefer a manual transmission car than an automatic one. According to them, it is more engaging and thrilling to be able to control the vehicle manually by shifting the gear and using the paddle. Manual transmission also has a better kick in terms of speed and acceleration compared to cars with automatic transmission.
Keeping this market alive, there are certain car makers who still derive pleasure in producing cars with manual transmission. Here is a list of such vehicles that do offer manual transmission.
2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata
The Miata is a sports car that has a 1960s British roaster vibe to it from the outside, coupled with an amazingly responsive handling. Nevertheless, the cherry on top for this car is the brilliant 6-speed manual transmission that can be controlled with a little shifter that changes gear seamlessly with a flick of the wrist. This transmission is linked with a 4 cylinder 2.0-litre Skyactiv engine that is capable pf producing 155 horsepower.
Other than that, its feather lightweight with rear-drive chassis allows it to get the speed that it deserves. This easy handling as well as the convertible top allows the latest Mazda Miata to give an enjoyable experience rather than driving just another sports car. In the UAE, the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata is available, with a starting price of AED 124,000.
2016 Subaru BRZ
The 2016 Subaru BRZ along with its twin the Scion FR-S are considered to be one of the reasonable prices sports cars but with an incredible drive experience.
The BRZ comes with a lightweight chassis and a rear-wheel drive. In terms of engine specifications and performance, it hosts a 4-cyliner engine capable of producing 200 horsepower. The powerful engine is paired with a standard 6-speed manual transmission while an automatic transmission is an option.
These specifications allows the Subaru BRZ to be engaging and an enjoyable ride for those who are enthusiastic about manual transmission sports cars.
2016 Dodge Viper
Another one in the list is the muscle car, 2016 Dodge Viper. This is a muscle car in its true with some frightening looks as well as heart wrenching revving sound from its powerful engine.
The new Dodge Viper is designed to cross the limits of speed and performance. Under the hood, it hosts 8.4-liter V10 engine that is capable of producing a whopping 645 horsepower, coupled with a 6-speed manual transmission. This much amount of power could only be achieved with a solid and faithful manual transmission.
Nevertheless, it is not that easy to achieve this amount of power without commitment, vigilance and muscle. Without the traction control system, this vehicle may be in fumes but such a quality matches its beastly persona. The torque is controllable while the handling for such a sports car is thrilling and amazing.
The 2016 Dodge Viper is available in the UAE with a starting price of AED 409,999.
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06
The Chevy Z06 was surely to be in the list of the best manual transmission for the year. It is a sports car that hosts a powerful supercharged V8 engine coupled with a new 7-speed manual transmission. It is said that this transmission is one of the best hooked to a V8 in a sports car. Holding that true, this engine is tested to produce an astonishing 638 horsepower, enough to blow any car enthusiast mind. Other than that, the 2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in just 3.3 seconds.
Such a performance is especially incredible as the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is considered to have a heavy chassis thus causing more force on the engine. Nevertheless, all the magic is in the Z06’s gearbox and its ability to change gear effortless, giving the driver a pleasurable ride.
The Chevrolet Corvette Z06 is available in the UAE with a starting price of AED 330,000.
2016 Porsche 911
Porsche is considered to be one of the only high-performance car makers that offer vehicles with pure manual transmission. Therefore, the new Porsche 911 is exactly what is delivered by the car makers.
The 911 hosts a 6-cylinder 3.4-Litre engine that is capable of producing 350 horsepower. This engine is coupled with a 7-speed manual transmission. Porsche is also one of the only manufacturers to spend any money to improve the manual transmission, and what’s most amazing is they did so for the mere 30 percent of 911 buyers who still like to row their own gears.
The 911’s manual has an easy-shifting gearbox. It even have a feature where it locks out if you are driving aggressively and aiming for a fifth gear but accidently shift it to seventh gear. When you’re driving in that seventh gear at 60 mph, the revs drop down to just 1800 rpm for easy highway cruising and better fuel economy.
2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350
Much different from its traditional designed muscle cars, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 offers a completely modern look to it. But that doesn’t mean they have compromised on its performance as a mustang sports car. It is more athletic, built for speed on the racetrack and give the ultimate performance.
Under the hood, it hosts a tech-heavy flat-plane 5.2-liter V8 that’s nicknamed “Voodoo” that is capable of producing 526 horsepower. This powerful engine gets its kick with the 6-speed manual transmission, which holds great for a race worthy speed.
The 2016 Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 is available in the UAE with the starting price of AED 299,000.
For those car enthusiast who crave to drive a manual transmission car with a touch of class and style, this list will help in terms of knowing the latest car models and car makers who actually keep this market of manual transmission cars alive.
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