20 Best New Cars You Can Still Get with a Manual Transmission
In an automotive landscape increasingly dominated by automatics and CVTs, the humble manual transmission is becoming a rare breed. But for those who still crave the tactile pleasure of rowing their own gears, there are still a few new cars on the market that offer the option of a stick shift.
Here are 20 of the best new cars you can still get with a manual transmission:
1. Mazda MX-5 Miata
The Mazda MX-5 Miata is a perennial favorite among sports car enthusiasts, and for good reason. It’s lightweight, nimble, and affordable, and it offers one of the most engaging driving experiences on the market. The MX-5 is available with a 181-horsepower 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic transmission.
2. Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra is back, and it’s better than ever. The new Supra is a sleek, powerful sports car that offers a thrilling driving experience. It’s powered by a 335-horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.
3. Chevrolet Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette is an American icon, and the latest generation is the best yet. The C8 Corvette is a mid-engine sports car that offers blistering performance and handling. It’s powered by a 490-horsepower 6.2-liter V8 engine mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission or a seven-speed manual transmission.
4. Ford Mustang
The Ford Mustang is another American classic, and it’s still one of the best muscle cars on the market. The Mustang is available with a variety of engine options, including a 310-horsepower 2.3-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a 460-horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine, and a 760-horsepower 5.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. All Mustang engines can be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a ten-speed automatic transmission.
5. Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger is a retro-inspired muscle car that offers plenty of power and style. It’s available with a variety of engine options, including a 375-horsepower 5.7-liter V8 engine, a 485-horsepower 6.4-liter V8 engine, and a 807-horsepower 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine. All Challenger engines can be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
6. Nissan 370Z
The Nissan 370Z is a pure sports car that offers thrilling performance and handling. It’s powered by a 332-horsepower 3.7-liter V6 engine mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed automatic transmission.
7. Subaru WRX STI
The Subaru WRX STI is a rally-bred performance car that offers blistering acceleration and handling. It’s powered by a 310-horsepower 2.5-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.
8. Volkswagen Golf GTI
The Volkswagen Golf GTI is a hot hatch that offers a great balance of performance and practicality. It’s powered by a 228-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
9. Honda Civic Type R
The Honda Civic Type R is a track-tuned hot hatch that offers blistering performance. It’s powered by a 306-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.
10. Hyundai Veloster N
The Hyundai Veloster N is a quirky hot hatch that offers a lot of bang for your buck. It’s powered by a 250-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a six-speed manual transmission.
11. Mini Cooper S
The Mini Cooper S is a stylish and fun-to-drive hatchback that offers plenty of performance. It’s powered by a 189-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
12. Fiat 500 Abarth
The Fiat 500 Abarth is a tiny hot hatch that offers a lot of fun in a small package. It’s powered by a 160-horsepower 1.4-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine mated to a five-speed manual transmission.
13. Jeep Wrangler
The Jeep Wrangler is an iconic off-road SUV that offers plenty of capability and style. It’s available with a variety of engine options, including a 285-horsepower 3.6-liter V6 engine, a 270-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and a 470-horsepower 6.4-liter V8 engine. All Wrangler engines can be mated to either a six-speed manual transmission or an eight-speed automatic transmission.
14. Land Rover Defender
The Land Rover Defender is a legendary off-road SUV that offers unbeatable capability. It’s available with a variety of engine options, including a 300-horsepower 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine, a 395-horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six engine, and a 518-horsepower 5.0-liter supercharged V8 engine. All Defender engines can be mated to either an eight-speed automatic transmission or a six-speed manual transmission.
15. Porsche 911
The Porsche 911 is a timeless sports car that offers blistering performance and handling. It’s available with a variety of engine options, including a 385-horsepower 3.0-liter turbocharged flat-six engine, a 443-horsepower 3.8-liter turbocharged flat-six engine, and a 640-horsepower 4.0-liter
