cheers E46King. I ordered the manual, tbh I prefer manual cars. although the 8 speed Step Auto was tempting!! I Lease cars for a living and ive ordered a Black sapphire 3dr Step Auto for one of my mates. he cant see by Autos but as I said I prefer manual :D thanks :D
Also don't forget MPG is generally worse in winter due to having all the electrics on etc and engines take longer to warm up properly. May only make a small difference but could still play a part in it...