What transmission does the Lynk & Co 03 use?
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The Lynk & Co 03 three-cylinder 1.5T model is equipped with Geely's domestically produced 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, while the four-cylinder 2.0T displacement model uses an imported Japanese Aisin 6AT transmission. Below is a detailed introduction to the Lynk & Co 03: 1. The Lynk & Co 03 is developed based on the CMA (Compact Modular Architecture) jointly developed by Geely and Volvo. This new automotive architecture, known as the "Intelligent Magic Cube," inherits the active and passive safety features of Volvo's SPA platform, renowned as the world's safest car platform. It also offers high flexibility and scalability, enabling the creation of vehicle platforms suitable for various body styles and sizes, while supporting both traditional and new energy powertrains. The CMA architecture is highly adaptable and expandable. 2. The Lynk & Co 03 is positioned as a compact sporty family sedan. It may not be the most stylish model, but it certainly turns heads. Its low-slung design establishes a sporty character, and the rear diffuser adds an aggressive touch. 3. The interior design of the Lynk & Co 03 emphasizes the driving experience, with the dashboard noticeably tilted toward the driver's side. The minimalist design philosophy is evident in the reduction of physical buttons. In terms of features, the car comes standard with a 10.2-inch central touchscreen, dual-zone automatic climate control, a 10.25-inch full LCD instrument panel, four-way manual steering wheel adjustment, a panoramic sunroof, keyless entry, one-touch start, tire pressure monitoring, and cruise control. Higher trim levels also include lane-keeping assist, lane departure warning, active braking, fatigue driving alerts, and other driver assistance features.
The transmission configurations of the Lynk & Co 03 vary significantly depending on the specific model version. The 1.5T versions are all equipped with a 7-speed wet dual-clutch transmission (DCT) developed by Geely, which indeed offers fast gear shifts. The 2.0T versions differ: the low-power variant also comes with the 7DCT, while the high-power version features an Aisin 8-speed automatic transmission (8AT). Anyone who has driven the 03+ knows that the 8AT provides noticeably smoother gear shifts, with particularly crisp downshifts when you floor the accelerator. While the DCT version can occasionally exhibit slight jerks in city traffic jams, it’s still far more reliable than dry DCTs. The transmission tuning of the 03 leans toward sportiness, with quick responses in manual mode for both upshifts and downshifts, making it quite engaging on mountain roads. It’s recommended to test-drive and pay attention to the shifting performance across different RPM ranges.
