Does the Tayron have a manual transmission?

[EvangelineFitz]

The Tayron does not have a manual transmission. Below is an introduction to the Tayron: 1. Powertrain: The Tayron offers three engine options: a 1.4T and two 2.0T engines with different power outputs. The 1.4T engine delivers a maximum power of 110 kW, while the low-power 2.0T engine produces 137 kW and the high-power 2.0T engine generates 162 kW. All models are equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission. 2. Exterior: The front design of the Tayron follows the family styling without surprise. The high front engine compartment gives it a robust appearance from any angle.

[DelCali]

I remember checking the configuration sheet of the Tayron a few years ago when helping a friend choose a car. Before the 2019 model, there was indeed a manual transmission version available, equipped with a 1.4T engine paired with a 5-speed manual gearbox, mainly offered in the entry-level trim. However, the current 2023 model lineup is all automatic transmission, and you can't even find a manual transmission car in the showroom anymore. In fact, most SUVs in the 200,000 yuan price range have phased out manual transmissions. On one hand, the cost of dual-clutch transmissions has come down, and on the other hand, more and more young people are directly learning to drive automatic transmission cars when getting their driver's license. Last month, when I went to the 4S dealership for maintenance, the salesperson mentioned that if you order a manual transmission car now, the manufacturer's production line doesn't even schedule it. If you really want one, you might have to consider looking for an older model in the used car market.

[McPhoebe]

As a user who has owned three generations of Volkswagen cars, I have indeed had experience with the manual transmission version of the Tayron. The early 280TSI version did offer a manual option, but it was gradually phased out after 2020. Now, the entire lineup comes standard with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission, and even the 230-horsepower 2.0T high-performance version no longer has a manual option. This is directly related to market demand: last year's SUV sales statistics showed that manual transmissions accounted for less than 3% of total sales, so manufacturers naturally adjusted their production lines. However, manual transmission enthusiasts need not despair, as models like the Jetta VS5, which share the same platform, still retain the 5MT configuration, with fuel consumption about 0.5L lower, although the chassis feel is indeed not as refined as the Tayron's.