Most vehicles offer plenty of options these days, but one thing that's become rarer is a new car with a Mazda manual transmission. If you're looking for this classic kind of transmission, the dealers here at Heritage Mazda Catonsville can help you find a vehicle that offers it. While we're at it, let's talk about transmissions in general and how the different types work.
Manual Transmission
A transmission changes gears and allows your car to send the right amount of power to your wheels. When you have a manual transmission, you have to change these gears on your own. This involves using a clutch and shifting gears as you change speeds in your vehicle.
This is the transmission that has been around the longest. It's also the least complex to maintain. Another advantage of manual transmissions is fuel efficiency, but its slight edge in this area has eroded as automatic transmissions have improved.
The downside of a manual transmission is that it takes a bit more work than an automatic. There are some ins and outs to learn, and some drivers don't have the patience to ever learn how to “drive stick.”
As a result, fewer models have manual drivetrains these days. The 2022 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2023 Mazda3 are among our only cars that offer the option.
Automatic Transmission
This transmission changes those gears for you automatically as your travel speed increases. This is obviously easier for most drivers to deal with. As a result, all of our Mazda models and most cars available today can be equipped with an automatic transmission.
No matter what kind of transmission or options you're looking for, visit our Mazda dealership near Baltimore. We can answer all of your questions about our lineup of vehicles, and we won't rest until we help you find one that offers the amazing driving experience you've been searching for.
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