What transmission does the Changan Eado manual version use?
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Changan Eado manual version uses a 5-speed manual transmission. Below are the relevant details: Features of the 5-speed manual transmission: The five-speed transmission adopts a two-shaft layout, eliminating the conventional intermediate shaft, and integrates with the main drive bevel gear and differential as a longitudinally mounted front-wheel-drive transmission. Engine power is input through the input shaft, gear-shifted via various gear sets, and drives the front wheels through the output shaft, main reduction gear, and differential gear mechanism. Introduction to Changan Eado: Changan Eado is a compact sedan launched by Changan Automobile, available in two powertrain variants: a 1.6L naturally aspirated engine and a 1.4T turbocharged engine. The 1.6L engine delivers a maximum power of 128 horsepower, while the 1.4T engine produces up to 158 horsepower. In terms of transmission systems, the 1.6L model is paired with either a 5-speed manual transmission or a 6-speed automatic transmission, whereas the 1.4T model comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
I've been driving the Changan Eado with a manual transmission for two years now. The car comes with a 5-speed manual gearbox, and the shifting feel is quite smooth. Driving a manual allows you to directly feel the engine's power, especially the noticeable push-back sensation when accelerating in third gear. This gearbox has a simple structure, is sturdy and durable—after 40,000 kilometers, it has never given me any trouble, and maintenance costs are low. I remember when I first got the car, the clutch pedal was a bit high and took some getting used to, but once familiar, shifting became very intuitive. If you often drive on mountain roads, a manual transmission offers more control and freedom in managing the RPM compared to an automatic. The gearbox oil only needs to be changed every 60,000 kilometers, making it much more hassle-free than an automatic transmission.
