manual or automatic for newbie? - Page 2 - Toyota Yaris Forums

R2D2 · 10-06-2010, 08:25 PM

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Originally Posted by SimTronik

Sometimes i feel like my auto transmission when it goes 3rd to 4th gear, sometimes it sticks to 4000rpm at 100kmh without really pushin it and ts like its never gonna shift. Then when the speed is REALLY constant it shift finally. Guess i do something wrong.

Nope. It's not your fault. The trans is pretty smart so if the car has been "working", such as climbing a hill or (as we say in Maine) "your givin' her a good hot suppa' " the trans will anticipate the need to hold third gear awhile instead of constantly shifting. Honestly, one of the best features of the AT in my opinion as this is one of the things that drove me crazy about traditional autos. Coupled with the engine braking and DFCO this was a major sell on the AT for me, and I have traditionally bought manuals.

SimTronik · 10-06-2010, 10:10 PM

Great, thanks for the hint. Though my car was wrong.

krolos · 10-06-2010, 11:19 PM

If you decide on Auto Trans you wont be disappointed, the Yaris Auto transmission is one of the best I have driven.

*kimona* · 10-07-2010, 12:54 PM

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Originally Posted by krolos

If you decide on Auto Trans you wont be disappointed, the Yaris Auto transmission is one of the best I have driven.

+1000. Surprisingly intelligent transmission. Probably the best automatic I have ever driven. Very sorry to say the manual is among the worst I have ever driven.

chrisj · 10-07-2010, 01:07 PM

When I had the Tacoma (stick) and my wife had the Avalon (auto), many times I would get in her car and my left foot would instinctively feel for the clutch!

Chuck G · 10-07-2010, 03:28 PM

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Originally Posted by kimona

+1000. Surprisingly intelligent transmission. Probably the best automatic I have ever driven. Very sorry to say the manual is among the worst I have ever driven.

Agreed 100%!!

brg88tx · 10-07-2010, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by nmgolfer

Automatic

Better high end gear ratio
Better resale (an increasing majority cannot even drive stick)
Nicer in stop and go traffic
appeals to the conservative drivers
gets decent mileage and shifts smoothly on or off hills

Manual

Better for hypermiling (coasting in neutral etc)
40 lbs less weight
Better for hyperactive drivers that like shifting gears
Appeals to rubber burner and car modifier types

Can't really go wrong with either. I drove both and chose the auto. That clutch is a bit weird. Anyway the Yaris is not a sports car to each their own though.

interesting. i did not know the auto had a higher gear ratio. guess this is the reason i still get 38mpg going 80 mph.

jamal1984 · 10-07-2010, 07:27 PM

my is 5 speed, and now no body want to drive in my car, it's fun by myself, but carry other peoples - not, so go with Auto, and they get the same MPG or even better.

.Kevin. · 10-07-2010, 08:14 PM

All I know is-

Manual transmission is the best anti-theft device.

fnkngrv · 10-07-2010, 08:52 PM

With this car no matter what you will want to have a stick shift. Much better control over your engine's power band which could become critical depending upon the situation....and no I am not talking about hot rodding the car. I have driven a few of the auto yarii and was not impressed at all.

*tomato* · 10-08-2010, 02:07 AM

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Very sorry to say the manual is among the worst I have ever driven.

I agree with that, 100%. Still, you can get used to it eventually, once you figure out exactly when (where) to shift. I'm not a novice but boy, did I stall that damn car for *a while*

I'm one with the car now, but it did take a little while, let's be honest

My preference is still MT

derickveliz2 · 10-08-2010, 03:25 AM

If you have a Motorcycle background like I do... 5 speed Manual was my only choice! I do like Automatic, with Muscle Cars... where when you need the power it's there.

It's up to you and how comfortable you feel.

.

STC · 10-08-2010, 04:55 PM

I have had manual transmisions all my life (+27 years). I love the simplicity. Driving a stick becomes an automatic response...

It is all about preference, though. I have heard good things about the Auto in the Yaris!

I like manuals because you can control your torque... gearing during slippery snow weather. Also, if your battery dies... you can jump on the fly... popping the clutch to start.

Good luck on your decision...

Cheers!

ersheff · 10-08-2010, 10:35 PM

Just wanted to post again since this got so many responses!
I picked up a 2010 certified used AT 5 door a few days ago for $14,000 with <6,000 miles on it!
It's got the 60/40 fold flat seats and cruise control, both of which I was really hoping for (mainly the 60/40 seats).
I decided to get the AT not only because I thought this particular car was being offered in a good situation (good financing from a reputable dealer and the features I wanted), but also because I realized I use my hands waaaay too much while driving to have to shift gears.
My girlfriend agreed that I would probably kill us in a MT.

Thank you all very much for the responses! I can't wait until my next fill up so I can see what kind of mpg I'm getting on my 90 mile roundtrip daily commute (I haven't had to put any gas in since driving it off the lot).

krolos · 10-08-2010, 11:39 PM

I think you will be very happy with your New Auto, my Yaris Just turned
36000 this morning and no problems,and the Auto has been great.

STC · 10-08-2010, 11:50 PM

Congrats...

*kimona* · 10-09-2010, 12:42 AM

Congratulations! Certified used is great way to go; better warranty than new. Post some photos if you get a chance.

*tomato* · 10-09-2010, 01:54 AM

Well done!! Mine was Certified Used, too. Didn't used the warranty once, though, there hasn't been a single problem with the car since I got it, knock on wood.

