We have a couple notable additions to the list, but the manual transmission is (still) a dying breed.
Every year, we get together in the TFL office and discuss the state of manual transmission cars. In 2018, the trend continued downward as manufacturers ditch rowing your own gears in favor of faster, easier and more efficient automatics. To that end, we’ve compiled this list of manual transmissions for those who still prefer to row their own.
Sadly, that trend hasn’t been turned on its head for the upcoming model year either. Realizing that fact is a sad moment for enthusiasts out there who prefer the engagement of a manual transmission. And while folks like me will argue every which way its merits (they’re less complex, lighter and more robust), it’s not an argument we appear to be winning.
Then there’s the world of hot hatchbacks. Fortunately, we still have some options here. The Volkswagen GTI and Golf R as well as the new Hyundai Veloster N still have row-your-own gearboxes. The 707 horsepower Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat is available with a manual transmission (even if the Redeye isn’t). But if you wanted an Audi with a clutch pedal, you’ll have to delve into the used market as of 2019.
This list of manual transmissions covers all U.S.-market cars and SUVs on sale in 2019. We’ll also mention those that have disappeared from 2018.
*DISCLAIMER: This list is a mix of 2018 and 2019 models. We’ll update this list in the event of any factual errors or if manufacturers drop manuals from their lineup.*
| Make/Model (Body style) | Gears | Trim Levels (All unless specified) |
BMW |
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| 2-Series (Coupe) | 6 | Coupe: 230i (RWD), M240i (RWD)
Convertible: M240i (RWD) |
| 4-Series (Coupe) | 6 | Coupe: 430i, 440i (RWD) |
| M2 | 6 | |
| M3 | 6 | F80 generation; new 3 Series is automatic-only |
| M4 | 6 | |
| M6 | 6 | Gran Coupe |
Cadillac |
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| ATS-V | 6 | |
Chevrolet |
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| Camaro | 6 | All models |
| Corvette | 7 | Stingray, Grand Sport, Z06, ZR1 |
| Spark | 5 | All trim levels |
| Sonic | 6 | All models |
Dodge |
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| Challenger | 6 | V8 models except Hellcat Redeye (R/T, R/T Scat Pack and SRT Hellcat) |
Fiat (*2018 models) |
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| 124 Spider* | 6 | All trim levels, including Abarth |
| 500* | 5 | All trim levels |
Ford |
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| Fiesta | 5/6 | 5-speed on S, SE, ST-Line; 6-speed on ST |
| Mustang | 6 | All versions |
Genesis |
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| G70 | 6 | 2.0-liter I-4 RWD only |
Honda |
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| Accord | 6 | Sport 1.5/2.0-liter turbo |
| Civic (Coupe/Sedan/Hatchback) | 6 | LX, Sport, Si, Type R |
| Fit | 6 | LX, Sport, EX |
| GONE: | HR-V (2019 model loses manual option) | |
Hyundai |
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| Accent | 6 | SE |
| Elantra | 6 | SE, Sport |
| Elantra GT (2018) | 6 | Base, Sport |
| 2019 Veloster | 6 | Base, Turbo R-Spec, Turbo Ultimate, N |
Jaguar |
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| F-Type | 6 | V6 RWD models (340/380 hp) |
Jeep |
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| Compass | 6 | Sport, Latitude |
| Wrangler | 6 | V6 models only |
| GONE: | Renegade (2019 model is automatic-only) | |
Kia |
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| Forte | 6 | FE, GT* (Summer 2019) |
| Soul | 6 | Base |
| GONE: | Rio (Base S is automatic only) | |
Lotus |
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| Evora 400 | 6 | |
Mazda |
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| Mazda3 (2019) | 6 | Premium package only |
| MX-5 Miata (Convertible, RF) | 6 | All models |
Mini |
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| Clubman | 6 | |
| Cooper (Hardtop, Convertible) | 6 | |
| Countryman | 6 | All except Cooper S E PHEV |
Mitsubishi |
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| Mirage (Hatch, G4) (2018) | 5 | ES |
| Outlander Sport | 5 | 2.0-liter ES FWD |
Nissan |
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| 370Z | 6 | Coupe |
| Sentra | 6 | S, NISMO |
| Versa | 5 | S only |
Porsche |
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| 718 | 6 | Boxster and Cayman |
| 911 | 6/7 | All except Turbo, GT3 RS, GT2 RS |
Subaru |
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| BRZ | 6 | Premium, Limited |
| Crosstrek | 6 | 2.0i models |
| Impreza (Sedan, 5-door Hatchback) | 5 | 2.0i models |
| WRX/STI | 6 | All models |
| GONE: | Forester (2019 model is CVT only) | |
Toyota |
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| 86 | 6 | |
| Corolla Hatchback | 6 | |
| Yaris Sedan | 6 | L, LE |
| GONE: | Corolla sedan (2019 model is CVT only) | |
| ADDED: | Corolla hatchback (6-speed manual) | |
Volkswagen |
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| 2019 Jetta | 6 | S only |
| Golf | 6 | S, SE (now 1.4-liter turbo) |
| Golf GTI | 6 | |
| Golf R | 6 | |
| Golf Alltrack (2018) | 6 | All models |
| Golf SportWagen | 6 | |
If you’re still looking for a third-pedal option in your next car, consider one of these when you go to buy. If you spot any errors or omissions in this list, let us know in the comments!
Update 11/26/18: Removed 2019 Fiat 500X.
Update 1/17/19: Added six-speed option to Golf SportWagen S 4Motion, BMW 2 Series manual transmission options.
