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What's the difference between D3 and D gear in automatic transmission cars?

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MaggieRose

09/05/25 2:02am

Here are the differences between D3 and D gear in automatic transmission cars: 1. Different gears: The D gear in an automatic transmission is the forward gear, which can upshift based on the vehicle speed and engine RPM. The D3 gear is a lock gear, meaning that once the transmission shifts up to the 3rd gear, the vehicle will not upshift further. It is generally used for climbing hills, as hill roads often have slopes, requiring a slight loss of speed to gain more torque. Therefore, locking the transmission in the 3rd gear allows for a certain speed while maintaining sufficient torque. 2. Different uses: The advantage of D3 is its faster response speed when overtaking. At a speed of 80 km/h, the gear is usually in the 5th or 6th gear. If you want to overtake quickly, the automatic transmission will gradually downshift from 6th to 5th to 4th to 3rd, which takes time. However, by directly shifting to D3, the transmission immediately changes to the 3rd gear, providing the fastest response speed. This enables instant acceleration, and after completing the acceleration, you can shift back to D gear.

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LaLane

09/17/25 2:45am

I've been driving automatic transmission cars for over a decade. Under normal road conditions, I always use D mode, which is the fully automatic shifting mode suitable for both city driving and highways, being both fuel-efficient and hassle-free. However, when it comes to mountain roads or long descents, I switch to D3 mode. This mode locks the transmission between 1st and 3rd gears, preventing it from shifting up to 4th gear or higher. This allows me to utilize engine braking to slow down the vehicle, reducing brake wear and preventing speed loss control during downhill driving. For instance, during my last self-drive tour in mountainous areas, I engaged D3 on continuous downhill sections, and the car became much more stable—no more alternating between gas and brake pedals. D3 is also useful when climbing steep slopes, providing stronger power output to prevent frequent gear shifts that cause jerky movements. However, frequent use of D3 may slightly increase fuel consumption, and it's unnecessary to switch to it on flat urban roads—D mode reigns supreme here. Improper long-term operation could potentially damage the transmission, so understanding these differences is crucial for daily vehicle maintenance.

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