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Old 05-09-2011, 03:35 PM   #1
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Does any other auto tranny Yaris owner regret not getting the MT?

Hi guys,

Well, I'm over the 3,000 mile mark now and kind of regret getting the auto tranny. I was in a rush to get a car, knew I wanted a Yaris, had the option to get a MT, but decided on the AT and now regret it. Any other AT Yaris folk regret not getting the MT?
Should I trade mine in for a MT?
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Old 05-09-2011, 08:38 PM   #2
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Old 05-09-2011, 08:58 PM   #3
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Old 05-09-2011, 09:08 PM   #4
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Old 05-09-2011, 11:21 PM   #5
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Old 05-10-2011, 12:37 AM   #6
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Shift the AT by hand based on the sound of the engine. You'll enjoy the drive.

The AT like to stay in third all the way through a turn and then feels like it's bogging. I shift to 2nd and then can pull away with alot of high rev zip.

I drive a lot with the SC turned off to get better gas milage and manually shifting the AT keeps it fun.
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Old 05-10-2011, 12:43 AM   #7
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Shift the AT by hand based on the sound of the engine. You'll enjoy the drive.

The AT like to stay in third all the way through a turn and then feels like it's bogging. I shift to 2nd and then can pull away with alot of high rev zip.

I drive a lot with the SC turned off to get better gas milage and manually shifting the AT keeps it fun.
Isn't that going to force-grind your gears.

I mess with D and 3rd alot, but shifting an automatic or in this case - manumatic. Is only suggestions to the computer not precise shifting you can keep it to high rpms.
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Old 05-10-2011, 01:22 AM   #8
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I don't really know. Someone who knows more will have to chime in. I think this topic was discussed in an old thread but manually shifting the AT makes for much more spirited driving.
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Old 05-10-2011, 01:46 AM   #9
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Drove both - really disliked the MT.
The Yaris AT is exceptional!!
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Old 05-10-2011, 08:19 AM   #10
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I love mine.

The General Lee was an auto-we're just missing the 440 Magnum!

Hey LT-that AT must pull pretty good with the SC on! How much does the SC hurt your FE? Just curious!
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Old 05-10-2011, 09:26 AM   #11
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I was looking for a new Yaris with MT. Damn hard to find, so I ended up with an AT. How about the reverse... anyone wish they had bought an AT Yaris. I doubt either side will admit to anything :)
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Old 05-10-2011, 09:56 AM   #12
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I will add that putting a Blitz throttle controller in put a whole new perspective on driving the AT. Reason why I like it so much.
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Old 05-11-2011, 11:26 PM   #13
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My AT is so smooth in shifting and the ease of using it far outweighs any gas savings you might get from having the MT. The MT gets very old...all that moving your feet and constantly switching gears while in heavy traffic.

I will never have another MT. ATs last so much longer and help your resale value.
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Old 05-12-2011, 10:06 AM   #14
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sometimes. I wish my car was more fun to drive, but its more convenient as an auto.
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Old 05-12-2011, 11:49 AM   #15
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I only wish my 5 speed was a 6!
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Old 05-15-2011, 01:29 PM   #16
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I also wish there was a sixth speed. Would not have gone for an AT, MT is always a requirement in vehicle purchases for me.


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ATs last so much longer
Hate to chime in and derail but I beg to differ. What evidence do you have to prove that ATs last longer? Sounds like you are making a rash generalization. I've seen a lot of cars that were put by the wayside because the AT failed.

Fact: MTs are easier to work on.

I would not think twice about dropping and rebuilding a MT, but would never consider attempting to rebuild an AT.

here's my generalization:
MTs will almost always outlive it's AT counterpart IF driven properly by a competent driver.

However I do respect and understand why one would prefer an AT over MT. To each their own.
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Old 05-15-2011, 05:57 PM   #17
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Manuals need clutch replacement etc while autos can go and grind teeth
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Old 05-15-2011, 06:35 PM   #18
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Definitely not. Love this AT.
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