2017 Chevrolet Cruze Hatch RS - Redline: Reviews
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- Опубліковано 19 жов 2024
- With sleek styling, a spacious rear seat and cargo area, and standard turbo power, the all-new Cruze Hatchback may just be the vehicle to put Chevy back at the top of your list when looking for a modern compact car. With a diesel coming for 2018, it looks as if Honda, Toyota, and Mazda should have something to worry about. Just be prepared to pay up for one at the dealer.
As an owner of a 2018 Cruze hatch, full package, smart key, and turbo.. this car is one of the best cars I’ve ever owned and driven.
Still like it?
How is it now? Buying a 2017 for my daughter with 150,000 on itnow? Buying a 2017 for my daughter with
she still going strong?
@@nightcrawler2099 ill be purchasing one soon!
just got one today with 48k miles, love this thing to death but i was slightly confused? i’ve heard it takes diesel and i’ve also heard to use unleaded as well. what do you use ?
Just purchased a Cruze LT Sedan with the RS package, and Comfort packages and the Kinetic blue metallic paint option. After dealer discount of $2500 and manufactures rebate of $2500 I paid $19,625. Great score!
ggg lol
justin park Hmmm.. I have another Chevy as well. I'll bet you won't be laughing at that one. Look at my channel's video to see it.
did u get the car with cruise control?
JULIO Yes
How does he lose? GM is making excellent autos these days.
I accidently discovered this car (the sedan version) at the Toronto Auto Show while waiting for my kids (they were drawing pictures at another booth). So, bored, I looked around and felt smug as I looked down my nose at the Cruze and the Malibu parked side by side. Deciding I'd sit in the Cruze and mock it, I was instead, surprised. Comfortable seats, great interior. Nice styling. This is the perfect little grocery getter. I like it much better than the Civic. Now, after years of driving Toyotas, I'm now shopping for either a Cruz or Malibu.
you sound stupid
Raven James 🐃
You sir must be high
The Malibu is actually a nice car I had a few as rentals. Slow, but nice.
After experiencing gm, you’ll be back to Toyota
Everything he doesn’t like is why I love it and can’t wait to have one! I’m Ms. Daisy so I want something chill like this, chill yet beautiful
RS is not a sport package. It is a sport APPEARANCE package, and it always has been.
Tommy Ecotec so rice package huh? 😂
@@kerbytheslayer6181 ita not rice....are you 12?
Yup, going all the way back to the original Camaro.
Rally sport
Who cares? Its more sporty than an lt. Not everyone has to have 300hp. People buy this to save gas.
As cheap and unimpressive the Cavalier was, it was one of the biggest sellers in the 80's and early 90's
no it wasn't. in the 90's the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic outsold the Cavalier.
@@ravenjames3873 He said "one of the biggest sellers". one of them. He didn't say the biggest seller.
I loved my 17 Cruze hatchback so much, i'm trading my BMW 3 Hatch for a 2019 Cruze Premier. My first one was used for Uber and Lyft (Never again!) and lasted 220,000 miles before i traded it in.
man, chevy has done an amazing job with this, best in class size, while still being one of the lightest entries in this segment, while offering top in class standard power. well done. not to mention that interior blows away the focus and corolla interiors with more soft touch points, more leather used, and less plastic.
well, the "shit" comment really was simple opinion, as for infotainment issues this was ill-factual and made up seeing as this system is in millions of GM vehicles, electrical issues? what? over heating cylinders??? are you kidding me. such a factually illiterate comment.
also, if even half of what you said was true it would not have better reliability than the focus and the dart according to JD power, KBB, edmunds, and consumer reports.*i will edit this in here as well*
usnews rankingsandreviews com/cars-trucks/rankings/Affordable-Compact-Cars/
KBB/consumer reports puts the cruze above the focus, dart, Golf, Subaru Impreza, Jetta and the lancer.
Liam Ross, the engine was completely redesigned for the new model Cruze. The old 1.4T LUV engine was a steaming pile of shit agreed, but this new engine actually has fixed pretty much all of the issues of the old one.
Liam Ross I have yet to see any issues like that with the new Malibu myself, though I have heard of it. I've just seen countless Sonic and Cruzes needing heads, pistons, turbos and whole engines because it's so common for then to score the cylinder walls and destroying rings lol. I see this everyday considering I work at a Chevy dealer haha, and I wouldn't touch one of those with a ten foot pole. I'm just curious to see how the new motors hold up long term because I'm already seeing every other one that comes in to my work with a leaking oil pan, but that's all I've seen personally.
