2016 Acura ILX Review - DCT & Torque Converter?

The 2016 Acura ILX is an entry-level luxury sedan with an innovative transmission, great fuel economy, and a solid audio system. Under the hood is a 2.4L inline four cylinder engine with i-VTEC producing 201 horsepower at 6800 RPM and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3800 RPM. One of the ways they were able to increase low end torque was by using a dual-stage intake manifold. There’s a set of four butterfly valves which are used to actuate the process. At low RPM, the air travels through a long set of runners, improving low end torque. At higher RPM, the system switches over to a short set of intake runners for increased high end power. This works in combination with the VTEC system, where at engine speeds above 4900 RPM the intake system shifts to a high lift, long-duration cam profile for more top end power. Engine torque is sent through an 8-speed dual clutch transmission to the front wheels.
Plenty of convenience and luxury features as well:
Navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control
Collision Mitigation Braking System
Dual zone climate control
Lane Keep Assist
10 Speaker ELS Sound System
Rear View Camera
MSRP As Tested: $35,810
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[@LN_06]

I've seen some people bashing this car and saying it's basically a re-badged Civic. They ain't got a clue what they're talking about. The ILX is a fantastic car imo. Great review!

[@unnamedny]

+NickLAUZ95 Only thing they share is a compact car size. I think previous ILX really damaged it's image because it was in fact a rebranded civic. Thanks god acura fixed it in this version.

[@Michael-ow8wi]

I just got one with 23k miles. I always had an older car, never a nice one with this type of engine. I was nervous about some sounds but people said DCT will act and sound different than a traditional automatic.

[@andre26261095]

You're definitely right about that because this car is much more than just a boring crappy Honda Civic!!! To me it puts the Honda Civic to shame. Seeing how it has the same power as Civic SI and more power than a Civic EX and LX and has way more features than any of the Civics

[@jamesgand828]

All they really need to do is drive it. I've driven the top line civic and this and there is a world of difference in how it feels.

[@alter8732]

Smoothest shifting transmission car I've ever driven. Honda is really onto something with the DCT+Torque converter.

[@jamesgand828]

I mean, they showcased it in the new NSX

[@AL-ib9yc]

It is, I have the a spec 4l

[@AL-ib9yc]

Unless you mean the 2021, I have the 2019

[@13anomalous16]

+Engineering Explained you are by far the best car reviewer in my opinion.

[@DesuVR]

Then you probably haven't seen Redline Reviews or Suburuwrxfan. Jason is good at what he does; he's no-frills and straight to the point, but let's be honest, some other reviewers are a little more entertaining to watch.

[@13anomalous16]

+Desu Gun "In my opinion". And yes I have seen those other reviewers.

[@swanblake]

Totally agree. Did not know about the intake valves on the long runners. Love learning things. Plus he is a stud let be real.

[@13anomalous16]

*****​ never heard of him, I might go check him out a little later

[@13anomalous16]

+Nick S hahaha I didn't realize that

[@jasongreashaber2223]

I have a 2019 ILX A-Spec and the first thing I noticed was how amazing the transmission and handling felt.

[@Ecuador006]

It handles like civic !

[@KTBTVHD]

@@Ecuador006 I think civics handle better. I think Ilx’s have softer suspension and handling

[@carsonk.5899]

@@KTBTVHD you’re right

[@KTBTVHD]

@@carsonk.5899 I have a friend that has a civic and I love how it drives. I like it better than the ILX no cap

[@carsonk.5899]

@@KTBTVHD yeah same thing here, i want to change my ilx’s suspension

[@lowandslow24]

DCT with a TC is the best option next to traditional manual IMO. All the current DCT's that are out there today suffer from "lurching" and "hesitation" at low speeds, the TC solves that. There is a negligible amount of power loss and MPG from the weight of the TC but the negatives far outweigh the negatives! I love this car...

[@StevenWillmy]

DCT + Torque converter is bad ass! I've been hoping cars would do that for a while!

[@SN.LurkinG]

Hey man I just got a 2018 ILX recently and you've really helped me appreciate it so much more! Thanks for the excellent videos on everything cars. I only saw them as tools for driving with my past vehicles, only now thanks to yours and other channels did I discover an new love for driving nice vehicles

[@ChristopherJones-cjphoto]

Thanks for this great review: noise level, fun factor in the twisties, rattles in back, body roll, DCT behavior....these are the types of details that are usually not discussed by other reviewers.

