Every New Vehicle in Canada with a Manual Transmission: 2026

It’s been over 70 years since manual transmission vehicles outsold automatics. Despite losing the majority share in the late 1950s, manuals remained a popular, low-cost, and fuel-efficient option into the 1980s. Today, fewer than one in 10 new models offer a three-pedal setup, with the majority concentrated in performance cars, sports cars, and hot hatches, with a few off-roaders and one truck.

2026 Acura Integra

Acura’s fifth-generation Integra compact luxury car remains a driver’s delight, with a six-speed manual available on the front-wheel-drive $46,675 (Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price) Elite A-Spec and standard on the performance variant, the $58,400 Type S.

When rowing through the Acura’s gears, you’ll find short, crisp, highly tactile throws that remove any of the "rubber-band" delays of the Integra Elite A-Spec’s standard continuously variable transmission (CVT). A rev-matching feature automatically blips the throttle during downshifts, ensuring perfect stability when braking hard into corners. Plus, opting for the manual gets you a Helical Limited-Slip Differential, which mechanically channels torque to the front wheel with the most grip, sharpening cornering and reducing understeer.

As for power, the Integra Type S uses a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder with 320 horsepower, while the Elite A-Spec has a 1.5-litre turbo four with 200 hp.

2026 BMW M2 Coupe

With the Z4 Roadster put out to pasture, only two new BMWs offer a manual. The first is the high-performance compact two-door M2 Coupe.

A massive step up from lesser 2 Series coupes, the $83,500 rear-wheel-drive M2 Coupe features a 3.0-litre twin-turbo straight-six with 473 horsepower, and a standard six-speed manual with an optional eight-speed automatic. The small BMW’s manual offers a precise, analog experience.

The manual’s Gear Shift Assistant automatically blips the throttle for seamless downshifts. Still, unlike many competitors, BMW allows you to fully turn off this system if you practice the heel-and-toe braking method. Other performance add-ons include BMW’s Active M Differential and Adaptive M Suspension.

2026 BMW M4 Coupe

The BMW M4 Coupe offers a longer wheelbase, upscale interior, and larger trunk than the M2. It pairs with a similar 473-horsepower twin-turbo six but delivers only 406 pound-feet of torque (lower than the M4 xDrive's 479 lb-ft) to protect the manual transmission's clutch.

In the two-door version of the M3 sedan, the M4’s manual gearbox features auto rev-matching for smooth downshifts. Purists can completely turn off this feature via the iDrive setup menu to execute traditional heel-and-toe shifting.

While the M4’s $98,500 MSRP may stretch your budget, opting for the automatic gearbox and all-wheel drive on the M4 Competition xDrive adds $9,000 to the price, triggering Canada’s federal luxury tax on new vehicles priced over $100,000.

2026 Cadillac CT4-V Blackwing

BMW doesn’t offer a manual in its compact high-performance M3 sedan. But Cadillac does with the CT4-V Blackwing.

The standard all-wheel-drive CT4-V starts at $61,819 with a turbocharged 2.7-litre four-cylinder (325 hp). The $72,899 CT4-V Blackwing is rear-wheel drive, with a twin-turbo 3.6L V6 (472 hp) and a six-speed manual.

Working the manual in the CT4-V Blackwing delivers a pure, analog driving experience. It also features No-Lift Shifting that allows drivers to shift gears with the accelerator pinned. A Rev-Matching feature includes driver-selectable, automatic downshift throttle blips. Lighter titanium parts and engine internals let the V6 rev faster than the automatic, and other standard performance hardware includes Magnetic Ride Control 4.0 adaptive suspension, Brembo high-performance brakes, and an electronic limited-slip differential.

2026 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing

Are you looking for a manual-transmission sports sedan with a monstrous supercharged V8 engine, significantly faster straight-line acceleration, a more spacious mid-size cabin, and stronger overall road presence than the CT4-V Blackwing? Just replace the “4” with a “5”.

The CT5-V Blackwing gets a supercharged 6.2-litre V8 producing 668 horsepower. With its Tremec 6-speed manual and twin-disc clutch, the Caddy sedan delivers full power to the rear wheels with a tactile, notched shifter feel.

The highest-performing CT5 starts at $111,599 (plus Canadian luxury tax). But note: 2026 is the final CT5-V Blackwing production year, possibly your last chance to buy a new rear-drive, manual V8 sedan in Canada.

2026 Ford Bronco

Many off-roaders swear by manual transmissions when venturing in challenging terrain. They allow drivers to select a specific gear, avoid the overheating risks common with automatic torque converters, and bump-start the engine if the battery or starter fails. This is why Ford offers a manual transmission in most of its Bronco SUV trims.

