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What is the speed range for manual transmission gear matching?

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StMia

08/28/25 8:08am

Manual transmission gear matching speeds are as follows: 1st gear - 10 km/h, 2nd gear - 30 km/h, 3rd gear - 40 km/h, 4th gear - 60 km/h, 5th gear - 80 km/h. Below are explanations about gear usage conditions and fuel-saving shifting methods: Gear usage conditions: 1st gear is used for normal starting or climbing very steep slopes. 2nd gear is used for low-speed driving or climbing steep slopes. 3rd gear is commonly used for urban driving. Fuel-saving shifting methods: When shifting gears, you can refer to both engine RPM and vehicle speed. The most fuel-efficient driving occurs when the engine operates near the RPM range of its peak torque output.

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Clay

09/10/25 6:16am

After driving manual transmission for over a decade, I've learned that gear shifting shouldn't solely rely on the speedometer - it's about combining rpm and actual driving conditions. For regular sedans: shift from 1st to 2nd at 15-20 km/h, 2nd to 3rd at 30-40 km/h, 3rd to 4th at 40-60 km/h, and engage 5th gear above 60 km/h for optimal performance. When climbing hills or carrying heavy loads, delay shifting until reaching 2,500 rpm to prevent stalling. For fuel efficiency, shifting around 2,000 rpm is most economical - the sweet spot is when the engine sound becomes smooth. Remember, clutch feel varies between vehicles; new and old cars may have 5-10 km/h difference in shift points, which you'll naturally adapt to through driving experience.

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