[@phillipfrankreid]

I have the 2.4 I4 and 8 DCT in my 2018 TLX Tech. I like the powertrain a lot. I also like the fact that I get zero torque steer or steering wheel drama when I launch it hard. For a FWD that's something to love.

[@unnamedny]

I love the sound of sports mode when it brakes fast.

[@steveg7534]

This vid made me buy this car....thanks for the insights

[@jazreelescalante5428]

I bought acura ilx 2016 premium spec because of this review!! Good job

[@PrinceofMacedonVlogs]

I know this is an old video, but it's very well-made. Love the different angles.

[@carlos9099]

I have the same car. If you are thinking of buying this car, and you needed a real review this is the best. he is not wrong about anything ... the best 👌

[@coupeofjoe3464]

I'm really enjoying seeing this channel evolve so well. Keep it up J.

[@EngineeringExplained]

Thanks!

[@claytonl644]

Only 3100 pounds, that's about 300 less than I would have guessed especially with the torque converter added on. I came into this video thinking that I wouldn't like this car but it actually sounds like a really good daily, I think I would prefer a stick though. Nice car nonetheless.

[@claytonl644]

+Freakschwimmer true, and it's more fun

[@mgayar16]

Stick would be fun and cool but I'm positive they wouldn't put it in entry level luxury car

[@claytonl644]

+spoon games not nowadays no, though the TSX had one not too long ago

[@mgayar16]

Right last years tsx had a manual but it was called limited edition and only made a few of them

[@empirestate8791]

BMW has a manual in their 3 series, and Audi has it in their A4.

[@Kyubii9]

(same car diferent outside) i got a ILX 2021 on 12/23 and this man is spot on. To the T. And actually expalined the torque converter on the dual clutch quote well cause i wasnt understanding the bad reviews on dct. but it seems honda got their transmission game on point cause the car is butter smooth to me

[@HydroCronus]

My boss has this car and o was wondering how it was, smart man. Very smart buy for its mpg and still reasonably luxurious. Your vids are always great! Very thorough as always

[@derekyien3765]

Very technical review. I like the dct. Usually I go with the manual. But I want to have a dct car. Thinking of buying this for my lady

[@bimmerlife5452]

i just got 2017 i love the dual clutch in ILX its amazing blazing fast shifts on S mode its quick car alot low med Tq handles very good im running 245/40/17 all around grips so hard changed the handling so much better my brother has 2015 328 we went to angales cres high way a lot turns i was taking the corners so hard he was so surprised i got 69 K&N intake makes deep growl love it

[@f2cmadmaxx]

Watching for the 'end scene' more and more these days :)

[@DUNEATV]

I bought the 2020 TLX with the same DCT...love it!

[@robertblack6630]

I bought my new 2020 in early September for just under 24k in performance red in a premium A Spec package. Gives much more sporty look and better seats with the must have led fog lamps. I choose one with ebony colored seats rather then bright red typically in them. I would have loved to have gotten the tech package though but they weren't very common in my area with A Spec package. The continental tires handle well but can be loud on certain surfaces wish they had summer tire option or just used michelin pilots on the A Spec. How did you do on yours? What color did you pick?

[@DUNEATV]

@@robertblack6630 Paid 28k...you got a smoking deal!!!!

[@robertblack6630]

@@DUNEATV TY Acura is sitting on $3,600 in dealer cash since August. Knowing that was solved a big part of the battle you know. But helll I didn't think I like the car but once I sat in the A Spec I fell in love, ut made 2018 Si seems cheap...

[@DUNEATV]

@@robertblack6630 Yeah, I got $4000 off for incentive money and $1800 off for loyalty cash

[@1Jack22]

I wanted TLX 2.4, but then realized, that ILX will be quicker since it weighs less.

