Manual Transmissions Are Not Dead: These Are the Cars You Can Still Shift Yourself

Yes, a number of new cars still offer a manual transmission—primarily enthusiast-focused sports cars, a handful of sedans, and a few rugged trucks/SUVs—though the list has been shrinking. In recent years, stick-shifts have survived as halo offerings that emphasize driver engagement, while mainstream models have largely switched to automatics and electrified powertrains. Below is a current look at where you can still find a clutch pedal, how availability is changing, and what to watch if you’re shopping in 2024–2025.

Where you can still buy a new manual (U.S. market)

Manual availability in the U.S. is concentrated in performance nameplates, a few enthusiast sedans/hatches, and select off-road or midsize trucks. Trims and engines matter: in many cases, only specific variants offer a stick, and take-rates are low—so you may need to order.

Performance and sports cars offering a manual

These models emphasize driver involvement and continue to carry the manual torch, often as a no-cost option or trim-specific feature.

• Acura Integra A-Spec with Technology and Integra Type S — 6-speed manual
• BMW M2 — optional 6-speed manual
• BMW Z4 M40i — 6-speed manual package (U.S. availability returned for the refreshed model)
• Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing — 6-speed manual
• Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing — 6-speed manual
• Ford Mustang GT and Dark Horse — 6-speed manual (EcoBoost is automatic-only)
• Honda Civic Si — 6-speed manual (sedan)
• Honda Civic Type R — 6-speed manual (hatch)
• Mazda MX-5 Miata — 6-speed manual (wide availability by trim)
• Nissan Z (Sport/Performance) — 6-speed manual; NISMO is automatic-only
• Porsche 911 — select variants (e.g., Carrera T, GT3) offer manuals
• Porsche 718 Boxster/Cayman — 6-speed manual on select trims while ICE production continues
• Subaru BRZ — 6-speed manual on multiple trims
• Subaru WRX — 6-speed manual on select trims
• Toyota GR86 — available 6-speed manual
• Toyota GR Corolla — 6-speed manual only
• Toyota GR Supra (3.0-liter) — available 6-speed manual

Availability and trim packaging can shift with model-year updates, especially among performance variants; always verify the specific trim and transmission on the build-and-price tool or dealer order guide.

Sedans and hatchbacks (enthusiast-oriented)

Outside of pure sports cars, a small set of enthusiast sedans/hatches keep the manual alive.

• Volkswagen Jetta GLI — 6-speed manual available (check trims; GTI/R manuals ended in the U.S. after 2024)
• Acura Integra (as noted above) — 6-speed manual in A-Spec Tech and Type S
• Honda Civic Si — 6-speed manual (not offered on non-Si Civic trims in recent model years)

Mainstream compact and midsize cars have largely phased out stick-shifts in the U.S., leaving enthusiast-oriented trims as the primary manual options in this category.

Trucks and SUVs offering a manual

Manuals survive in a small number of off-road-focused SUVs and midsize trucks that prize durability and driver control.

• Jeep Wrangler (3.6L V6) — 6-speed manual on multiple trims
• Jeep Gladiator (3.6L V6) — 6-speed manual on select trims
• Toyota Tacoma — 6-speed manual on specific lower trims/engine pairings

Manual-equipped trucks/SUVs are typically limited to specific configurations; emissions and towing packages can constrain availability, so confirm the exact combination you want before ordering.

Ultra-low-volume exotics that still offer a stick

A few niche, high-end manufacturers continue to engineer manual gearboxes for purist appeal despite tiny volumes.

• Lotus Emira V6 — available 6-speed manual
• Pagani Utopia — 7-speed manual (very limited production)
• Gordon Murray Automotive T.33 — 6-speed manual (ultra-limited, specialty market)

These exotics demonstrate that, at the very top end, there remains a market for handcrafted manual gearboxes—even if supply is scarce and prices are stratospheric.

What’s recently gone away or is changing

The trend line is clear: many once-manual nameplates have switched to automatics or ended production, particularly as new generations prioritize efficiency, emissions, and electrification.

• Chevrolet Camaro — discontinued after 2024
• Dodge Challenger/Charger (previous gen) — discontinued; manual availability ended with the old models
• Volkswagen Golf GTI and Golf R (U.S.) — manual ended after 2024 (GTI 380 was the farewell)
• MINI Hardtop — manual returned briefly on late F56 models but the new generation in the U.S. is largely automatic-only
• Hyundai Elantra N (U.S.) — manual dropped in recent refresh; DCT only
• Honda Civic (non-Si) — manual discontinued on most trims in recent years
• Subaru Impreza and Crosstrek — manuals discontinued with latest generations
• Nissan Versa — manual option removed in recent model years in the U.S.

If you’re cross-shopping used and new, keep in mind that a manual might have been offered only in prior model years; verify the specific year/trim before you hunt for inventory.

