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Is a 1.5L Automatic Transmission Sufficient for Mountain Driving?

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07/30/25 6:30am

1.5L automatic transmission is not sufficient for mountain driving. It might be acceptable for manual transmission models or those with highly efficient dual-clutch transmissions, but CVT or AT torque converter transmissions would struggle. The 1.5L naturally aspirated engine itself has average power, and when paired with an automatic transmission, it can feel underpowered on mountain roads. If the car is carrying several passengers and some luggage in the trunk, it will be particularly challenging. Below are some driving precautions: Check the rearview mirrors: When turning or changing lanes, always use turn signals and reduce speed. Before turning, be sure to check the rearview mirrors. For left turns, primarily check the left rearview mirror, and for right turns, primarily check the right rearview mirror. For both left and right turns, also check the interior rearview mirror. Don't focus solely on the front of the car: When driving on clear roads, look straight ahead about 100 meters, rather than focusing only on the immediate front of the car. Depress the clutch: Generally, when decelerating at speeds above 40 km/h, there's no need to press the clutch first. Wait until the speed drops to around 20 km/h before pressing the clutch. Steering: Turn the steering wheel slowly at high speeds and quickly at low speeds.

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