Is the Accord's transmission AT or CVT?

[LeAdriel]

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.

[VonSkylar]

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.

[DiNatalie]

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.

[SanHope]

The transmission changes in the Accord are quite interesting. The seventh generation used a 5AT, while the ninth generation switched to a CVT. I've driven both models for comparison - the AT has slight shift shocks but delivers direct power, whereas the CVT is as smooth as butter though engine noise becomes noticeable during hard acceleration. Currently, the 11th-gen Accord sold at 4S shops all come with CVT, with the hybrid version called E-CVT (which actually has a different structure). Manufacturers adopted CVT mainly to meet emission regulations, achieving about 10% lower fuel consumption. Old-school car enthusiasts might prefer AT for its driving pleasure, but CVT is perfectly adequate for regular family use. Used car buyers should check the nameplate - pre-2013 Accords still had AT versions.

[McWilliam]

I've been driving my Accord Hybrid for three years, and its E-CVT transmission is actually different from traditional CVTs. It directly drives the wheels through electric motors, with no steel belt structure, making it more durable. The regular gasoline-powered Accords now uniformly use CVTs, as the salesperson specifically emphasized when I accompanied a friend to pick up their car last year. Compared to AT transmissions, CVTs excel in fuel efficiency and smoothness, making them particularly suitable for urban commuting. However, they have a protection mechanism during cold starts, requiring about a minute before normal driving is possible. If you frequently drive on mountain roads, CVTs can overheat under prolonged high RPMs, making them less robust than ATs in this regard.

[VonKaden]

Researching Honda's technical documentation reveals that the Accord's transmission evolution can be divided into three stages: Before 2008, it used 4AT/5AT transmissions; starting with the ninth generation in 2013, CVT became the main focus; and now, the eleventh generation has fully adopted CVT. Behind this shift is the pressure to improve fuel efficiency, as CVT can help the 1.5T engine save about 15% on fuel consumption. I've disassembled a faulty CVT transmission before, and steel belt wear is a common issue. For daily driving, it's recommended to avoid sudden acceleration and shift to neutral (N) at red lights to reduce stress on the steel belt. Although some car reviewers claim CVT lacks driving excitement, real-world tests show that the tenth-generation Accord CVT version accelerates 0.5 seconds faster from 0-100 km/h than the older 5AT model, making it perfectly adequate for family use.