A manual transmission is a transmission system that's operated directly by the driver, typically by means of a gear shift and clutch, allowing you to select the gears on the fly for a more hands-on driving experience. Manual transmissions aren't as common these days as automatic or continuously variable transmissions, but you can still find manual transmissions on models like the new VW Jetta GLI, VW Jetta, VW Golf R, and VW Golf GTI. So, if you're interested in owning or leasing a new VW model with a manual transmission in Fairfield County, come see our selection in person at Prestige VW of Stamford.
Now, if you've never driven a car with a manual transmission, you might wonder why you'd want to have one on your next vehicle? Well, there's any number of reasons to choose a vehicle with a manual transmission, but one of the premier benefits is that manual transmissions are more affordable to maintain the long run. They have fewer moving parts than automatic or continuously variable transmission and use gear oil for lubrication, which has a longer usable lifespan than transmission fluid that's used for automatic or continuously variable transmissions. Of course, when you come to our VW service center near Greenwich and Norwalk, you can rest assured you'll find competitive rates on transmission service whether you own an automatic or manual vehicle.
Another great perk of manual transmissions is the fact that they offer you more control on the road. It's a much more tactile experience to shift from lower gears to higher ones as you pick up speed on the highway or downshifting to come to a stop more quickly, which is something you won't experience with a vehicle that's equipped with an automatic or continuously variable transmission.
But while we could go on and on about the advantages of having a manual transmission in your next vehicle, it's better to experience the prowess of these vehicles for yourself. Come reserve a test drive in a new VW vehicle with a manual transmission today at our dealership near Norwalk and Fairfield, CT.