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Is an Automatic Transmission Car More Fuel-Consuming Than a Manual One?

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Leilani

09/02/25 4:44am

Whether an automatic transmission car is more fuel-consuming than a manual one depends on various factors, with the main ones being the driver's skill and the performance of the automatic transmission. From the perspective of the driver's skill, if the driver has excellent clutch and throttle coordination and precise timing for gear shifts, then a manual transmission car will have a slight advantage in fuel consumption over an automatic one. Below are the differences between manual and automatic transmission cars: 1. Transmission: Manual transmission cars use a manual gearbox, while automatic transmission cars use an automatic gearbox. 2. Price: Normally, for the same model level, manual transmission cars are cheaper than automatic ones. 3. Operation: Manual transmission cars are more difficult to operate than automatic ones. In a manual transmission car, the driver needs to manually change gears according to different speeds during driving, while also coordinating with the clutch. 4. Safety: Manual transmission cars are safer than automatic ones. In case of an emergency while driving, a manual transmission car can decelerate through methods like using the foot brake and changing gears, whereas an automatic transmission car can only decelerate by pressing the brake pedal.

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VonHailey

09/14/25 6:54am

Manual transmission cars are generally more fuel-efficient than automatics because the manual gearbox allows drivers to directly control the clutch and gear shifts, reducing energy losses in the automatic system's conversion. I remember driving a manual for years—maintaining low RPMs in city traffic could squeeze more kilometers per liter. Manuals require skill, like smooth starts and timely upshifts; when mastered, they can be 5% to 15% more efficient than automatics. But this isn't absolute—vehicle size matters too. Small-displacement hatchbacks favor manuals, while large SUVs with well-optimized automatics show smaller gaps. Poor driving habits, like aggressive acceleration, can even make manuals thirstier. In short: manuals save fuel but demand experience; automatics offer convenience but older tech consumes more.

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