What automatic transmission is installed in the Alto?
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The manufacturer of the Alto's automatic transmission is Aisin. Established in 1969, Aisin is a world-renowned professional developer and manufacturer of automotive automatic transmissions. In the field of automotive automatic transmissions, Aisin's products hold the highest market share globally. The Alto's automatic transmission uses a 4-speed automatic transmission. Automatic transmission: During driving, the transmission will automatically adjust to the most appropriate gear ratio based on the throttle position and vehicle speed. When using the Alto's automatic transmission in daily driving, pay attention to the following points: Do not delay changing the transmission oil for too long. Prolonged failure to change the transmission oil can lead to damage to internal components such as bearings and the housing. Avoid coasting in neutral for extended periods. Many experienced drivers may coast in neutral when driving manual transmission vehicles, but for automatic transmission vehicles, coasting in neutral can cause the transmission to overheat and may result in a noticeable jolt when shifting back into Drive (D). Never shift into Drive (D) or Reverse (R) before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Some drivers, aiming for a smooth operation, shift into reverse while the vehicle is still moving, which can cause significant damage to the transmission gears and may lead to gear grinding or other faults over time. Avoid frequently climbing steep slopes in Drive (D). On steep inclines, automatic transmission vehicles may overheat due to high load or shift up too early, resulting in insufficient climbing power. In such cases, use manual mode to lock in a lower gear or switch to sport mode to protect the transmission. Do not tow the vehicle over long distances. If an automatic transmission vehicle breaks down, use a flatbed tow truck to move the vehicle onto the tow platform while it is in Neutral (N). Avoid using tow ropes or dragging the vehicle directly.
The Alto I bought is the 2020 version, equipped with an AMT automatic transmission, which is an intelligent manual-automatic transmission. It drives quite smoothly, especially in city traffic where I don't need to shift gears manually, making it much easier. The AMT is more fuel-efficient, and maintenance is also cheap, like replacing parts doesn't cost much, making it suitable for novice drivers like me. However, there is a slight jerk when starting, but you get used to it. Overall, for a small-displacement car, this transmission is designed to be very practical. Before buying, I compared it with other brands, and the Alto's system offers great value for money. I don't regret choosing it.
