Is a 6-speed automatic manual transmission a CVT transmission?
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A 6-speed automatic manual transmission is not a CVT transmission. A 6-speed automatic manual transmission has gears, while a CVT transmission does not. CVT transmissions are smaller in size, lighter in weight, and do not have a shifting process during acceleration, resulting in lower fuel consumption compared to vehicles with 6-speed automatic manual transmissions. Below is an introduction to CVT transmissions: 1. The full English translation of CVT is Continuously Variable Transmission, which also belongs to the category of automatic transmissions. However, the structure of a CVT differs from other AT automatic transmissions with gears. It can continuously change the transmission ratio to achieve continuous speed variation by altering the radii of two pulleys, resulting in changes in the gear ratio. Simply put, it's like a mountain bike with so many gears that they are uncountable, where every speed has a corresponding gear and ratio. This type of transmission not only offers excellent smoothness but also performs well in terms of fuel economy. 2. Currently, the material commonly used for CVT transmission steel belts is the pressure steel belt from Germany's Bosch, which is a product with intellectual property protection. Its design lifespan is basically 30 years. 3. Generally speaking, for the level of ordinary family cars, a CVT transmission can run for about 300,000 kilometers or even 400,000 kilometers without major issues, and 300,000 kilometers is just a standard reference value. It is important to develop good driving habits to reduce vehicle wear.
