automatic only.. i thought it would bother me.. but it doesnt at all.. my g/f who refuses to drive automatics even enjoys driving the vx because its very responsive... ive driven my vx on road courses and its handled well.. kept up with my buddy in his audi a4 up true mountain roads.. no sweat

most people report gas mileage on average of 15-18mpg.. i usually am at about 17..

heres a photo of a stock vx in moab (i beleive this pic belongs to nocturnalVX)