Hi Shug. I love mine, think it's brilliant. Auto box is excellent and best all round, especially off road (no low range), but uses more fuel. Not sure, but think manual may have dual mass flywheel. Computer says just over 30mpg on runs, but around town uses more. Good all round performance, smallish boot. Really comfortable, a pleasure to own and drive. No problems at all other than minor initial recalls. High level brake light gasket leaks into boot every 2 years - easy to reseal. Must have largest / newest tyres on back to protect transmission. Recent buyers guide in LRO. A friend with a manual had rear diff trouble and has chipped engine. As ever a caring owner and full service history important. Nigel