How to Drive the Emgrand with Manual-Automatic Transmission?
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Emgrand with manual-automatic transmission is driven by: releasing the handbrake after ignition, shifting to D gear, then directly releasing the foot brake and stepping on the accelerator. The Emgrand is a compact model under Geely, equipped with a 1.5L 109 horsepower L4 engine, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, and features a 4-door 5-seater sedan body structure. The Emgrand's body dimensions are 4599mm in length, 1747mm in width, and 1482mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2615mm. Its front suspension type is MacPherson independent suspension, and the rear suspension type is torsion beam non-independent suspension, with electric power steering.
After starting the car, gently push the gear lever to D (Drive) with your right hand to engage automatic driving. For manual shifting, move the lever further to the right into M (Manual) mode—pushing forward upshifts while pulling back downshifts. Downshifting during uphill overtaking delivers a powerful boost; let the tachometer hit 3000 rpm before upshifting for instant acceleration. On long descents, manual low gear provides steadier control than constant braking. Use D mode for hassle-free traffic jams, while weekend mountain drives feel more thrilling in manual. The dashboard displays the current gear—seasoned manual drivers will instantly master this operation.
Driving a semi-automatic transmission requires mastering a few key operations: The D (Drive) mode is ideal for city commuting—just shift and press the accelerator to go. To switch to manual mode, push the gear lever right to the M position; push forward to upshift and pull backward to downshift. The key is matching engine speed—shifting at 2,000 RPM ensures the smoothest transition, so don’t wait until the engine screams. I always switch to manual in tunnels or on winding mountain roads, holding 3rd gear for the most stable speed control. Remember to maintain steady throttle during shifts—no sudden stomping. The transmission’s computer has a protection mechanism that auto-adjusts gears if RPM is too high or low, so no need to worry about damaging the gearbox.