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Originally Posted by memoryrose
Great stuff here BUT, if we can keep this to specifics, WHAT IS THE REAL BENEFIT OF MT'S VS. AT'S.
Does one have to really play GAMES getting some milage out of the MT to be worthwhile?
Let's cut to the real answer. Any clues or direct responses desired. Thanks
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automatics of the non-CVT type are less efficient in transferring power to the ground so they will get less mpg than manuals for the same weight, engine, and gears.
Comparing us racer types we get about 4 mpg better with manual than automatics around town -28 to 31 vs 30 to 34 . They are pretty equal o n the interstate at 38 to 41 mpg because the automatic is much higher geared both in gears as well as final drive. So for long distance on level interstate its the automatic, for around town or mountainous interstate.its the manual. And the auto gets better mpg in Sport than Drive. And theoretically the auto should last a lot longer than the manual's clutches.