10-07-2010, 01:07 PM	#23
chrisj Hooch Brewer-Shine Sipper View User's Garage Drives: 2009 5-dr LB Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: S. Jesus, Kentucky Posts: 646	When I had the Tacoma (stick) and my wife had the Avalon (auto), many times I would get in her car and my left foot would instinctively feel for the clutch! __________________

10-07-2010, 08:14 PM	#27
.Kevin. I ain't even mad Drives: 2010 1E7 Toyota Yaris Sedan Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Prince George, BC. Canada Posts: 954	All I know is- Manual transmission is the best anti-theft device. __________________

10-07-2010, 08:52 PM	#28
fnkngrv Mr. 155 and climbing View User's Garage Drives: Seriously Modded 07 Sedan Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: In The Hotbox Posts: 4,742	With this car no matter what you will want to have a stick shift. Much better control over your engine's power band which could become critical depending upon the situation....and no I am not talking about hot rodding the car. I have driven a few of the auto yarii and was not impressed at all. __________________ Team Tiamat Racing on Facebook Youtube Channel: Team Tiamat Racing *Class record holder in Land Speed @ 154.5mph for 1.5 mile and 145.5mph in the mile in the F (2.016 to 3.014 L), G (1.524 to 2.015 L), and H (1.016 to 1.523 L) classes.*

10-08-2010, 03:25 AM	#30
derickveliz2 View User's Garage Drives: Yaris Sedan "S" Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Central, MA Posts: 2,722	If you have a Motorcycle background like I do... 5 speed Manual was my only choice! I do like Automatic, with Muscle Cars... where when you need the power it's there. It's up to you and how comfortable you feel. . __________________ . My system may not blow your ears, but it will sweeten your senses. CLA 250, 4MATIC

10-08-2010, 04:55 PM	#31
STC "LibertyRides!" View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris 3Dr LB \| 2020 Stang Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: State College, PA, USA Posts: 576	I have had manual transmisions all my life (+27 years). I love the simplicity. Driving a stick becomes an automatic response... It is all about preference, though. I have heard good things about the Auto in the Yaris! I like manuals because you can control your torque... gearing during slippery snow weather. Also, if your battery dies... you can jump on the fly... popping the clutch to start. Good luck on your decision... Cheers! __________________ ~ Mark ~ 2010 Yaris 3-Dr Liftback, 5-Speed Manual, P185/60R 15, Bayou Blue Pearl I Love my YARIS - (Click below to see Gaslog): Most miles Tank: 538 tank/10.148 gal = 53.015 MPG / Most MPG: 54.95 MPG (ethanol) 425 tank/7.73 gal "The evils of government are directly proportional to the tolerance of the people." -- Frank Kent

10-06-2010, 10:10 PM	#20
SimTronik Machinist View User's Garage Drives: Yaris sedan 2010 Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Sts-Anges, Quebec, canada Posts: 198	Great, thanks for the hint. Though my car was wrong.

10-06-2010, 11:19 PM	#21
krolos Drives: 2008 yaris sedan Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: wa state Posts: 90	If you decide on Auto Trans you wont be disappointed, the Yaris Auto transmission is one of the best I have driven.

10-07-2010, 07:27 PM	#26
jamal1984 The Beautification of Car View User's Garage Drives: Toyota Yaris S Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Georgia, USA Posts: 967	my is 5 speed, and now no body want to drive in my car, it's fun by myself, but carry other peoples - not, so go with Auto, and they get the same MPG or even better.

10-08-2010, 10:35 PM	#32
ersheff Drives: NA Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 6	Just wanted to post again since this got so many responses! I picked up a 2010 certified used AT 5 door a few days ago for $14,000 with <6,000 miles on it! It's got the 60/40 fold flat seats and cruise control, both of which I was really hoping for (mainly the 60/40 seats). I decided to get the AT not only because I thought this particular car was being offered in a good situation (good financing from a reputable dealer and the features I wanted), but also because I realized I use my hands waaaay too much while driving to have to shift gears. My girlfriend agreed that I would probably kill us in a MT. Thank you all very much for the responses! I can't wait until my next fill up so I can see what kind of mpg I'm getting on my 90 mile roundtrip daily commute (I haven't had to put any gas in since driving it off the lot).

10-08-2010, 11:39 PM	#33
krolos Drives: 2008 yaris sedan Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: wa state Posts: 90	I think you will be very happy with your New Auto, my Yaris Just turned 36000 this morning and no problems,and the Auto has been great.

10-08-2010, 11:50 PM	#34
STC "LibertyRides!" View User's Garage Drives: 2010 Yaris 3Dr LB \| 2020 Stang Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: State College, PA, USA Posts: 576	Congrats... __________________ ~ Mark ~ 2010 Yaris 3-Dr Liftback, 5-Speed Manual, P185/60R 15, Bayou Blue Pearl I Love my YARIS - (Click below to see Gaslog): Most miles Tank: 538 tank/10.148 gal = 53.015 MPG / Most MPG: 54.95 MPG (ethanol) 425 tank/7.73 gal "The evils of government are directly proportional to the tolerance of the people." -- Frank Kent

10-09-2010, 12:42 AM	#35
kimona Super Moderator Drives: 2014 White VITZ Join Date: May 2007 Location: Huntington Bch, CA Posts: 4,938	Congratulations! Certified used is great way to go; better warranty than new. Post some photos if you get a chance.

10-09-2010, 01:54 AM	#36
tomato Super Moderator View User's Garage Drives: Yaris 2DR LB 07, MT, Abs. Red Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Francisco Bay Area Posts: 5,155	Well done!! Mine was Certified Used, too. Didn't used the warranty once, though, there hasn't been a single problem with the car since I got it, knock on wood. __________________ Follow Bamboo the YarisWorld Traveler here

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