Most automatic transmissions will allow selection of a low gear for steep hills, AFIAA.
The only reasonable argument for manual is repair costs.
And if you wanna pull a sick heel toe drift on the touge of course
...and the ability to bump start the car. Also, towing an auto is tricky!
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Most automatic transmissions will allow selection of a low gear for steep hills, AFIAA.
The only reasonable argument for manual is repair costs.