What is the difference between Tiptronic and CVT?

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AllieRose
07/25/25 12:13am
Tiptronic refers to a gear-shifting method that supports both manual and automatic shifting modes, while CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) refers to a transmission mode that continuously changes the gear ratio by using a steel belt on two conical pulleys. Below are detailed explanations of Tiptronic and CVT: 1. Tiptronic: Tiptronic means that when shifting gears, you can use the D (Drive) gear as the forward gear, with the transmission computer adjusting based on engine load and vehicle speed. Tiptronic has two shifting modes: automatic shifting, which automatically changes the gear ratio between the input and output shafts of the transmission. Additionally, in manual mode: when shifting into the M (Manual) gear, pushing the gear lever toward the "+" symbol upshifts, while pushing it toward the "-" symbol downshifts. 2. CVT: CVT transmission, also known as Continuously Variable Transmission, replaces the traditional automatic transmission that relies on gear shifting with a steel belt that continuously adjusts the transmission position between two conical pulleys. This means that when shifting into the D (Drive) gear, the transmission no longer shifts between first, second, etc., but instead, its gear ratio changes in a continuously rising straight line without distinct gear levels.
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