Converting manual to automatic transmission cost

 · Hey pramodh. converting a manual to an auto is a highly complicated process, besides being expensive. Your most sensible option would be to go in for an automatic car with a factory fitted auto tranny. The Scorpio automatic is the most expensive option in their line up. Other auto SUVs are far more expensive. What is the disadvantage of automatic transmission? Disadvantages of automatic transmissions system: Less fuel-efficient because of a lack of control on the torque converter. Fuel consumption is also higher than a manual transmission. Automatic transmission consumes 10% more than a manual transmission.  · Advice On Conversion From Manual Transmission To Automatic Transmission by Ocfreedom (m): am On . Please I need an advice before i made a mistake. I have a Toyota Avensis model. Its manual transmission but i want to convert it to automatic so i want to know whether it is adviceable, the cost involved, the advantages and.

Answer (1 of 7): More than the car is worth usually. It is possible, especially with older vehicles but there's a lot to change. I've only personally known it done twice. Convert Transmission from Manual to Auto – The Problems. The conversion is actually not a question of possibility but feasibility. You should go for it only if you have enough money and the enthusiasm for such experiments. Otherwise, you will find a very large hole in your pocket after the end of the project. It’s important to be aware that the parts required to change manual to automatic transmission might vary on a case by case basis depending on the make and model and the particular requirements of the driver. Whether you’re looking for a standard conversion or you need the expertise of a custom changeover from manual to auto transmission.

What kind of cost am I looking at to convert it from automatic to and it would be an even more fun car if it was a manual transmission. From you pros out there, should I even be considering a transmission conversion here? Can it be done without a huge cost associated? I get asked quite a bit about automatic to manual transmission swaps. Let's face it, manual transmissions are more fun to drive.