Is Toyota's Transmission CVT or AT?
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Both types of transmissions are available. The differences between them are as follows: 1. Principle: The 6AT, due to the insufficient range of automatic torque variation by the hydraulic torque converter, connects several rows of planetary gears behind the turbine to improve efficiency. The hydraulic control system automatically operates the planetary gears according to changes in engine operation, thereby achieving automatic speed and torque variation. The CVT's conical discs can tighten or loosen under the thrust of hydraulic pressure, squeezing the steel belt to adjust the width of the V-shaped groove. When the conical discs move inward and tighten, the steel belt is pushed outward from the center of the circle under the pressure of the discs, and vice versa. This changes the diameter of the disc driven by the steel belt, thus altering the transmission ratio. 2. Usage: The 6AT does not require a clutch to shift gears, has fewer gear changes but larger variations, and provides smooth connections, making it easy to operate. It offers convenience for the driver and comfort for passengers. The CVT, lacking the transmission gears of a conventional automatic transmission, eliminates the gear-shifting process of an automatic transmission, thereby removing the associated gear-shift jerkiness. As a result, the CVT's power output is linear, providing a very smooth driving experience in actual use.