For consumers who pursue driving pleasure, manual transmission is undoubtedly the best choice, but now as most consumers choose automatic gear in order to facilitate the purchase of cars, coupled with the increasing popularity of electric vehicles, manual transmission models are gradually marginalized, and even the "civilian supercar" fit has also canceled manual transmission models after the replacement. But fortunately, there are still some models that have always adhered to the pursuit of driving pleasure and still retain manual models. Today, I would like to recommend three compact cars that provide manual transmissions.
Dongfeng Honda Civic HatchBACK
Model: 2021 220TURBO Manual Driving Fun Control
Price: 159,900 yuan
The first recommended for everyone is honda Civic HATCHBACK, although the current domestic version on sale does not use the design style of the 11th generation Civic, but the appearance full of strong combat atmosphere is believed to be difficult to refuse.
The Civic HatchBACK is equipped with an exclusive sports kit, the overall style is infinitely close to the TYPE R, in addition, the black kit composed of blackened grilles, blackened door handles and blackened side skirts, etc., with a bright red body, highlights the performance everywhere. The towering sport spoiler at the rear, the exaggerated bottom air spoiler that is close to a sports car, and the eye-catching mid-mounted dual-outlet exhaust all contribute to the Civic Hatchback's performance orientation. It's extremely aggressive in shape, allowing you to get the aura and tonality of the Type R version without modification.
Compared with the appearance, the interior design of the Civic HATCHBACK is much more low-key, basically continuing the design style of the ordinary version, mainly practical, but almost the same as the type R model metal manual gear, I believe it can arouse the driving desire of many people. Compared with other models of manual transmission are low-equipped treatment, Civic HatchBACK manual model appears at the level of medium and high configuration, which is still surprising, but the price is not very close to the people.
In terms of configuration, the Civic HATCHBACK manual transmission is equipped with keyless entry, one-button start, leather multi-function steering wheel, 7-inch central control screen, automatic air conditioning, reversing image and other practical configurations, and is equipped with HONDA CONNECT Honda Intelligent Guidance Interconnection System and functions including ACC active cruise control (with LSF low-speed follow function), FCW pre-collision warning, CMBS collision mitigation braking, LKAS lane keeping assist and other functions SENSING Honda safety supersensitive system and other functions.
In terms of power, the Civic HATCHBACK manual gear is equipped with a 1.5T engine, matching a 6-speed manual transmission, with a maximum power of 130 kW, a peak torque of 226N·m, and an official acceleration time of 9 seconds from 100 km/h. In addition, the Front Macpherson rear multi-link suspension of the Civic HATCHBACK has been more sporty and tighter than the sedan version, while the DPA-EPS variable gear ratio electric power steering can adjust the steering ratio at any time according to the driving state, so that the driver can calmly face a variety of road conditions, bringing excellent driving pleasure.
Guangqi Honda type
Model: 2022 240TURBO Manual Exclusive Edition
Price: 129,900 yuan
Although the Guangqi Honda model and the eleventh generation of Civic sister models, but its biggest difference is to retain the manual transmission model, which for the pursuit of driving pleasure of Honda fans, the type of grid manual gear to some extent to make up for the eleventh generation of Civic all models are equipped with CVT gearbox regret, to meet more people's desire for manual transmission.
Like the eleventh generation civic, the type adopts a simple design approach, but the type is more intense than the civic movement orientation, the front grille area is not large, the interior adopts a honeycomb layout, and the wide black trim strip passes through the brand logo and connects with the headlights on both sides, giving it a stronger aggressiveness. At the same time, black decorative strips are added to the air intake area, and the lower grille with the blackening treatment emphasizes the sporty attributes of the whole vehicle. In addition, the back-up design, the blade-type LED taillight modeling, etc., also cater to the young consumers' demands for personality and sports.
In terms of interior, the type is almost the same as that of the eleventh generation Civic, equipped with a three-spoke multi-functional steering wheel, a 9-inch suspension central control screen, which has a certain degree of practicality, and the air conditioning outlet shape is also very chic, running through the hollow honeycomb design, which looks very designed.
As an entry-level model, the configuration is equipped with LED automatic headlights, LED day running lights, electric sunroof, one-key start, automatic air conditioning, multi-function steering wheel, 7-inch dashboard, 9-inch central control screen, CarLife, 10 airbags, fatigue reminders and other configurations, and the overall practicality is not bad.
In terms of power, the type grid manual is equipped with a 1.5T four-cylinder engine, with a maximum power of 134 kW and a maximum torque of 240N.m, which matches a 6-speed manual transmission, in addition to independent suspension at the front and rear, and is equipped with a variable steering ratio, providing more room for driving pleasure.
Mazda 3 Axela
Model: 1.5L manual quality AMERICAN version
Price: 115,900 yuan
The last recommended model is the Mazda 3 Axela, the manual transmission of the Axela only 1.5L self-priming model, the power is weaker, but Mazda's persistence and understanding of driving pleasure, in the Mazda 3 Axela is still well reflected.
Mazda 3 Axela adopts the soul 2.0 design language, using the rare "subtraction" design concept of A-class cars to create a more high-end, atmospheric style, and the smooth design makes its sports atmosphere more intense. At the same time, as a sedan family car, the proportions and details are very wonderful, especially the crystal soul red and platinum steel gray car to further enhance its texture. But from a personal preference, I prefer hatchbacks, but unfortunately this generation of Mazda 3 Axelas was not introduced.
The interior styling design is extremely simple, the 8.8-inch floating central control screen is just right in size and position, while the steering wheel shape and multi-function buttons, as well as the small gear handle, make its interior not inferior to the appearance of the soul design. The 1.5L manual quality American version is the only manual transmission model in the car series, and it is also an entry-level model, although the central control part, door handle and steering wheel are plastic, but the overall visual effect is not cheap.
At the same time, the configuration is also not shabby, equipped with LED headlights, one-key start, 7-inch LCD instrument, 8.8-inch central control screen, CarPlay/CarLife, rear exhaust air outlet, reversing image, reversing radar, 8 airbags, etc., to meet the needs of the family.
In terms of power, the Mazda 3 Axela 1.5L engine is not eye-catching, its maximum power is 86kW, peak torque is 148N·m, and it matches a 6-speed manual transmission. There is a certain gap between the data level and the Previously introduced Civic HatchBACK, model, but the 1.5L model also inherits Mazda's consistent and accurate steering, coupled with the acceleration vector control system (GVC) upgraded GVC PLUS, which is known as Mazda's "black technology", which greatly improves the stability of the vehicle and greatly reduces the shaking of passengers in the car, plus the flexible suspension can give the body the support it deserves, perhaps it is not the fastest to drive. But it is one of the most enjoyable models to drive.
Because the manual transmission model is more difficult to learn and drive than the automatic transmission model, most people give priority to the automatic transmission when buying a car, the demand is less, and the sales volume is also less, so many manufacturers will rarely launch manual transmission models now. However, the unparalleled driving pleasure of the manual gear is incomparable to the automatic gear, so if you like to drive, then the manual gear model will definitely satisfy you in terms of driving pleasure. The three models recommended above are worth considering, if you like it, you have to grasp it, once the production is discontinued, you will never be able to buy it again.