Why manuals persist—and where they’re headed

Manuals have shrunk to roughly 1–2% of U.S. sales, but they punch above their weight in brand identity and enthusiast loyalty. Carmakers keep them alive in halo products (e.g., Cadillac Blackwings, Porsche 911/718, GR models, BRZ/WRX, M2/Mustang/Miata) to signal driving purity and differentiate from increasingly seamless automatics and EVs. Regulatory pressure, fuel economy targets, and rapid electrification mean the roster will likely keep tightening, but manufacturers with strong enthusiast franchises have publicly committed to offering a stick as long as there’s demand and it fits the engineering package.

Shopping tips if you want a manual

Finding a new manual often takes planning and flexibility. Here’s how to improve your odds.

• Use build-and-price tools and read order guides to pinpoint the exact trims/engines that pair with a manual.
• Be prepared to place a factory order; many dealers don’t stock manual cars due to low take-rates.
• Check regional availability; emissions packages or state allocations can limit what’s on the ground.
• Consider timing: model-year transitions can add or delete manual options with little notice.
• Broaden your search radius and set alerts—enthusiast trims can sell quickly.

With a specific configuration in mind and a willingness to order, you can still land a new, three-pedal car—especially in the performance segments listed above.

Bottom line

Manual transmissions are rare but very much still available, concentrated in enthusiast favorites (Miata, GR86/BRZ, Civic Si/Type R, GR Corolla, Mustang, M2), select luxury-performance models (Porsche 911/718, Cadillac Blackwings, BMW Z4 M40i), and a few rugged trucks/SUVs (Wrangler, Gladiator, Tacoma). Availability changes by trim and year, so confirm the details before you shop, but if you want to row your own gears in 2024–2025, you still have solid options.

Which 2025 cars have manual transmission?

Every New Car With a Manual Transmission in 2025

• 2025 Acura Integra / Credit: Acura.
• 2025 BMW M2 / Credit: BMW.
• 2025 BMW M3 / Credit: BMW.
• 2025 BMW M4 Coupe / Credit: BMW.
• 2025 BMW Z4 / Credit: BMW.
• 2025 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing / Credit: Cadillac.
• 2025 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing / Credit: Cadillac.

What cars still offer a manual transmission?

Many cars still offer a manual transmission for the 2025 model year, including performance models like the Acura Integra Type S, BMW M2/M3/M4, Ford Mustang, Honda Civic Type R/Si, Hyundai Elantra N, Porsche 911/718 series, Toyota GR86/GR Corolla/GR Supra, and the Subaru WRX/BRZ. You can also find them in some trucks and SUVs, such as the Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco, and Toyota Tacoma, and even in some non-performance models like the Mazda 3, Nissan Z, and the Volkswagen Jetta GLI. 
Performance and Enthusiast Cars 

• Acura: Integra
• BMW: M2, M3, M4, Z4
• Cadillac: CT4-V Blackwing, CT5-V Blackwing
• Ford: Mustang
• Honda: Civic Si, Civic Type R
• Hyundai: Elantra N
• Lotus: Emira
• Mazda: MX-5 Miata
• Nissan: Z
• Porsche: 718 Boxster, 718 Cayman, 911
• Subaru: BRZ, WRX
• Toyota: GR86, GR Corolla, GR Supra
• Volkswagen: Jetta GLI

Trucks and SUVs 

• Ford: Bronco
• Jeep: Wrangler
• Toyota: Tacoma

Other Mainstream Options 

• Mazda: Mazda3 Hatchback
• Nissan: Versa

Can I still get a car with a manual transmission?

Yes, however the number of vehicles that can be ordered with a manual is small and gets smaller every year. Also you’d be hard pressed to find a vehicle with a manual transmission on a dealer lot, so your probably going to have to special order it.

Does anyone still make manual cars?

Yes, many manufacturers still produce manual transmission vehicles, although they are less common than automatics, with options often found in performance cars and some trucks. For 2025, you can find manual options in models like the Ford Mustang, Toyota GR Corolla, Toyota GR86, Toyota Tacoma, and BMW M models, among others.
 
Why Manuals Are Still Available

• Enthusiast Appeal: Manuals remain popular with car enthusiasts who prefer the engagement and connection to the driving experience. 
• Performance and Sporty Vehicles: Many high-performance cars and “hot hatchbacks” still offer a manual transmission as a core feature. 
• Off-Road Capability: Some off-road-focused vehicles, like the Jeep Gladiator and Toyota Tacoma, include manual transmission options. 

Examples of Manual Cars (as of 2025) 

• Toyota: GR Corolla, GR86, GR Supra, and Tacoma models
• Ford: Mustang models, including the GT and Dark Horse
• BMW: The M2, M3, and M4 are still available with manual transmissions
• Honda: The performance-oriented Civic Si and Type R models
• Porsche: Some models in the 718 lineup

Trends

• Declining Numbers: The overall number of new vehicles with manual transmissions has decreased significantly over the years. 
• Niche Market: Manuals have become a niche option, but they are expected to persist in certain segments. 
• Electrification: The shift towards electric vehicles is a factor contributing to the decline of manual transmissions in new car production.