These Are The Brands That Are Still Selling Manuals In 2026
Jalopnik • • technology
Key Points:
- Manual transmissions are becoming increasingly rare in new cars due to low sales, but they remain available in select enthusiast-focused models where demand persists, similar to niche products like Arby's Beef N' Cheddar.
- Volkswagen now only offers a manual in the Jetta GLI trim, priced at nearly $35,000, while Toyota provides manuals in four models, primarily performance-oriented Gazoo Racing vehicles like the GR Supra, GR Corolla, GR86, and the Tacoma pickup.
- Subaru limits manuals to its sporty BRZ and WRX models, Porsche offers manuals in select 911 trims but not yet confirmed for the 718, and Nissan retains the manual only in the Z sports car after discontinuing the Versa.
- Mazda continues to offer manuals in