The $51,765 Bronco Base two-door comes with a Getrag seven-speed manual (with crawler gear) mated to a turbocharged 2.3-litre four-cylinder engine making up to 300 hp on premium fuel.

The manual’s Crawler Gear provides a 94.75:1 crawl ratio with the 4x4 transfer case. Anti-Stall Rock Creeping lets the Bronco move at 1 mph with no pedal input. The available Sasquatch Package adds locking differentials and 35-inch mud tires for more off-road capability.

2026 Ford Mustang

If paved roads and race tracks are more your type of driving, Ford has one manual gearbox model left: the rear-wheel-drive Mustang 2+2 sports coupe.

The six-speed manual is exclusive to the V8-powered Mustangs; turbocharged four-cylinder models get a 10-speed automatic.

The most affordable way to get a manual transmission in a Mustang is the $52,930 GT Fastback. It makes 480 horsepower or 486 with the optional active valve performance exhaust. Standard rev-matching automatically blips the throttle on downshifts. Plus, manual GT Performance Packages unlock a shorter 3.73 TORSEN limited-slip rear axle, giving you more aggressive mechanical leverage than automatic equivalents.

Upgrading to the 500-horsepower $73,220 Mustang Dark Horse swaps the standard gearbox for a Tremec six-speed. This track-hardened transmission is completely different from the GT's gearbox, featuring an exclusive titanium-anodized blue shift knob, no-lift shifting, and a transmission cooler.

2026 Honda Civic

As other Civic compact sedan and hatchback trims have fully transitioned to CVTs, if you want to use a clutch pedal in a Honda, you’ll need to pop for the dedicated high-performance Civic Si Sedan or the track-ready Civic Type R.

The $36,700 Civic Si and the about-$10k-more-expensive Acura Integra Elite A-Spec share a 200-horsepower turbocharged 1.5-litre engine, as well as a slick six-speed gearbox and helical limited-slip differential, but they target different buyers. The Honda is strictly a traditional four-door sedan, while the Acura is a more practical hatch.

The $53,850 Civic Type R is a much more extreme, track-oriented performance hatchback. The Type R and the $ 5k-pricier Integra Type S share the same core platform, manual transmission, and 2.0-litre turbocharged four-cylinder engine. But the Honda makes 315 horsepower and is tuned with a stiffer, track-focused suspension setup, while the Acura gets a small bump to 320 hp from a freer-flowing exhaust and a more compliant daily-drive ride quality with adaptive dampers.

2026 Hyundai Elantra N

Smack dab between the pair of manual Civics is Hyundai’s Elantra N and the hotter N TCR Edition.

The manual $40,949 Elantra N saves you about $1,600 and sheds roughly 50 kilograms compared to the heavier automatic-transmission version. Standard rev-matching features a dedicated steering wheel button to toggle automatic downshift throttle blips for cornering stability. The shift-your-own gearbox is also a good match for the 276-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine and the standard electronic limited-slip differential, which help aggressively carve race-track apexes.

The $47,599 2026 Hyundai Elantra N TCR Edition is a limited-run, street-legal tribute to Hyundai's Touring Car Racing world tour success. Instead of adding raw horsepower, the TCR Edition focuses heavily on track-oriented aerodynamics, premium braking hardware, and unsprung weight reduction. It carries a base MSRP of $47,599.

2026 Jeep Wrangler

The Jeep Wrangler is the direct rival to the Ford Bronco. They are the only two body-on-frame, open-air 4x4 SUVs with removable doors and roofs on the Canadian market.

Like the Ford, the Jeep continues to support three-pedal purists by offering a six-speed manual transmission across most trim levels. It’s a no-cost option paired exclusively with the 285-horsepower 3.6-litre six-cylinder engine, but with a starting price advantage at $43,995.

Combining the physical shifter with the Wrangler’s low-range 4x4 transfer case provides extreme crawl ratios, generating higher torque at slow wheel speeds. The Descent Engine Braking feature allows drivers to use compression engine braking down snowy or muddy trails, keeping brakes cool and maximizing tire grip.

2026 Lotus Emira

If you want to tap into the Lotus brand’s longtime reputation of making cars for driving enthusiasts who like to change their own gears (such as the Seven, Elan, and Elise), the lone model in its current Canadian lineup is the $154,900 Emira V6 SE.

The Emira’s slick-shifting six-speed manual features a gorgeous mesh-covered cutout beneath the centre console, letting you visually watch the physical mechanical linkage move with every shift. It’s hooked up to a supercharged 3.5-litre six-cylinder engine (sourced from Toyota) making 400 horsepower. To deliver more feel from the road, the rear-wheel-drive Lotus 2-seater also retains a traditional hydraulic steering rack, a feature almost entirely abandoned by modern competitors such as the Porsche 718 Cayman.

