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The long-rumored stick-shift option has a transformative effect on the latest Supra's fun factor.

As soon as the current Supra was introduced for the 2020 model year, the calls flooded Toyota's PR desk: Where's the manual-transmission version? For many enthusiasts, something just didn't sit right about such a legendary nameplate at the top of the brand's Gazoo Racing–developed lineup being available only with an automatic. Fortunately, Toyota heeded the call to save the manuals, introducing a stick-shift Supra for 2023, and it's as good as we'd hoped.

Available as a no-cost option on the 3.0 and 3.0 Premium models, the new six-speed stick mates solely to the Supra's lovely 382-hp turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six. The base turbo 2.0-liter four remains automatic only. Pricing kicks off at $53,595. There also will be a 500-unit run of A91-MT special editions, which for $59,440 add model-exclusive paint options and trim, plus a cabin dressed in fetching tan leather upholstery.

Source: Car and Driver
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