Liam Ross its almost as bad as the eco boost... least reliable engines in the truck segment.
C'um on! It is a Cruze, not a sport car!I don't know how many time you told us it was not sporty. Yes they made it as a nice running car.
i learn so much about cars from this guy it's not even funny, gotta love this channel 😃
I love everything about this car aesthetically. It's very nice looking on the outside, at least in hatchback model. I love those rims. I realize this one is the premier version. What I also really like is everything about the dashboard. I love the gauges, the chrome around the gauges, the chrome around the steering wheel, the leather seats are nice and comfortable looking. The only thing is the performance, but I know I would be fine with the performance. I think the only time I might feel I need more performance is when I have three passengers with the a/c on, other than that I don't see a problem.
WHY DIDN'T THE BOLT LOOK LIKE THIS!?
seriously this thing is good looking
Or they could have made an electric version of the cruze. Not anymore tho because #RipCruze
It's 2021 and I'm wondering the same, I mean even the Volt would have looked better in this shell.
Nice review, Sofyan! I recently reviewed both the 2017 Honda Civic Hatchback EX and the 2017 Hyundai Elantra SE. When comparing this vehicle to those entries it is fairly competitive. Fuel economy, though seems to be more in-line with the Elantra.
As far as exterior styling goes. I agree with you 100% the sedan varient of the Cruze just has awkward proportions once you move to the rear! The front end design, on the other hand, is pretty head turning! Especially, in the RS trim you showed. Also, the rear of the Cruze hatch has sort of an European look to it with its clean and somewhat undertoned flowing sculpture. The exterior styling of the Hatchback in my opionion is alot more competently styled.
When looking at the interior, the Cruze looks fairly competitive, but definetly lacks in storage when compared to some other entries.... the Civic Hatch. Also, the Elantra I reviewed, while not being a very high trim, has more of a mature and if you will sophisticated dashboard design. Don't get me wrong, though, the Cruze's dashboard looks organized, but in a way overly styled to where it looks like things where just added on without reason. For example, the over use of that piano black plastic and the chrome accenting that seems to be just a little on the flashy side.
All in all, though, the Chevy Cruze Hatchback seems like a pretty good offering in this segment. Especially when considering, passenger space, cargo volume and looks!
I cannot wait until you can do some sort of comparison with this vehicle and another vehicle in its class! Keep up the great work, Sofyan!
-DriveAndBeDriven
"The Quest To Record The Best!"
DriveAndBeDriven i strongly disagree i owened a 2015 honda civic neather me or my wife liked the interior and exterior and bought it brand new dec/2014 we only had it for 6 months before deciding we wanted a 2015 chevy cruze and still have the cruze till today way better materials and layout inside and better looking than a 2015 civic sorry!
Pretty decent and comprehensive review. I just bought me one of these in premier version (they dubbed it LTZ here in Buenos Aires, Arg), but opted in for an MT -since the one featuring automatic transmission was criticized bigtime over its ‘power lacking’ result.
Spent hours searching for professional reviews if this Cruze hatch but this one beats all of them. Thanx so much! 👍
I really appreciate how you use the word Unlove for both the cavalier and Cobalt because now that these new Chevys are out a lot of people are still driving those same cavalier and cobalts which are getting much more appreciated both in the casual community and the modified community. I guess the saying is true you don't know what you have till it's gone.
You can thank Australia for the hatch. We designed the hatch for the first gen small Cruze and sold in in Australia and New Zealand only.
I think GM is just testing the waters whit this car hence why so little option are available. If people eat them up you can bet an SS will arrive in the near future. I'll be in line at the dealer when they do.
I really like the premier rs mode. I like the way they did everything with the car aesthetically.
When this model is a few years old, and getting long in the tooth, there will probably be a hotter version. Agree that it looks pretty good all around, maybe a little sportier than it deserves though with 153 horsepower and that rear suspension.
Mat A they are making a "sport" model. Its the rs which has a diesel engine and the manual gearbox from the cheaper version of each trim level (I think). So say goodbye to the possibility of chevy ever using that annoying hump in the middle of the floor meant for a rear driveshaft.
