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Is an AT Transmission a Manual-Automatic Transmission?

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McReese

07/25/25 12:18pm

An AT transmission is not a manual-automatic transmission. Here are the specific details about AT transmissions: 1. An AT transmission is an automatic transmission. Some AT transmissions have a manual mode, while others do not. A manual-automatic transmission refers to a certain type of automatic transmission that includes manual shifting, indicating a structural form of the transmission. 2. An AT transmission is a relatively common type of automatic transmission, containing many planetary gears inside, which rely on planetary gears to change speed and torque. 3. An AT transmission connects to the engine via a torque converter. This type of transmission offers relatively smooth shifting and has high reliability and durability.

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KylieDella

08/11/25 8:16pm

AT transmission usually refers to an automatic transmission, which primarily relies on hydraulics and gears to shift gears automatically without requiring manual operation from the driver. However, a manual-automatic transmission (often called "manumatic") adds a manual mode on top of this, allowing the driver to manually upshift or downshift like with a manual transmission. Therefore, not all AT transmissions are manual-automatic; pure AT cars only have automatic functionality, but many newer models integrate this manual feature. I've driven many car models, such as the Toyota Prius, which is a pure AT, while certain BMW models come with paddle shifters, making driving more flexible—especially on mountain roads or off-road, where manual speed control can reduce brake wear. If the transmission lacks this feature, prolonged downhill driving might rely solely on the D (Drive) mode and brakes, which can be tiring. When buying a used car, I recommend test-driving first to understand the differences—don’t just rely on marketing hype.

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