Gearbox a little clunky

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zoylander
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Post by zoylander »

Why put up with the mechanical crudity of a manual gearbox and friction clutch, when Mazda's 6 speed torque converter automatic is one of the best in the business? Give your left foot a rest and enter the 21st century. You will never want to go back to a manual.
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BRY
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Post by BRY »

Yes I agree excellent gearbox I would never go back to Manual gearbox
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Post by Strangways »

I agree, that for an automatic gearbox, it does the job very well. However I would go back to a manual box if I didn't have my manual MX5. I find the auto keeps you too remote from what the car is doing. I just enjoy the more positive feel you get from a manual box which can't be replaced by an auto. I guess we all have our own preferences.
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The Cap'n
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Post by The Cap'n »

I wouldn't say it's "chunky" but I do get what you mean about the feedback. I for one prefer this when changing gears as it makes each gear change feel that much more decisive
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Post by pallydally »

Have a 2015 CX3 auto. 25K miles. Gearbox bearings failing and can't just replace those so needs new gearbox casing etc........ Mazda are you listening????????
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pallydally wrote: Tue Feb 18, 2020 6:20 pm ... Mazda are you listening????????
No, not to these forums. Claim on your extended warranty. If you haven't got one, ask a dealer to raise a goodwill claim with Mazda.
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