For chevrolet to call this car the cruze SS they would have to put in my opinion the 2.0L turbocharged thats in the 2017 camaro v4
people buy these things like hot cakes, i see these chevy cruze's everywhere.
I know you don't dabble in aftermarket tuning talk in your reviews Sofyan, but if you look up Trifecta, boy do they bring alive the powertrain combo.
Sounds like those birds about to attack
Jake Dobbins LOL IKR, I JUST NOTICED
I was wondering if I was hearing crows lmfao I couldn’t tell.
Glaring omissions is his word for this episode.
Just swapped from a 19 Spark LS to a used 18 Cruze LT RS Redline, favorite car I've owned since my 08 Cobalt. Love me some chevys, don't know why really lol but damn is it a comfy upgrade and significantly smoother ride, bit faster than the Spark was but to be fair, no one's getting a Cruze for speed lol it is a very comfy, good looking (lucked out with a gloss black) imo, smooth and responsive ride compared to other hatches near the price in my area, granted it is somewhat sluggish comparatively. I prefer comfort at this point
Just wanted to chime in, I have yet to see an LED headlight that is actually more functional than Incandescent. Unless someone is using a whole new reflector design, LED headlights simply do not work in a standard reflector (afaik, HID use the same reflector as projectors with the one change being materials designed to withstand more heat) due to the placement of the LED on the bulb. While appearing brighter, LED bulbs lose the hot spot creating a more blanketed glow making them less useful for focusing on what is in front of you. Even some of the best kits out there suffer the same issue because of the gumstick placement of the LEDs on the light bulb.
Normal lights are still just as good as we have been using for the past century, but if you want better then step up to HID. And don't use an upgrade kit, proper HID's should have a HID housing for the much higher temps. The most cost effective way is just buying it with your next new car purchase. The cost of 2 HID housings is probably going to be 1 or 2 package grades higher.
Seems amazing that anyone over 40 is still alive after all those years of driving with $10 headlights you could replace yourself.
I own the redline rs ,like he said it not a rocket ship , but it just a nice smooth ride ,point A to point B , it got a lot nice stuff ,
Back when Chevy made cars and we were allowed to go outside.
GM does not lack for very good engineers. They just have product planners that are not fully in tune with the market. There are glaring omissions that are so easily correctable.
They could have dropped the 2.0T, a manual and a sport suspension but instead they are killing it.
😃 WOW! WHAT A GREAT REVIEW YOU DID ON THIS......there were a couple of other vehicles to consider when my lease is up, but now I really like this Chevrolet Cruze hatchback. Thank You~ you always do a great job!
I hate those new LED lights, they are too fucking bright. They are not safe if they are blinding the other drivers. The old headlights were just fine.
The running lights are LED, the regular headlights are halogen projectors.
I rented a 2019 Cruze in Vegas and got insane gas mileage all the way to Death Valley and back. You CAN turn the auto start-stop off. There's a button near the shifter.
In the 2019 you can turn off auto start/stop but not older models.
Not for nothing but 3-9 is how you old a wheel especially when racing on the street as you did.Great content but a coached trackday might be a good investment for you.Greetings from Canada and keep up the great work
It seems I'm the only car enthusiast who thinks all LED headlights should be banned! They are the safety hazards, not halogen bulbs-- most HID headlights are fine, but some are also a safety concern. LED headlights blind oncoming drivers and the danger is exasperated on rural roads. Even the low beams on LED headlights massively blind oncoming drivers at night. Am I the only person who feels this way? I'm always being blinded at night with LED headlights and some HID headlights. If I happen to be on a rural and/or back road I will simply stop the car and wait for the car to pass. LED headlights may help the person whom is driving the car see better, but the oncoming drivers and passengers are put at risk just so the idiot with LED's can see a little better. Halogens have worked for years and they are fine! Just don't buy the cheap ones with the longest life rating and you'll be perfectly fine. Some more expensive halogen bulbs are nearly as bright as LED's and HID's, but with the benefit of not blinding oncoming cars. Does anybody else feel this way or am I the only one? Just curious.
I am sick of getting blinded by the new head lights. IDK if which technology they are but man anyone who thinks they are safer has a pretty narrow focus.
Halogens are gross
I think you're getting LEDs confused with Xenons.
