Is the Accord's transmission AT or CVT?
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The transmission of the Accord is CVT. Here are the differences between CVT and AT transmissions: 1. Demand aspects. Both transmissions have their own strengths. If you seek sporty excitement, the AT transmission can meet your needs; if you prioritize fuel economy, the CVT transmission can fulfill that requirement. 2. Reliability. The AT transmission is more reliable than the CVT. Here is an introduction to the Accord 2021 260TURBO Luxury Starry Sky Limited Edition: 1. Powertrain. Equipped with a 1.5T turbocharged engine, the maximum power is 143kw, paired with a CVT continuously variable transmission. 2. Body dimensions. The length, width, and height are 4893mm, 1862mm, and 1449mm respectively, with a wheelbase of 2830mm.
I've been driving my 10th-generation Accord for almost two years now, equipped with a CVT transmission, and it's incredibly smooth to drive. You can't feel any gearshift jerks even in traffic jams. A friend who test-drove my car recently said it feels as steady as an electric car. The newer Accord models have mostly used CVT transmissions since the 9th generation, though older versions like the 8th generation and earlier sometimes came with AT transmissions. The CVT definitely has an advantage in fuel efficiency—I average around 7 liters per 100km in city driving. If you're looking to buy a used Accord, be careful, as some models from a decade ago came with a 5AT. Overall, newer Accords mostly come with CVT transmissions now. The hybrid version, though called E-CVT, has a different structure, but both are designed for better fuel economy.
As a mechanic who frequently visits 4S shops, most Accords coming in for repairs now have CVT transmissions. Since the ninth generation, the new models have completely switched to CVT, and it's important to change the transmission fluid every 40,000 kilometers during maintenance. The repair costs are higher compared to the older AT models—last time, a customer with a slipping steel belt spent over 5,000 yuan on repairs. However, under normal driving conditions, CVTs have a low failure rate, but avoid frequent launch starts as the steel belt can't handle the stress. Owners of older Accords might miss the mechanical feel of the 5AT, but the new CVT is indeed more fuel-efficient and quieter. If you're maintaining your Accord yourself, remember to buy Honda-specific CVT fluid, or you might run into issues.
