Manual all the way mate,better performance more economical and more fun :wink:

 

If fuel economy isn't an issue then imo auto, nice lazy drive, no clutch exercises when in traffic jambs.

Anyway, it will all be down to personal pref, i've driven auto and manual D40's and i much prefer the auto :wink:

 

As you're not paying for the fuel then I'd suggest the auto.

But don't expect it to be anything like your DSG, those things are amazing

 

I drive an auto for the reasons LT has mentioned above. I have driven the D40 manual and absolutely hated it. Couldn't imagine having to drive one in traffic. If you have the option then I would go auto all the way. :thumbright:

Additionally, I prefer the look of the auto gear selector than the monstrotity of a gear stick that are in the manuals.

 

AUTO no question :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance: :dance:

 

Manual all the way mate,better performance more economical and more fun :wink:

:lol: :wink:

 

[quote="Navman Joe":28gbwopo]Manual all the way mate,better performance more economical and more fun :wink:

:lol: :wink:[/quote:28gbwopo]

I might get an auto when i retire.... :lol: :lol: :lol:

 

Gordon,

I am in excactly the same position as you, mpg not an issue as wont be towing and all fuel will go thru my business, I really was not bothered about auto v manual, I was leaning toward manual but a cancelled auto order came up so I test drove the Pathfinder auto as well as a manual nav on the same day, obviously not quite the same car/truck but I ended up going with the auto which I get September 1st (stripy paint permitting :wink: ) I can only echo a comment made above it is a nicer finish inside and asthetically more pleasing on the eye

A big car/truck with auto is not the worst thing in the world, its not like its a 'drivers' car that would suffer not being manual, you wouldnt have an auto lotus elise same as you would not really have a manual modern range rover, some cars just suit manual or auto, this one I guess is down to personal preference, I dont excpect to be caning this around the countryside overtaking everything in sight so will be pretty happy with the auto... just my 2p worth :wink:

 

I've been driving auto's almost exclusively for about 10 years and there would have to be a huge incentive to make me change back.

One word of caution it's a huge difference driving auto off road, that said I now prefer it, the biggest advantage is changing gear without losing traction when you depress the clutch.

Downside lack of engine braking.

 

Auto all the way :thumbleft:

 

100% Auto...The box in the Navara is not bad at all actually 5 speed well geared....My references are my wife's Nissan Murano CVT, my Navara ;-), Audi 3.0 Quattro Tip, BMW 740i, BMW 750iL, Jaguar XJ etc...

Like it in auto...

 

I'm quite surprised having read this post how many owners have voted for the auto. I believe it's the best option and when I order my new Nav it will most definately be an auto. :thumbright:

 

I'm quite surprised having read this post how many owners have voted for the auto. I believe it's the best option and when I order my new Nav it will most definately be an auto. :thumbright:

Wheres all the manual boys when you need them for back up eh :lol:

 

I'm quite surprised having read this post how many owners have voted for the auto. I believe it's the best option and when I order my new Nav it will most definately be an auto. :thumbright:

Wheres all the manual boys when you need them for back up eh :lol:

They are all too tired to type mate. Their arms are tired from changing gear all day. :lol:

 

I'm quite surprised having read this post how many owners have voted for the auto. I believe it's the best option and when I order my new Nav it will most definately be an auto. :thumbright:

Wheres all the manual boys when you need them for back up eh :lol:

They are all too tired to type mate. Their arms are tired from changing gear all day. :lol:

:lol: Na they just know the manuals better :lol: Each to there own :wink:

 

Petrol auto
Diesel manual
Nuff said :thumbright:

 

Petrol auto
Diesel manual
Nuff said :thumbright:

Explain mate....You have to expand on your answers. It's like doing your GCSE's again.

 

Auto for me to, never stall it when bunny bashing like I use to the manual Discovery (Yes I saw the light and got rid of that one fast :mrgreen: )

 

Auto for me too, its so smooth compared with the manual having to wind it up through all 6 gears.......

 

Petrol auto
Diesel manual
Nuff said :thumbright:

Explain mate....You have to expand on your answers. It's like doing your GCSE's again.

Smoother and quieter petrol engines suit continual rev`s changing with auto box better than rattley diesels .
I had an old jeep 4.0l on gas auto(4 speed admittedly) and the smooth six cylinder engine was noisey enough between changes,would`nt wanted a diesel revving the same way.

 

Considering the clutch issues though........... buy an auto :lol:

 

You are all mad :? :lol:

 

Thanks for the advice - much appreciated.

Sounds like it's auto all the way....

At 70 on the motorway how many rpm is the engine doing in the auto & manual?

 

1500 - 2000rpm at 70mph in an auto mate.

 

Auto all the way !!!! All my commercial vehicles are auto, the DSG is rubbish compared witht eh Nav Auto ( ive just tried a VW Van with DSG) and its allways int he wrong gear at the wrong time, ive had the Nav auto for over 4 years now and am still happy with the auto box,
Ive had Bimmer Autos, Merc Autos, Audi DSG, and have to say the NAv Auto is up there with them all.


Only fault... it does hang out a bit long when you floor it, hang out to the extend of going off peak before changing gear, but for everyday use, its ACE