What are the differences between Toyota's CVT and Nissan's CVT?
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Toyota's CVT and Honda's CVT, although both called CVT, are completely different. 1. Toyota's CVT is technically called E-CVT, which differs significantly from traditional CVTs and is primarily used in hybrid models. Toyota's CVT transmission focuses more on fuel efficiency, adhering to Toyota's philosophy of being economical, durable, and fuel-saving. For example, Toyota's S-CVT transmission, a model specifically designed for the domestic market, employs coaxial dual-outlet oil pump technology. This technology intelligently reduces fuel consumption by utilizing different oil channels under varying workloads. Toyota has made extensive and comprehensive advancements in CVT development, consistently prioritizing efficiency. 2. Honda's CVT is entirely different from Toyota's, with a more sport-oriented design, largely influenced by Honda's core expertise. Thus, Honda's CVT transmission perfectly inherits this characteristic. However, due to the nature of CVTs relying on friction for power transmission, they cannot handle excessive torque; otherwise, the steel belt may slip or even break. Even the current strongest Bosch 7th-generation steel belt has a limit of only 450Nm, which is considerably lower compared to AT transmissions that can handle 800 or even 1000Nm.