Yes! I'm right there with you. I despise new cars with ridiculously bright headlights. I live in a rural mountainous area and there are times I can't see past my own windshield. Even with my anti-glare glasses, they're just too darn bright.
No, LED,s are very bad on the highway coming toward you. @@williammesloh
I have one. Got it in April 2017. Best car I ever had.
How is it now? Buying a 2017 for my daughter with 150,000 on itnow? Buying a 2017 for my daughter with
an ss version would be an amazing
Great review! Would you prefer the manual over automatic? I had a chance to test drive the RS 6 speed manual, and I really liked it, after re-learning how to drive stick (I kept trying to take off in 3rd). Thanks!
Which looks more luxurious, handles the best and is more refined? Cruze hatch or mazda3 hatch?
The car has a Bose 9 speaker sound system which is nice for a compact car. My Verano has it and has 2 subs in the back. I was in a corolla the other day and it only has two sub par speakers from the back.
Great review as usual. I hope you could review the chevy sonic hatch.. Thanks.
I think people REALLY need to look into these Chevy sedans/hatchbacks because it offers a lot more than those very basic corollas which to me, is beyond my thought of why people buy the corollas because its soo basic. this cruze like other GM models offers wifi!! what person doesnt want that? lol....watch a movie on a road trip, get service when your stuck some place, upload pics, videos of anything when on the road...the use of wifi is endless than using up your data from your cell phone company. I think Chevy really moved up in this sedan and gives people here in the USA a lot because like everything we buy, we must go big and have a lot of useful stuff than just buying a car with A/C lol...we are in the 21st Century and we have to see these cars now as our home away from home to make sure it has most of everything we need anywhere we go, than just to buy a car with big headlights, curves in the body look, and still very basic..(camry)....
these are built in the USA too...come on, you cant tell me there is a sense of pride owning something that someone in the USA built with their two hands..
Ray A a used Toyota or Lexus with 100k will out last a new cobolt.
grin and bear it - sure
Actually these are built in Mexico, but that's alright, we're totally happy with our Cruze
Ray A have you ever of mods sir. If it’s boring, upgrade it.
Do you guys have any plans of reviewing the 2017 Mitsubishi Lancer since the nameplate will vanish this year? Would be nice to see a final review of the Lancer.
i believe the chassis is borrowed from the new astra which kinda shows with the stiffer chassis. I believe it is designed to be able to handle big power for when the VXR or OPC comes out.
This seems like a car you'd mod to be a more practical daily rather than doing anything over the top. I'd definitely get the power figures into the 200s just to make it a bit better when it comes to steeper hills and accelerating into traffic
Your reviews of vehicles with cargo capacity would be even better if you including fitting a bicycle in it. It is a major reason someone would buy a hatchback. thanks
I'd love to see an Evo 10 review. I haven't seen many good reviews on it personally. Keep up the good work.
Is it just the perspective or do you cross the solid yellow lines somewhat frequently when hitting the corners? 17:20
Watch out for motorcycles!
does passenger seat fold flat? auto brake at traffic lights? when will the Cruze hatch be offered as full EV?
Are you sure it's RS? Usually Chevy labels it somewhere in the stitching or on the steering wheel. Or maybe I'm wrong haha
interesting to see how long the turbo 4 will last.
literally i was going to buy the 2019 but it doesnt have a manual transmission... WTFFF
just buy a new 2018 everythings the same except for some little things like taillights anf bumpers
Give this thing a real compact sports car kick in a ss trim with more power & a sports suspension! Make it track/street capable with a smooth shifting 5spd & a throaty exhaust & you'll have a hit on your hands Chevy!!
Hatchbacks only have more cargo capacity than a sedan if you want to block your view out the back. If loaded to the to of the rear seat backs, the sedan actually has more cargo volume.
It's an Astra! I was wondering what happened to the Opel Astra, the US used to have it as the Saturn Astra then the Buick Verano and now it's a Chevy Cruze. It's got the exact same face as the Holden Astra saloon in Australia slightly different rear from the Euro/Aus ones though.
Im a fan of your reviews; however a more detailed breakdown of the pros and cons of the vehicles would help.
Can't turn off the auto start/stop? Deal breaker for me.
you can
Buy the manual version, it doesn't have it
I totally agree if this is true. I can't imagine not being able to turn this most retarded useless feature OFF!
