What kind of transmission does the Lavida automatic use?
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The Lavida 1.6 automatic model is equipped with an Aisin 6-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode. Introduction to the transmission: The transmission is a gearbox that changes the transmission ratio and direction of motion. It is located between the clutch and the central drive. Functions of the transmission: The main functions are to change the driving force and speed of the vehicle (shifting) while keeping the engine speed and torque unchanged; to allow the vehicle to reverse (direction change); and to enable the engine to stop without stalling (neutral gear). According to the transmission type, gear transmissions can be divided into three types: two-shaft, three-shaft, and combined. The two-shaft type has two main shafts (excluding the reverse shaft) and only goes through one pair of gear reduction. The three-shaft type has three main shafts (input shaft, intermediate shaft, and output shaft) and goes through two pairs of gear reduction. The combined type consists of two transmissions connected in series or parallel to obtain more gears with fewer gears.
I work in auto repair. The Lavida automatic models mainly use the Aisin 6AT transmission, though some 1.5L versions like the QiHang edition also use Volkswagen's own AQ250 6AT. The advantage of this transmission is its exceptional durability—it can easily last 200,000-300,000 km without major overhauls. In city traffic, its gear shifts are much smoother and more comfortable than dual-clutch transmissions. I've seen many ride-hailing drivers specifically choose Lavida models with this transmission, praising its reliability and cost-effectiveness. But remember, you need to change the transmission fluid every 60,000 km, and it's best to check the fluid condition before long summer trips.
I bought a Lavida automatic last year, and after driving it for half a year, I feel the gear shifts are super smooth. The 4S salesperson said the older model used the MQ200 platform paired with an Aisin 6AT, while the new Lavida Plus actually switched to a 1.5L engine matched with a 6AT combo. Once during a family road trip climbing a slope, I could clearly feel the transmission intelligently downshifting to boost power, and on the highway, the RPMs stay impressively steady. This transmission also has a sport mode—when using the paddle shifters to downshift for overtaking, the response is as quick as playing a video game. Daily fuel consumption is around 7L/100km, much more solid than CVT transmissions in the same class.
