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Does the Toyota Camry XSE come in manual transmission?

I’m a company man now, so I’ve ditched my old, souped-up 2012 Honda Civic (RIP, Horatio). I’m ready to buy a grown-up car, but I’d like something with a bit of razzle-dazzle to it. Does the Toyota Camry XSE come in manual transmission?

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Jason Tushinski · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Unfortunately, the
Toyota
Camry XSE does not come with manual transmission on any of its trims. The
Camry
XSE does sport a 301 horsepower V6 engine, which results in a controlled ride with easy handling, responsive steering, and its good on corners as well. But if you must have some stick-shift in your life, here are some comparable alternatives to the Camry XSE.
Volkswagen Jetta Sport Starting at a very palatable $22,360, the
Volkswagen
Jetta Sport pairs a 6-speed manual transmission with a 1.5 L 4 cylinder engine. The Jetta Sport boats 158 horsepower, and goes 0 to 60 miles per hour in 7.1 seconds. It offers a ton of interior and storage space, so this VW feels considerably bigger than it appears.
Toyota Corolla SE The Corolla SE is the one trim level offering the option of manual transmission, in this case a 6-speed gearbox. Paired with a stiff, sport-tuned suspension, able steering, and good body agility, the Corolla is both fun to drive and affordable, with the SE starting at $22,490.
Hyundai Elantra N-Line With a starting price tag of $25,395, the
Hyundai
Elantra N-Line comes with optional 6-speed manual transmission, mated to a 1.6 L 4 cylinder engine with 201 horsepower. The N-Line manual offers spritely acceleration, lithe handling, and an overall athletic feel, especially for a sedan.
Whether you stick with the automatic Camry, or go out on a limb and fulfill your dream of driving a gear-shift, compact economy sedan, you’ll want to protect your standard vehicle with a robust
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