It seems like a lot of manufacturers are turning to CVT's now. For example, all of the new Honda Accord models except for the V6's are equipped with CVT's now. The new Corolla in the US is equipped with a CVT as well (oh and guess what, the advertising for it seems to suggest that the new Corolla is somehow more "performance" oriented, lol). I just wonder how many new car buyers are aware of that...murcod wrote:I wonder if CVT's are popular (with manufacturers) due to other factors eg. lower cost, more compact dimensions, lighter weight?
There are a few manufacturers sticking with conventional autos that work very well. For example my Mum has a 2012 Kia Ria with the 1.6l DI engine and 6 speed auto. The trans in it is excellent and is always in the right gear at the right time. It gets along very well off the line, and is responsive to accelerator inputs.
Nissan Pushes Jatco to Resolve CVT Issues
http://www.suzuki.com.au/vehicles/model ... a/overviewKuroNekko wrote:
Also, the Jimny (modern day Samurai) is still sold in many countries and is legal for street use. With the 1.3 normally aspirated engine, it's called the Jimny Sierra. In the JDM with a 660cc turbo, it's called a Jimny.
Here's the info on the car from Suzuki's global site:
http://www.globalsuzuki.com/automobile/ ... index.html
How many new 4WD's are still available with solid front and rear axles?! Not many and a lot of people swear by them for off road use.
(It would not be sold in all Australian states/ territories due to the apparent lack of ESP/ESC).
David