What kind of transmission does the Baojun 510 use?
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Baojun 510 uses three types of transmissions: 6-speed manual transmission, CVT transmission, and AMT transmission. The CVT transmission is a common automatic transmission with a simple structure, good reliability, and durability. The AMT transmission adds a control mechanism to the manual transmission, which can control the engagement and disengagement of the clutch plates and also manage gear shifting. The dimensions of the Baojun 510 are 4220 mm in length, 1740 mm in width, and 1615 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2550 mm. The Baojun 510 features front-wheel drive, MacPherson strut front suspension, torsion beam rear suspension, and a unibody structure.
I've driven the Baojun 510 manual version equipped with a 6-speed manual transmission. The gear shifts are clear and smooth, though pressing the clutch in city traffic can be a bit tiring, but it's fuel-efficient. Later, I tried the automatic model. The early version used a 5-speed AMT transmission, which had some jerky shifts at low speeds, feeling like a manual transmission with an automatic clutch. Now, the new model has switched to a CVT continuously variable transmission, making the drive much smoother with quicker throttle response. Choosing a transmission depends on personal preference: go for manual if you enjoy control, opt for CVT for convenience, and AMT suits those on a budget. Remember to change the transmission fluid every 40,000 kilometers to extend its lifespan.