[@erikstuebing5408]

Man it's pretty interesting to watch how quickly you can calculate in your head, Jason

[@792bnz]

0 to 60 in with a good amount of tire slip and an n/a 4 cylinder in 6.2 seconds is great

[@ZobedRevolution]

Yes, yes, I know I comment a lot... But hey I love your videos more than any other reviewer, your reviews are not biased, they are good quality, you speak clearly, your reviews are in excellent detail as you cover absolutely everything and you actually review "the car". Where other channels just bring personal opinion into everything. When you do you always back it up and you always see the other side of the argument. But with that little thankyou over with... I assume you request cars? If so, I know you like Subaru, would you be able to try and get your hands on a 2015/2016 Forester XT I would really like that. Got an Outback 3.6R and I would say it's pretty quick as you get a decent amount of torque out of it, but the XT forester seems like the best of both worlds. Just sad they didn't make the Outback a turbo. But anyway if you could get your hands on and review a Forester XT that wold be much appreciated. Thankyou for reading this if you did, I really love your videos and please keep it up!

[@eddie408209]

42mpg.. very impressive :o

[@jamesgand828]

So is your mom

[@Toastmaster_5000]

I never understood why engineers never found a way to use a torque converter for 1st gear in manual transmissions. By doing that, hill starts (in cars without a hill holder) would be much easier, and the clutch's lifespan would increase dramatically. I can see why this wouldn't be necessary in all cars, because it is more weight, complexity, and expense.

[@Toastmaster_5000]

***** Was every gear on a torque converter, or only first? If it was every gear, then I can see why nobody would care for that. I'm just suggesting only 1st gear, because for most cars the only reason for 1st is to get moving, but it's otherwise all it does is burn the clutch.

[@Toastmaster_5000]

***** Yeah, I can definitely see why an automatic transmission that doesn't change it's own gears wouldn't sell well. That's like buying a segway where you have to do all the balancing yourself, when you could just get a unicycle instead. Anyway, if you drive something fast and sporty then having a normal 1st gear seems to be a better idea. But for the average commuter (especially those who get in stop-and-go traffic), having a torque converter on 1st gear would be great. It would also be great for people who haul heavy stuff.

[@JonOlaivar]

I know, right! I'm sure it's possible, and I've been wondering this for years. It'd be on the engine side of the clutch, and the torque converter clutch could lock after the car starts moving.

[@cooldadyo]

I have the 2020 ILX it turns heads and love the look of people when I take off on a green🚦 and leave them in dust in a stock car 😂

[@MugenFan04]

I have a 2016 . Great commuter car .

[@XCarbonDioxideX]

As always, awesome video. Keep up the good work!

[@cchpm]

Hi Jason, I have been watching your videos for quite a while and I always wondered where you do your road tests. It seems like you do the same course for every video and I think the twisty mountain roads and the highway tests are very reasonable and good information for everyday drivers. I have some family in Portland and I visit them every once in a while, I would definitely want to try your road test course in a Sunday drive around town. Thanks

[@hajileserpud9539]

DAMN I love the sound it makes... sounds so aggressive... Honda/ Acura always come with the exclusiveness

[@DimachkaS]

Fantastic review.! You are so SMART.

[@thecnote1287]

Great review! I just got one

[@davesutherland1864]

I am surprised more manufactures have not incorporated the torque converter + DCT configuration. Might not want this in a real race car, but seems like an obvious thing to do for a car that will be driven in cities where it will hit stop and go traffic.

[@DubstepCamper]

i own the A-spec premium package! i love the car, but sure wish the exhaust was a bit more louder

[@unnamedny]

+DubstepCamper I think exhaust sound is very well balanced in that car. If you do not rav the engine above 3k it sounds like a silent V6 but at 4K+ it sounds a lot like some angry V8's. Besides I think having loud exhaust all the time is a very annoying feature.

[@Offshore1977]

Roman O i wouldn't go as saying a V8. Maybe a smooth 4. Definitely no V8

[@R777-RLM]

Clever transmission, as long as it's reliable. But Honda, raise the roof a bit, these things are ultimately made for transporting people.

[@diltzm]

I was waiting for him to say it's just a fancy Civic since that's exactly what an ILX is.

[@bl00dra1nn]

+diltzm just as an audi a3 is a fancy vw golf but no one seems to complain when germans are involved

[@diltzm]

I never said that being a fancy Civic was a bad thing, I was was just stating a fact. In regards to the a3/golf, I've never been an Audi or Volkswagen fan.

[@carlos9099]

the best review , keep the good work 👍!

[@marccandrift]

I own a 2015 2.4 Acura ILX (Si Engine k24z7) and love it. Wish they could input the 6speed Manual transmission to the 2016!

