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    2018 Mazdaspeed6 TURBO Auto?

    We Have No One To Blame For The Manual-Less Turbo Mazda6 But Ourselves



    Today, we got the official look and specs of the new 2018 Mazda6, which will come with a torquey turbocharged engine. Awesome! What was not so awesome was the fact that the turbocharged version will not come with a manual option. Goddammit, you guys!

    I sat down with Masashi Otsuka today, who is Mazda’s Vice President of R&D and Design. According to him, the Mazda6 won’t come with a manual option because there just isn’t enough U.S.-customer demand to justify it. Mazda does believe that a turbocharged engine mated to a manual transmission is exciting, “but for the business, it is difficult.”


    There is a manual diesel Mazda6 in Europe, because of course there is. There’s just more customer willingness there to drive manuals. “Everything is customer demand,” Otsuka said. (If it matters at all, you can get a Honda Accord with the turbocharged engine and a manual.)

    However! It didn’t sound like the idea of a manual Mazda6 was completely out, though. “Today, it’s not available,” Otsuka told me. “But we are studying for the future. If the customers make a buzz: ‘Make a manual,’ then our management can make a decision.”



    You hear that, purists? If you make enough noise, you might be able to change Mazda’s mind. And if I know purists, I also know that you are incredibly good at making noise. Especially when you are outraged.

    Here’s some other stuff you can try to change Mazda’s mind about, too. Right now, an all-wheel-drive Mazda6 is not currently in the works. But, for regions that experience inclement weather, Mazda does want to offer up some options.

    “The company is very much behind AWD,” a listening Mazda spokesperson chimed in. “It’s on our radar. We are listening.”



    I asked about potential upcoming Mazdaspeed options. Otsuka hummed and was quiet for a second. He finally said that the current situation is “difficult.”

    Really, I think it comes down to profit. If enough people convince Mazda that certain things (like an AWD Mazdaspeed6 with a manual) make financial sense, then Mazda will probably do it. We just have to make a ruckus. A loud enough ruckus.

    And then perhaps not all hope will be lost.





    source; https://jalopnik.com/we-have-no-one-...zda-1820862570
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    Current Miata AND Mazdaspeed-3 owner here.

    Dear Mazda North America, not offering a stick shift makes this car is a "no go" for me as far as trading in any of my cars.

    I will keep my MANUAL Miata and my MANUAL Mazdaspeed3 Turbo

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    A lot of the current autos with paddles are terrific to drive. I wouldn't hate it if it has that feature. It would be a more livable sports sedan.

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    I had an '06 Speed6 and would definitely buy another one. Let's be honest though, Mazda is a small manufacturer and has to be more aware of their bottom line than most car makers. While they have always made their Speed versions with manuals, they would be able to sell more as autos. If that is what it takes for us enthusiasts to be able to enjoy the fruits of their labors then so be it. Also keep in mind that the number of people who say they will buy something is usually much greater than those who actually plunk down their money (have any of you been involved in a group buy?). I did read something elsewhere that said the architecture of the new 6 chassis is such that they would have to redesign some of it in order to fit an AWD system.
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    Quote Originally Posted by chiefmg View Post
    I did read something elsewhere that said the architecture of the new 6 chassis is such that they would have to redesign some of it in order to fit an AWD system.
    Mazda 6 with Farmer-fuel comes with awd.
    I dont see why having awd with gas would require a redesign...


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    Quote Originally Posted by kung fu jesus View Post
    A lot of the current autos with paddles are terrific to drive. I wouldn't hate it if it has that feature. It would be a more livable sports sedan.
    I sometimes fall asleep at the wheel in Autos, especially night time driving, I need manual to stay awake

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    Might I suggest...


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    Quote Originally Posted by Phatmiata View Post
    I sometimes fall asleep at the wheel in Autos, especially night time driving, I need manual to stay awake
    The problem is that in Florida you have flat terrain, grid pattern roads, and nice pavement.

    We solved that problem in Michigan.
    We have giant pot holes to avoid, bumpy pavement, and continuous construction.
    It keeps you alert!
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