Somewhere along the line, a manual transmission went from being the cheap option to something drivers get as a treat. How else to describe the 2020 Mazda3, where the six-speed stick is still available but only if you cough up for the most expensive Premium trim. When you’re paying at least $27,500 (plus $945 destination) for the privilege of rowing your own gears, I think it’s fair to expect a more rewarding experience as a result.
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