[@joshmellott1986]

The 14-16 Mazda 3 and 16 Mazda 6 have a similar DCT + Torque Converter setup.

[@ShaneRG]

Long time watcher, first time commenter! I'm impressed by how the ILX seems to drive. I just wish that they would move the lower end Acuras up-market a bit to widen the gap from Honda

[@KORTOKtheSTRONG]

sounds badass

[@baldheadlogic]

Good review. I like this car but am rethinking it now that the civic has been redesigned. Are you going to test the 16 Civic soon? I hear even the CVT model with the 1.5T is getting 7.0 0-60 runs. I don't like CVTs but that seems pretty quick.

[@ckirchner17]

I don't know if you take request to do stuff on the channel but i'm into rc trucks. The big debate is that a supercharger does not help out on a two stroke. Would you mind making a video explaining why it does/doesnt work. btw love the channel and just how you explain it for what something is.

[@chair6180]

man, I love how u speak about the paddle feels. I hate how the brz brakes feel; flate then spike in a paddle travel (x) vs braking force (y) graph. thanks for explaining how Acura have improved the low end breathing of the engines too. is that ecu controlled? or mechanically modulated? can it be done with after market mod? and does it provide any benefits to force induction engines? love the show. I totally have recommended ur channel to my friends and will continue to do so. cheers.

[@EngineeringExplained]

+Nexus5 Google Thanks! ECU/ECM controls the management of the intake. I wouldn't be surprised if there were aftermarket solutions for things like this.

[@ranthony2714]

I have a 2020 ilx premium and very much enjoy the vehicle. This is my second ilx and third Acura. My lease will soon end and i am not sure what to do. The integra's are nice, but the 1.5 l with the cvt is not very inspiring. The price is significantly higher and interest rates are crazy. Based on current prices, i may be forced into a civic with the 2 l base engine.

[@holyspirit8069]

Keep the car

[@jessev9686]

nice to hear about the future of Honda's hybrid tech - I was wondering how they'd do the dual motor with dct and hearing a tc is involved makes sense. sad that the manual hybrid is going away though.

[@jgjgjgj1]

Keep up the Videos!

[@jacobmcr858]

It's like it's got a new version of T-VIS. cool!

[@cebastienlarochelle8182]

They should put dct transmissions like this one in honda performance cars like the future Civic Type R and SI. Yes i know, Mitsubishi and Volkswagen have done it well before.

[@Plur307]

I think the SI and Type R have always been about being fun to drive more than being the "fastest". Yes a dct is faster, but so much of the joy of driving is lost. In my opinion an old school Miata with only about 150 hp is more fun on a curvy mountain road than a modern car with all the dct, and stabilization wizardry. Sure the Miata is slower, but my smile is bigger driving something like that.

[@matthewgaines10]

Would've been good to compare to the CLA and A3 since they are more similar to this car than the IS is.

[@EngineeringExplained]

+Matthew Gaines I haven't driven the CLA or A3 unfortunately.

[@curseknight5]

Will you review the TLX SH-AWD or the new IS200T/300AWD soon?

[@SS1LE_Urien]

Great review! But I absolutely hate the car, for the 36G-40G price range you can get the Infiniti Q50, the car looks better has a SEXY nice interior and its faster. I guess it would make more sense if you just had a base ILX that you paid exactly 28-30 on but I cannot justify spending 36G on an ILX why not just get the TLX or Q50? And me being a performance person I can't justify spending 36G on the ILX when the Civic Si has the same engine and is also faster and lighter. I don't know man I must really been hating on Acura lately, The only car that looks SEXY and is what Honda should be all about is that NSX.

[@Dragon76ers]

2016 ILX has the same engine as the TLX 4 cylinder not the SI

[@ansamilano]

Currently they're offering killer lease deal $2499 down $199 mo that's roughly $22k sale price after all rebates and incentives

[@cobra454tim]

Nice video!

[@michaelwhitesell9125]

I liked my 2013 ILX with 6 speed Manual, but the final drive ratio was terrible for everyday driving.

[@HaydenArter]

Hey it's Ross from Friends!

[@petey9111]

that K24 sounds heavenly. does it come in manual?

[@henryrubio8534]

Ah, the Integra of this generation, too bad it's renamed. The dual stage intake manifold sounds like the GS-R's old IAB system.

