According to a report from Fourtitude, Audi won’t offer manual gearboxes in the S4 and S5 in Europe.
However, the report also states that the German carmaker will keep offering a six-speed manual for the Audi S4 and S5 models in the U.S., while European models will have only the seven-speed S-tronic (DSG) gearbox.
In an e-mail, Barry Hoch, Audi’s product planning manager of Audi of America, has confirmed with Fourtitude:
"They (Europe) lose the manual. We keep the manual! 100% confirmed, although I don't know what other markets also get to keep it. I don't want to fear for my life when I leave the office. The manual transmission enthusiasts are... umm... passionate individuals. Save the Manuals!"