1122 Boogie Boogie Ave i test drove one and that auto start stop feature was so stupid. Right as im about to stop at a light, it turns greens and the car turns off -.-
Sucks!
Awesome Review Of 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. 😀
2:20 ish mark, what green is he talking about??
River Kressler in my ‘16 Cruze it’s more of a teal color.
Love the Focus SEL but its transmission have too many problems. This would be my choice instead.
Manual version is problem free.
when are you uploading the Mazda 3 review?
Seems like a nice car, but something about it I just don't quite like. The upcoming Elantra GT hatch is much more appealing to my eye inside and out, and I like that it doesn't rely on a turbo in the standard engine. That's extra repair costs later down the road I don't want.
Saw one in black yesterday, they did a great job!
153 HP with a turbo? Definitely go with the Focus.
IAmHawkeye316 has more torque and more fuel efficiency than the focus.
I own the focus
Carlos Espindola Focus RS?
IAmHawkeye316 no lmao the regular Titanium sedan.
Carlos Espindola it may have torque bit it has a stupid power curve which is very abrupt and the shifting is sluggish and just feels like shit. Like my old worn out 3 speed shifts faster than that car.
The ford focus is a bigger car than this one dont get it wrong
Is that trunk cover removable? Because if not then why did they make it a hatchback??? It needs an open trunk for that!
I have a lt sedan and find it to be pretty good being I traded in my leased mazda3. I feel the lt sedan transmission changes with how I drive. It holds the revs longer and using the so called L shift button is a joke I feel like I'm going to put my thumb threw it when I use it and that is mostly in the city and that is just to defeat the auto off. Other than that I'm happy with most of everything except the very small cup holders, I mean small. Oh all most forgot my stereo is not like the one in the tested car but the hazard button is and my volume button is right on top of the hazard button that hit every time I use the volume nob.
The unloved by many, but I fucking love my Cobalt. So I'm interested in getting a Cruze and I really appreciate your in depth review.
Lol don't get one of the final ones.
Best reviews man
From the sounds of this review, Chevy will not have any problems selling these. It's a nice Corolla.
Lol..We corolla owners don't approve of this comment ..
when are you going to review the new sonic?
6:57 I read the radio as Han Solo
like the show.just make sure to respect the speed limit.otherwise tums up.
I feel like dual zone climate is a waste anyway. Nobody ever really uses it
Tommy Siro
nah trust me bro. when you in a car with a women you will use it. They be hot as hell and I be freezing. so the dual zone climate control will be helpful. Too bad I have a basic Hyundai sonata gls with heated seat, so I get no dual zone climate control
Fequi Simon haha good point!
Anybody who's a 'warm' and has a traveling partner who's a 'cold', or vice-versa, appreciates it very very much.
lllBoggylll
Yep, person like me
Bare nugas use it brhh
Excellent video review...
As a parent, one touch up/down rear windows SUCK! If you just want to crack the window, so the kids are not tempted to throw things out the window, one touch up/down windows for the are maddening - your natural instinct is to hit the "up" position but then the window closes. I always forget to just hit the "down" position instead. You may consider these a "luxury" feature but I would gladly get rid of them in my wife's Cadillac if I could!
Denny O'Brien In my Jetta, all 4 windows are one touch and if you make a mistake and fully click the window switch you can half click it to stop the window where you want or full click it to bring it all the way back up. Hope this helps
i feel like you talk about any car regardless of the accual price to performance and features. why would i care about the plasic when the list is avg 10k less avgly specd compaired to the other cars you mention
Can you do a video rating all the hatchbacks you've tested?
BTW the 2018 version comes with cruise control. There were several upgrades done from 2017 to 2018. Thank God!
I think the rs, could be had a nice manual transmission. No flappy paddle. Lol or options for these. Nice review.
About the only thing I'd want in a Cruze is a more powerful powertrain option. At the very least I'd like to see a 2.0T hopefully with 210 HP at the minimum
I think the Civic sedan looks better than the Cruze sedan, but my opinion is reversed when it comes to their hatch style. Chevy really nailed the styling on the Cruze hatch. The fact the Premier doesn't have HID is kind of a bummer, but LEDs seems to be the way to go for most compacts these days.
