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Manual Trans vs Auto 2020 - What's lost?

Discussion in '3rd Gen. Tacomas (2016-2023)' started by tc06, Sep 3, 2019.

  1. Sep 3, 2019 at 10:44 AM
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    tc06

    tc06 [OP] New Member

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    I'm finally going to upgrade my 06 when the 2020 roll out. Been waiting on CarPlay. I'd love to get another MT, but I know some things are lost when you opt for that. For example, the smart key isn't available in the MT. What other things should I be aware aren't in an MT. If it matters, I'm aiming towards a TRD Sport or Off Road.
     
  2. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:10 AM
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    CaptAmerica

    CaptAmerica Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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  3. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:12 AM
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    Shellshock

    Shellshock King Shit of Turd Island

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    You lose the smart key. Outside of that, nothing really. No MTS or CRAWL but you get ATRAC.

    You also get a transmission that won’t drive you bonkers after a week
     
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  4. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:13 AM
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    m603holden

    m603holden @Koditten Pirate Radio member #063

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  5. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:14 AM
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    Sun glass holder in MT
     
  6. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:15 AM
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    CaptAmerica

    CaptAmerica Asphalt Avenger! TTC#13

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    You also lose DCLB option. That was a deal-breaker for me.
     
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  7. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:25 AM
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    Yes! Best part of getting MT taco.
     
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  8. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:27 AM
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    you can't get SR5 with a stick anymore (major bummer).

    you can't get the premium audio system with a stick (smaller bummer).

    get the stick. :burnrubber:
     
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  9. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:41 AM
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    The sunglass holder may seal my decision towards MT. I would have never guessed that would be a casualty of going Auto. No long bed is ok by me. Wouldn't fit in my garage anyway. lol
     
  10. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:54 AM
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    The manual should save about $2,000
     
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  11. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:57 AM
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    Clearwater Bill

    Clearwater Bill Never answer an anonymous letter

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    I'd consider that a gain...........
     
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  12. Sep 3, 2019 at 11:59 AM
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    Control.
     
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