What transmission does the Geely New Emgrand use?
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Geely New Emgrand uses a 5-speed manual transmission and a CVT transmission. The functions of the transmission are: 1. To change the transmission ratio and expand the range of torque and speed changes of the driving wheels; 2. To enable the car to reverse while maintaining the same engine rotation direction; 3. To interrupt power transmission by using neutral gear, allowing the engine to start, idle, and facilitate gear shifting or power output. The dimensions of the Geely New Emgrand are 4725mm in length, 1802mm in width, and 1478mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2700mm. The Geely New Emgrand is equipped with a Geely self-developed JL4G15 1.5L naturally aspirated engine, with a maximum power output of 109kw.
I've driven three Emgrands from different years, and the transmissions in these cars are quite particular. The older models used the Punch CVT with a steel belt drive, offering a smooth, creamy feel at low speeds. After 2019, the 1.5L naturally aspirated version quietly switched to the Wanliyang CVT, adding an S-mode sport setting under the gear lever. The biggest surprise was the fourth-generation Emgrand launched in 2022, which adopted a wet 7DCT dual-clutch transmission developed by Geely—shifting gears as crisply as snapping bamboo clappers. If you see a hybrid version with a blue-bordered badge, its dedicated hybrid transmission has a completely different structure. Before buying, it's best to pop the hood and check the transmission label. I once saw a hilarious mix-up where a 1.8L older model was mistakenly labeled as an automatic.