The 1.4T is fine, but lags behind the Civic 1.5T and Sentra SR Turbo; the engine is too tuned for low-mid end (the automatic ALWAYS short shifts). I'm waiting to see the 1.6 diesel which is a brave move on GM's part thank in no part to VW ruining it for everyone.
Informative reviews. Follow your channel. Hands on the steering wheel at all times! Would be appreciated. lol
Incorrect. You can turn off stop/start. Here's how: put the shifter into L. Press the up shift 5 times. Drive the car. It will drive exactly like a normal automatic without stop start
Why does every car reviewer have a stick up their ass about hard touch plastic? There's always gonna be plastic in cars. It's not really a negative. Also, how often do you touch the dashboard?
Wow car is beautiful, better than even Mercedes, in fact im going to buy one right now!
This car ultimately comes off as ok, but a near miss vs. competitors.
mfmf100 A near miss...is a hit!
Nice car but hate to hear that they have so many problems with the motor
My problem with GM is that they always do the bare minimum. They are all about chasing what they THINK are profits. They are no longer the trendsetters they used to be back in the 20th century and it showed with this car. I loved the Cruze. Its looks were always appealing to me. The problem however is that they thought that’s all people wanted. They improved the interior but things like adaptive cruise control are left out. They always managed to be behind the competition when it comes to their smaller cheaper cars and wondered why their sedans weren’t one of the first on people shopping list. You make it sporty looking, give it an RS trim that fools people into thinking it’s supposed to have more power, but don’t give it any. Even WHEN sedans started falling out of favor. Because obviously Toyota and the Japanese are doing something right if their sedans continue to sell despite the SUV apocalypse. I’m kinda disappointed in them because now the Malibu is gone and I’m ready to just see about another brand unless I want an suv or truck (which I can’t afford right now. Neither do I need or want it).
Cruze rs? And here i was hoping for a 350hp awd hot hatch. Guess i will look else where.
They should offer it with the 8spd auto from the 16 Malibu since that top line now has a 9 spd
The hatch is nice looking but the sedan just looks so awkward. The Impala styling did not scale down well there. I think the 1st gen Cruze sedan will age better than the 2nd gen sedan.
Why are you obsessed with felt lined gloveboxes? I hate them. When dust gets in there its a pain to clean out. With plastic all you need is a wet cloth.
Can we get a review on the 2018 HB 1.4 turbo Diesel. Manual is a MUST!!!
Whisper diesel was 1.6 CDI. European Opal Astra had a Biturbo with 150hp increase of 12hp. Not sure how much more torque.
Please consider doing a review on the new chevy malibu!
My dream car ✌️✌️✌️
I wouldn't say the Cavalier was unloved, maybe horribly unreliable at times but however it sold like hotcakes. You still see SO many Cavaliers putting around. (some without mufflers) LOL
Everyone and there mother knows someone that has driven a Cavalier at one time.
This is one bloody handsome vehicle!
what happen to the 2.0 turbo diesel?
Discontinued for new body style. Chevy promised a 1.6 diesel for 2018 which gets even better MPG and unlike a certain German company, complies with US EPA emissions without cheating.
42 outside and you had the a/c on?
Don't listen to this guy, he always prefers cars with turbo and torch. And whatever vehicle doesn't have that is not his "fav and wouldn't recommend it " understand not everyone wants a fast car to race. Maybe ppl just want to go to work and take their kids to school with normal cars that are not "sporty" and good on gas or performance. So if a car does not satisfy u because it's not "fast" then understand other people have their own style of vehicles.
Elmi Mohamuf Turbos allow for the engine to be much smaller with HP/TQ numbers of a higher displacement engine. this helps with the cars efficiency. lots of these small turbo cars have good MPGs while also having enough power to get up and go. it's not all about going fast.
karma's a bitch
However you will pay maintenance cost and reliability issues.
You have seen the title of the channel right? Redline Reviews, not First Gear Reviews.
you sound full of shit
I personally wouldn’t want a torch sitting in my backseat all the time, but that’s just me. Pretty sure Sofyan doesn’t want a torch in his seats either.
I feel like led headlights should be illegal. Can't tell if someone is shining their brights or if it's just led.
Seriously....You can't turn off the auto start/stop?
I like that shirt.
The Sport version dosen't offer the Manual shift that exists on the lower "non-sporty" model = Fail