2026 Mazda3 Sport

Starting at $37,690, the Mazda3 Sport compact hatchback is competitive with rivals in price, but tips the scales in its favour by offering more premium standard features, such as a 12-speaker Bose audio system, a head-up Active Driving Display, a 360-degree view monitor, and leather-trimmed seating.

The six-speed manual transmission in the front-wheel-drive Mazda3 Sport GT hatchback remains a unique choice for Canadian driving enthusiasts. It is the lightest variant in the Mazda3 lineup, weighing under 1,400 kilograms. Plus, the 186-horsepower naturally aspirated 2.5-litre four-cylinder offers linear throttle response, and avoids any artificial speaker noise or mandatory rev-matching software.

Objectively, the Mazda compact hatch offers versatile cargo space (expandable to 1,334 litres with the rear seats folded) wrapped in a subjectively sleek design.

2026 Mazda MX-5

While the Mazda3 Sport GT is a more practical hatchback, the MX-5 is a pure, two-seat, rear-wheel-drive sports car. The Mazda’s 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine’s 181 horsepower won’t knock your socks off, but its six-speed manual features one of the absolute best short-throw gearboxes in automotive history, offering direct mechanical linkage right into the transmission tunnel.

Enthusiasts will also enjoy the MX-5’s mechanical limited-slip differential. It’s standard on manual GS-P and GT trims, boosting cornering stability. The Mazda’s Kinematic Posture Control subtly brakes the inner rear wheel to reduce body roll. Plus, options like the Brembo/BBS/Recaro package or standard Bilstein dampers are on the menu.

The MX-5 comes as a $39,090 manual soft top or a $45,890 power-retractable fastback that offers lower cabin noise at highway speeds and better insulation against harsh Canadian winters.

2026 Nissan Z

One size up from the petite Mazda, the Nissan Z offers a six-speed manual transmission paired with a 400-horsepower twin-turbo six-cylinder engine, blending classic rear-drive sports-car feel and modern performance.

Standard Z features include a SyncroRev Match for smooth downshifts, Launch Control (standard on Performance trims), an Exedy high-performance clutch to handle the power, and a standard carbon fibre driveshaft that improves throttle response.

The base Nissan Z Sport trim starts at $50,998. The $61,998 Z Performance keeps the six-speed manual but adds high-performance upgrades, including a mechanical limited-slip differential, larger sport brakes, SynchroRev Match technology, and a premium eight-speaker Bose audio system.

Although the flagship Z NISMO remains exclusively paired with a nine-speed automatic transmission, a manual transmission option will debut globally on the 2027 model.

2027 Porsche 911

Only three Porsche models offer a manual in Canada: both from the 911 family and rear-drive only.

First up is the $155,800 Carrera T Coupe or Cabriolet. It is only available with a 6-speed manual, a twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre 6-cylinder engine making 388 horsepower, an open-pore walnut shift knob, rear-seat delete (to make it a 2-seater), and a shorter shift lever with GT3 linkages.

Enthusiasts will find these manual Carreras are the lightest, saving about 35 kilograms over their comparable automatic transmission versions. They also include rear-axle steering, Porsche Torque Vectoring, and a lowered Porsche Active Suspension Management sport suspension.

In August, Porsche added the $177,500 Carrera S with MT Package to its North American lineup. Powered by the brand’s legendary flat-six, making 473 hp, the latest manual model will borrow some lightweight gear from the Carrera T (including centre-lock wheels, plus optional carbon bucket seats, and ceramic composite brakes).

Finally, the $245,300 Porsche 911 GT3 and GT3 Touring. Both offer a six-speed GT Sport manual (or an automatic, if you must). The manual is about 17 kilograms lighter. It gets a robust 4.0-litre version of Porsche’s unique naturally aspirated flat-six with 502 horsepower.

2026 Subaru BRZ

Choosing the manual transmission over the automatic in a Subaru BRZ completely transforms the 2+2 rear-wheel-drive sports car's personality and financial value.

Starting at $33,395, the manual is the standard gearbox. Choosing it saves you roughly $2,000 upfront compared to the Sport Tech automatic transmission ($37,895). It features short, crisp throws and a physical mechanical linkage. Manual trims also come standard with a mechanical Torsen limited-slip differential.

The 228-horsepower naturally aspirated 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine makes its power high in the rev range. So the manual lets you hold gears all the way to the 7,000-rpm redline without an automatic computer upshifting early. The manual also sheds roughly 20 kilograms over the automatic. This keeps the BRZ’s total weight under 1,300 kilograms, sharpening front-end cornering agility on twisty back roads.

2026 Subaru WRX

The six-speed manual transmission in the Subaru WRX compact sports sedan is a unique choice if you are looking for year-round performance and mechanical control.

