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Originally Posted by Asanelli
I understand that the manual has been recommended but I am wondering if this is the case why is the mpg rating higher on the automatic version? Makes me think an auto is the better route.
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The automatic can be calibrated to make the most of the EPA Mobile Sources dynamometer fuel economy testing,which they can't with a manual,since they can't control what the driver will do.
In 'real' life,the manual might be more efficient in the right hands,but EPA certification testing rules aren't flexible enough to accommodate this potentiality.
ROAD & TRACK has enlisted a lab to do their mpg testing,using an EPA-like lab strapped onto the car.Perhaps we'll be able to see some back-to-back comparisons over time.