The latest version of the Lineartronic ® CVT incorporates lightweight parts to improve efficiency, a wider range of gear ratios and Auto Stepped Speed Control, which mimics the gear shifts
of a traditional automatic transmission.
Essentially a combination
of a traditional automatic transmission and a continuously variable one (CVT), EVT has two drive modes — hence the name «two - mode hybrid.»
Another significant change is the adoption of the smooth, efficient Nissan Xtronic CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) in place
of a traditional automatic transmission design on all models.
Many of us were worried when Honda decided to use a CVT instead
of a traditional automatic transmission, but no need to worry.
Using the CVT allowed us to delete the torque converter
of a traditional automatic transmission because we were able to utilise a starter clutch with a direct control solenoid valve to allow precise pressure control.
Folks who weren't or aren't willing to accept the inefficiency
of a traditional automatic transmission have always had the availability of a good old - fashioned row - it - yourself manual transmission... and that's what I do.
In hybrid electric vehicles, like the Toyota Prius, engine braking is simulated by the computer software to match the feel
of a traditional automatic transmission.
Not exact matches
It's mated to a new seven - speed, dual - clutch
automatic transmission instead
of the last model's
traditional eight - speed
automatic.
Back in the
transmission's normal mode the shifts are slurred like a
traditional automatic gearbox, but the same mighty performance is always on tap regardless
of your driving mode.
The new 2016 Hyundai Sonata Plug - in Hybrid uses a similar powertrain as the standard Sonata Hybrid, which uses a 2.0 - liter, direct - injected four - cylinder engine and an electric motor that connects to the six - speed
automatic transmission in place
of a
traditional torque converter.
The Honda Accord, Civic, and Fit all now use continuously variable
transmissions instead
of traditional automatics.
A lot
of new
automatic transmissions (e.g. Volkswagen DSG) arent actually auto
transmissions, at least not in the
traditional sense.
Compared to a
traditional automatic transmission or Porsche's own Tiptronic S (no longer available on the 911), Porsche's PDK saps less powertrain energy, thus helping improve the fuel economy
of 911 models fitted with the technology.
[20] The placement
of the power window controls was on the center console, ahead
of the gear shift /
automatic transmission gear selector, as opposed to the
traditional installation
of the window switches on the respective doors.
The Forte is a better - looking car and packs a fair bit more power from its base 2.0 - liter direct - injected four - cylinder with 173 hp and 154 lb - ft
of torque with a
traditional six - speed
automatic transmission option if you don't go for the manual.
Using an ideal set
of gears, the transition from first to sixth is smooth, with virtually none
of the torque transfer generally associated with gear shifts in
traditional automatic transmissions.
The
transmission is AMG's clever seven - speed
automatic, but with a clutch pack in place
of a
traditional torque converter, which allows it to be calibrated to act much like a dual clutch box with both smooth and rapid shifts.
One
of the things that makes the Escape — and I'm surprised I'm even writing this — fun to drive is that Ford has held the line on a more
traditional six - speed
automatic transmission.
Most small cars come with
traditional four -, five - or now more commonly, six - speed
automatic transmissions, although you can find manual gearboxes, if you are more
of a do - it - yourselfer who prefers a more engaging driving experience.
While Honda has created one
of the industry's better CVTs, the
transmission still fails to better the
traditional multi-speed
automatics found in a number
of the Accord's competitors.
The new MSHS combines the elements
of a Toyota / Lexus
traditional full hybrid powertrain — including a 220 kW, 348 N · m 3.5 - liter V6 gasoline engine, electric motor and lithium - ion battery pack — with a 4 - speed
automatic gearbox mounted at the rear
of the hybrid
transmission.
PowerShift
transmissions are based on efficient manual
transmission technology, eliminating the weight and complexity
of a torque converter, planetary gears and the fluid pumps employed in
traditional automatics.
Regardless
of engine, the lone
transmission is a 6 - speed automated manual that operates like an
automatic; a
traditional manual gearbox is not offered.
That seven - speed
transmission is still a
traditional torque - converter
automatic, but in character it's right there with the best
of them — while shift speeds still skew toward the «
automatic» rather than «dual clutch» end
of the spectrum, the rev - matched downshifts in manual mode and responsive paddle shifters seemingly pulled straight from the GTR parts bin at least make the
transmission feel more eager and alive — think BMW SMG - II or Ferrari F1 shift from a few years back, and you won't be far off.
The range - topping AMG model uses a seven speed MCT (multiclutch
transmission), essentially a reworked version
of the
automatic with an
automatic clutch in place
of the
traditional torque converter for more rapid shifts.
Arriving in showrooms this fall, AMG's latest longroof uses the sedan's 603 - hp / 627 lb - ft 4.0 - liter twin - turbo V8 (hand - built,
of course), AMG - tuned 4Matic + all - wheel drive and a nine - speed
automatic transmission that uses a wet clutch in place
of the
traditional torque converter.
A single engine denotes the A5 Cabriolet lineup: a turbocharged 2.0 - liter, 4 - cylinder mill that is good for 220 horsepower and 258 lb - ft
of torque, output that is handled by either a continuously variable
automatic or a
traditional 8 - speed
automatic transmission.
That engine is mated to a continuously variable
transmission that can simulate the gear changes
of a
traditional automatic.
The hybrid gets a few more ponies and a continuously variable
transmission that mimics the shifts
of a
traditional automatic, Toyota said.
In addition to the larger engine and six - speed
transmission, GT models also contain additional equipment, including all
of the standard Sedan features plus quad tailpipes, clear taillight lenses (as opposed to the Sedan's
traditional red taillights),
automatic dual - zone air conditioning, a larger center - console display screen, and an 11 - speaker Blaupunkt premium audio system with 2 subwoofers, six - disc CD changer, and auxiliary input jack.
A continuously variable
transmission, or CVT, is a type
of automatic transmission that provides more useable power, better fuel economy and a smoother driving experience than a
traditional automatic transmission.
Nissan's Xtronic CVT is the only available
transmission, and the company is bragging about the third generation
of «D - step logic,» software that helps the CVT act like a
traditional automatic trans.
A five - speed manual and a six - speed
automatic transmission are offered with the base Golf, while the TDI turbodiesel adds the option
of a six - speed dual - clutch automated manual or a six - speed
traditional manual box.
Besides the
traditional hydraulic
automatic transmissions, there are also other types
of automated
transmissions, such as a continuously variable
transmission (CVT) and semi-
automatic transmissions, that free the driver from having to shift gears manually, by using the
transmission's computer to change gear, if for example the driver were redlining the engine.