Difference Between Tiptronic and Manual Transmission?
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Tiptronic belongs to the category of automatic transmissions, featuring both manual and automatic shifting modes. The following are the differences between the two: Manual Transmission: A manual transmission is like what you learn in driving school - left foot for clutch, right foot for accelerator and brake. You shift gears as needed. The advantages include fuel efficiency, lower cost, and the so-called driving pleasure. The downside is that it can be tiring to drive in urban areas for extended periods. Tiptronic: Tiptronic is essentially an automatic transmission with an added manual gear selection function. It allows manual control of gear shifting up and down. However, this is only simulated and fundamentally different from a true manual transmission.