What brand is the transmission of the Arrizo 5plus?
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The transmission manufacturer used in the Arrizo 5plus is Wanliyang. Wanliyang is a leading domestic manufacturer of medium and light truck transmissions and has now entered the heavy-duty truck and bus transmission markets, while also building capacity for passenger car transmissions. The Arrizo 5plus transmission comes with a 5-speed manual and a CVT (simulated 9-speed). The manual transmission (MT), also known as a manual gearbox, requires the driver to manually shift gears by moving the gear lever to change the gear engagement inside the transmission, altering the gear ratio to achieve speed variation. The difference between a CVT and a stepped transmission is that its gear ratio is not a series of discrete points but a continuous range of values, resulting in excellent fuel economy, power performance, and smooth driving, while also reducing emissions and costs. For the Arrizo 5plus transmission, the following points should be noted during daily use: Do not delay transmission oil changes for too long. Prolonged failure to change the transmission oil can damage internal components such as bearings and the housing. Avoid prolonged coasting in neutral. When driving a manual transmission vehicle, many experienced drivers may coast in neutral, but for automatic transmission vehicles, coasting in neutral can cause the transmission to overheat, and shifting back into D (Drive) mode may produce a noticeable jolt. Never shift into D/R (Drive/Reverse) before the vehicle has come to a complete stop. Many drivers, aiming for "smooth" operation, shift directly into reverse while the vehicle is still moving, which can cause significant damage to the transmission gears and, over time, lead to gear grinding or other failures. Avoid frequently climbing steep slopes in D mode. When facing steep slopes, automatic transmission vehicles often overheat due to high load or shift up too early, resulting in insufficient climbing power. In such cases, using manual mode to lock in lower gears or switching to sport mode can help protect the transmission. Do not tow the vehicle over long distances. If an automatic transmission vehicle breaks down, it should be transported using a flatbed tow truck with the vehicle in N (Neutral) mode, rather than being towed directly with a tow rope or similar method.
I've driven this car myself, and it uses a CVT transmission, primarily from Punch Powertrain. It feels exceptionally smooth when driving, with almost no noticeable jerkiness during gear shifts. For daily commutes in urban traffic, the fuel consumption is quite economical, and it remains quiet even on highways. This design is well-suited for everyday commuting and is less prone to malfunctions, but it's recommended to check the transmission fluid every 10,000 kilometers to avoid overheating or wear. Compared to my colleagues' cars, such as some Japanese models in the same class that also use CVTs, the Arrizo offers better value for money, especially since Chery's choice of this brand is quite reliable. Overall, it's a pleasant car to use—just avoid flooring the accelerator too often.
