The one thing that I have found is that the MT on the HCH is a bit finicky. Maybe a better way to put it is "not as forgiving" as the MT on my previous vehicles (Nissan PU, Chevy Cavalier, Chevy Chevette, Isuzu Trooper).

I attribute (speculate) that this is because of the auto stop feature in the vehicle. If you don't press the clutch ENTIRELY down to the floor, you may find yourself with no engine (autostopped) when you release to go. You then must "double" clutch.

It has been nearly 7 years since I retired my last MT car, so I put the blame on the user. Me.

-Charlie...