The WRX features a turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine producing 271 horsepower. Unlike the automatic variant, the manual uses a mechanical continuous all-wheel drive system with a viscous-coupling locking center differential. This locks a strict 50:50 power split for superior traction in heavy snow. The manual also allows drivers to maximize the boxer engine's performance without early automatic upshifts. Other standard specs include an 11.6-inch tablet touchscreen and EyeSight safety assist.

Choosing the manual WRX also saves buyers about $5k up front, as prices start at $38,595, compared to the $43,595 automatic Sport Tech trim.

2026 Toyota GR86

The Toyota GR86 manual shares a mechanical platform and powertrain with the Subaru BRZ but brings its own distinct personality and pricing structure.

If you like your rear-drive sports car to drift on a track, the GR86, compared to the BRZ, features stiffer rear anti-roll bars and a unique suspension setup. This encourages sharper turn-in and controllable power slides compared to the more stable BRZ. The Toyota’s Torsen Limited-Slip Differential, standard on all trims, sends power instantly to the rear wheel with the most traction.

The manual GR86 is also the better buy if you are on a budget. Prices start at $32,895 for the base manual variant. The automatic version starts at $38,210. Note that the price includes all the goodies (18-inch matte-black wheels, a duckbill spoiler, and heated seats) also available on the $35,951 Premium manual trim.

2026 Toyota GR Corolla

With Subaru no longer offering a hatchback version of its WRX, the six-speed manual transmission in the all-wheel-drive Toyota GR Corolla provides a unique, rally-bred hot hatch driving experience.

The Toyota’s manual lets drivers hold gears to keep the heavily boosted, 300-horsepower three-cylinder engine directly inside its peak 295 lb-ft torque band, avoiding the parasitic power loss of the automatic. It also pairs with a physical console dial allowing you to manually lock front-to-rear torque splits (60:40, 50:50, or rear-biased 30:70). A rev-matching feature is accessed via a dashboard button that activates flawless, automatic downshift throttle blips for high-speed stability. Plus, for the 2026 models, there’s additional structural adhesive to the body, sharpening steering response through the three-pedal setup.

The manual GR Corolla Core trim serves as the baseline entry point, keeping the MSRP at $50,295 and saving you $59,837 in premium over the automatic trim.

2026 Toyota GR Supra

While BMW Canada no longer lists its Z4 Roadster on sale, Toyota is still offering the mechanically similar rear-wheel drive GR Supra. While they share much, like a 382-horsepower 3.0-litre six-cylinder, the BMW and Toyota deliver very different experiences.

The GR Supra is strictly a fixed-roof coupe, is lighter and stiffer, and utilizes a track-focused fixed-ratio steering rack. Shaving roughly 22 kilograms off the automatic version enhances the Toyota’s 50:50 weight balance and front-end cornering agility. It uses a large-diameter clutch with a reinforced diaphragm spring to handle the full 368 lb-ft of torque. Switchable rev-matching automatically blips the throttle for smooth corner entry, but it can be fully deactivated in Sport Mode for traditional heel-and-toe driving.

For the few remaining in stock, the GR Supra starts at $63,375.

2026 Toyota Tacoma

The Tacoma stands out as the only mid-size pickup truck on the market to offer a stick shift. The six-speed manual transmission is exclusively paired with the gas-only Double Cab configuration with a five-foot short bed.

The Tacoma manual’s Clutch Start Cancel off-road feature allows drivers to start the truck in gear using the starter motor. This lets you move forward on steep, rocky inclines or out of deep mud without touching the clutch pedal or slipping backward. There's also automatic rev-matching. It uses Toyota’s switchable iMT software, which automatically blips the throttle on downshifts for smooth deceleration on slippery Canadian winter roads.

Prices start at $50,470 for the Tacoma TRD Off-Road. It comes equipped with Bilstein remote-reservoir shocks, an electronic locking rear differential, and rugged all-terrain tires.

One downside to choosing the stick: it cannot be paired with the i-FORCE MAX hybrid trims and slightly reduces the Tacoma's turbocharged 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine's output to 270 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

2026 Volkswagen Jetta

A direct rival to the Honda Civic Si and Hyundai Elantra N, the front-wheel-drive Volkswagen Jetta GLI compact sports sedan is a legitimate performance upgrade over standard Jettas by trading commuter-focused economy for track-inspired performance.

Often called a "GTI with a trunk,” the $35,395 Jetta GLI pairs a 228-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder with a six-speed manual (a seven-speed automatic is a no-cost alternative).

Compared to other Jetta trims, the GLI gets an electronic limited-slip front differential (maximizing front-end grip and cornering stability), adaptive chassis control (for adjustable ride stiffness between comfort and sport modes), a sophisticated multi-link independent rear suspension (replacing the standard Jetta’s torsion beam rear setup), and upgraded VW Golf R-derived front brakes for improved stopping performance.