[@TassieLorenzo]

+Henry Rubio Yes it should be called Integra. (and TLX=Vigor, RLX=Legend) :)

[@Offshore1977]

9/11 insidejob drive it in person and you'll love the drive.

[@Offshore1977]

9/11 insidejob I agree they shouldn't have lost the manual. But the integra never had a V6 either.

[@mrdragancelan]

Didn't the DC2 GSR Integra use a dual stage intake manifold with the same concept? B18C1 I think was the engine code for that car.

[@StephenMc2000]

please do a best headlight video!

[@kirklazarusiii3875]

nice update Acura but not good enough, hopefully you get your act together with the 2nd Gen ilx but I'll probably keep my tsx with its double wishbone suspension till they go back to their roots.

[@TheMakfather]

I have a 2015 ilx dynamic manual.. I love it... just having a trouble finding replacement front shocks! The dealer has them but the price is too expensive.. any ideas or hints? I live in Montreal canada btw

[@travisproteau8285]

Super VTAK

[@wildlifesports]

Can you do a Acura TLX Review or nah?

[@smokescreen399]

Can please do a 2019 Acura ILX review.

[@JPZ89]

It's pretty much the same car mechanically. Only differences are the 2019 is $2k cheaper across all trims, better exterior and interior, Acurawatch now standard, Android auto/apple carplay now available, and the A-Spex trim now looks a lot better than prior version.

[@smokescreen399]

@@JPZ89 same 0-60 times?

[@JPZ89]

@@smokescreen399 should be the same. Motor and trans are same specs and there's less than 10lbs of difference between the curb weights

[@mgayar16]

Cars I really want u to review are mazdaspeed 3, tesla model s because I want to see you test the new auto-pilot beta, and finally a BMW 5-Series

[@cec4]

+Engineering Explained what do you think the reliability will be like of these car is the future? Do you think the electronics will survive or be the death of the cars like early addaptors of such things years ago or do you think they will end up like my 97 corrola with 253,xxx miles and going strong?

[@clayduval1255]

Do you think that you will get a chance to drive the new Mini Cooper S?

[@zackerymcpherson9409]

As a successor to the Integra, how would you compare the two?

[@devinthierault]

Off topic but will you do a video about what not to do in an SMG like in the m3 since it is different than a DCT?

[@joshthej3di681]

You should review a Honda Civic Si.

[@jamesf456]

Thanks for the explanation. Same engine in my '18 TLX and in normal and sport mode it's pretty fun to drive. Biggest complaint is the infotainment system being pretty poor and how aggressive the Assisted Cruise control can sometimes be in braking.

[@Carl_JohnsonOGF]

Is that a k24 engine? It seems to have the same specs but it looks like its mounted the opposite way.

[@victoriarose3658]

Do you recommend getting the mazda 6 or Acrua ilx?

[@ChibiPizzaguy]

If you don't mind me asking, what type of engineering did you major in while in college?

[@IceWaterInc]

What do you think is the better overall car? 2016 Acura ILX or VW GTI? I know VW has that emission scandal going on and I'm hoping the 2.0t gas engine isn't affected.

[@EngineeringExplained]

The GTI may have a cam recall going on at the moment, something with there 2.0's and vacuum assist failing. I'm sure Humble Mechanic has more on this.

[@cartere9981]

Ilx is definitely the safer option

[@edward101697]

Price as tested?

Well it had cloth seats so probably the cheap model.

[@rbaile508]

with how good the new Limited Honda Civic looks i really don't see the point in paying the price premium to get this car.

[@marccandrift]

Also backseats are equivalent to a 4door civic.

[@ZR_1121]

"Twisties", I am going to use that all the time now. haha

[@gtgodbear6320]

Will that transmission fit in a Civic? I'd love to build a dual-clutch turbo civic w/paddle shifter. Do you think that transmission could handle 650hp +maybe? I'm getting too crippled to handle clutch now😔. All my cars have been standards accept my newest 2016 ctv 2.4 CR-V. But it's growing on me with awd but I haven't hit VTEC yet. The bad rap on the CTV has me scared to try.

[@lexusfan100]

what about the LED style headlamps. i wished you showed that in the video

[@TimJoseph08031990]

People who own this car probably have a doubt with the reliability of a torque-converter dual-clutch automatic transmission, thanks to the electronics. The 2016 ILX is basically a heavy Civic Si with the dual-clutch transmission, since Acura no longer offers a manual transmission in their lineup.

