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FYI I wanted a manual but as it was to be the main family car I had to settle for the auto.
Be happy with the auto! Better box than a manual for 4wd except downhill (not everyone agrees though :-). Learn to drive through the brakes and you have "poor mans lockers". Enjoy the new rig.