First CVT Transmission? Here's What to Expect.
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Published 2019-04-12
If you're in the market for a new vehicle with a Continually Variable Transmission (CVT), and you're not sure what to expect, then you're in the right place!
In this video, Justin explains what drivers can expect from the driver's seat, and demonstrates the operation of several popular CVT transmissions in 2019 model cars, including the Subaru Impreza, Honda Civic, Nissan Altima and Infiniti QX50.
Each transmission is demonstrated in various conditions, to help first-time drivers understand what to expect, and how the CVT responds.
Presented by Justin Pritchard for www.autotrader.ca.
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All Comments (21)
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What you missed to say that CVTs require more maintenance that includes more frequent gear oil changes and those CVT fluids are extremely expensive too.
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This is the best explanation of CVT that I have come across on YouTube so far. Thanks a lot.
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Thank you for explaining this like it's ok to own one. The first video that doesn't tell me I'm doomed and will have to replace the transmission.
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When you floored it in the Altima, I started sweating.
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Most people with broken nissan CVT transmissions never change the transmission oil as advised by Nissan. Try doing that for a change
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Definitely one of the best explanations I've heard on the CVT. Great Job!
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Well done! I was introduced to the CVT in a new 2007 Altima SL. I put 148,000 trouble-free miles on it and ended up selling it to the family across the street. They have put an additional 25,000 trouble-free miles on it. I loved the quality of that car so much that I was determined that my upgrade would also have a CTV. I found a new 2017 Nissan Maxima with beefed up CVT to handle its 300HP. This car has been flawless also and gets amazing gas mileage under all conditions. I average 27.5 mpg since new with combination 60% city and 40% interstate. My best MPG was 37.5 MPG on a trip between Ohio and Florida; slightly lower on the way back to Ohio "uphill". I will stay with CVT's as long as they make 'em. Highly satisfied.
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Super simple explanation. I just got a civic with the 2.0l engine and it’s so smooth
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Thank you, these other explanations were so confusing but i like this one 1+ sub:)
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Superb explanation! Got to be the best one online on the CVT, thank you.
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The only thing I don't like about CVT's is the lag you get when you first push on the gas.
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Easily the best explanation I have seen on youtube 👌👍 thank you!!
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BEST VIDEO ON THIS SUBJECT ON Y/T! THANKS FOR PRODUCING IT. CHEERS!
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You all are so good at introducing cars to consumers. Great car review channel!
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After having a car with a CVT transmission, I like it. My understanding is that the CVT transmission cannot take as much abuse as a regular transmission, in another words, the CVT does not suffer fools and idiots.
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Great video. Best explanation I have seen. Makes more sense now. Thanks.
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Just wanna say THANK YOU for clear info and examples. Brilliant
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Very good video, clear and concise explanation. Thank you. (Not a bot just impressed by the actually informative video with no fluff lol)
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Although I'm sure this will be continually improved and become the new standard, it's kinda funny when you think about the fact that this tech is what's been used in 50cc scooters for a long time.
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Great video! I love the CVT in my 2016 Outback. It's smooth, gives the big 3.6L good fuel economy, I couldn't be happier with the performance of it. Who knows how well it will hold up with age but I plan on driving the car into the ground, fingers crossed. I had a 2007 Forester before this with a regular 4 spd automatic. Poor fuel economy, sloppy shifts with kicking and slipping between gears.
