CG - Manual? Auto box reliability?

[spetz]

Hi guys,
Can someone tell me whether the CG 2.3L ever came in a manual or were they all autos?

How is the fuel economy of the 2.3 Vs the 3.0?

And, if it only is in auto, how is the auto box? I know when they go they are expensive to fix.

Lastly, is the CG a lot better than the CD?

Thanks

[hotrod]

from what iv herd the auto in the 2.3 live longer than the 3.0. as long as you service the trans at least every second service they should last a while.i have the 3.0.

[spetz]

I think auto gearbox service intervals are usually 50-80,000km?

Have you had any issues with your car?
How is it on petrol?
Any advice you can give me?

[hotrod]

my mechanic changes the trans oil every second service.there was a time it was a bit funny with the gear change but he put a oil filter for the trans.so its ok now.i get about 500k from about 55 litres.

[spetz]

What kind of driving is that Hotrod?
How many km on your car?

[hotrod]

i just drive to work mostly suburb driving rarely go on freeways.its done 184k