It’s a sad day for #SaveTheManual types. While Jetta still offers a manual transmission, Volkswagen has opted to treat it as a punishment rather than a pleasure. It has been upgraded to a 6-speed (rather than the previous 5-speed), but it’s only available on the base S trim. That means no cool stuff if you #GiveAShift. I find this somewhat surprising considering that Jetta is available in a sporty R-Line trim, which would appeal to an enthusiast type who might prefer a manual transmission. But nope. The base price for the Jetta is with the manual, and you’ll add $800 if you upgrade to the 6-speed automatic transmission. The only option available at this point is the Driver Assistance Package ($450) with forward collision warning, autonomous braking and blind spot monitoring. No leather seats. No Digital Cockpit. No heated seats.
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