[@OssxJah]

+Tim Joseph You can have the Civic. I take the ILX.

[@jamesbaggaley1460]

Could you do a video on how launch control works on a DSG transmission?

[@EngineeringExplained]

+James Baggaley Preselect first gear, 1st gear clutch pack is open, revs hold at a set RPM, release the brake pedal, engage first gear clutch pack, and you're off!

[@jamesbaggaley1460]

Thank-you!

[@GrizzlyStoned]

Same interior as back in 2004.

[@pkonneker]

Acura: Surprisingly cheap.

[@mmorzan]

Jason, what do you think about "redline a day keeps the mechanic away"? Is it reasonable or just a bullsh*t?

[@EngineeringExplained]

I think preventative maintenance isn't as simple as a single sentence. I'd also just recommend buying top tier fuel and/or cars with at least some port injection if you're goal is to prevent carbon build-up.

[@jerm1027]

+Matej Moržan I'd wager that depends on the car. Something like a corolla the redlining would probably do more harm than good because that car is designed as a point A to point B car. But if you have a sports car, I believe there is some merit since those cars are designed to be driven hard. I wouldn't go as far as saying once a day, maybe like once a week work hard. Not necessarily redline either, but get higher up in the rev range - enough to to activate whatever cam timings (VTEC in my case) or other high-power settings the car has. Also, Seafoam (could try others, but Seafoam is proven to work) helps every few thousand miles to clean and reduce carbon build up. I also use the cheapest tier-1 gas in my area, which is Shell. I have a buddy who swears by 76.

[@lolatmyage]

Thats a legit maintenance technique but definitely not something you would do every day

[@cooodylan]

what's your thoughts on 2016 accord VS ILX

[@kevinpaterson6052]

Nice 4k resolution!

[@ZDriver1996]

Any word on how reliable that DCT transmission is?

[@lennys.4588]

Im curious on that too. Having a hard time getting info on it.

[@oscarcazares2972]

ZDriver1996 I was gonna ask the same question. But I only seem to find info on the tlx.

[@shinobi-zensei]

Oscar Cazares What do they say about the TLX’s. I think they are the same. I’ve been considering this car but, I have the same curiosity.

[@YoungManDub]

I've had my ILX since early '17. No problems. Usually if u don't hear about anything, there's nothing to hear.

[@oscarcazares2972]

YoungManDub yea didn’t think about it that way. How many miles does your ilx have

[@user-yn8zn2jr4l]

What do you think of acura's TLX?

[@1fires1]

11:06 oops what happened to the stability control?

[@0P0M0]

Good review! Lol@1:55 :)

[@350zvince]

Nice car. Too bad they don't sell it where I live.

[@1Jack22]

I imported my ILX to Ukraine from US, parts are expensive but I really love this car, and I like the fact that it's unique here.

[@bushmonster9899]

The jolt when up-shifting you talked about is probably from the toque converter.

[@EngineeringExplained]

+Capricorn1998 I'm not sure, other DCTs sans torque converter have felt similar.

[@htxmatt1206]

Is it safe to creep with this car. I just traded in another car with dual-clutch for an ILX and I'm wondering if it's safe to creep since it is equipped with a Torque Converter.

[@TrayCaddyyy]

Maybe the next gen ILX will use the 10th gen Civic body so there will be a bigger back seat

[@DS..69]

No one cares about who sits in the back. Lol

[@madbalkanrabbit898]

Hello. Sorry for bothering you but I have a question that I don't have and can't find an answer to. Swapping a dct instead of mt in a honda. There is ZERO info out there. Can you please point me in some direction. Thank you in advance.

[@future62]

"Vroooom.... RRRRRRRRRT" lol. Have you driven the current Civic Si, A3 or GTI? I'm trying to see if this is a car for enthusiasts. I don't think I could do without a stickshift but I saw a lot of GTIs today and they were all DSGs.

[@EngineeringExplained]

I have a '15 GTI manual review if you do a quick search on my channel.

[@unnamedny]

+future62 I own ILX and I would say that GTI is still more fun to drive for an enthusiast. ILX will come with more features especially at lower trims comparing to GTI.

[@future62]

Jaion Cebollero Not the 2016s. They got rid of the 6MT and just have the DCT.