What transmission is used in the new Accord?
2 Answers
New Accord E-CVT transmission. Disadvantages of the transmission: During acceleration, the transmission does not skip gears. The harder you press the accelerator, the more the transmission gears spin and slip. Sometimes, it may experience difficulty downshifting or upshifting. The shift piston wears out due to excessive impurities in the transmission fluid, preventing the transmission fluid from depressurizing and making gear shifts impossible, so it is necessary to change the transmission fluid regularly. Gear shifts may also be jerky. Advantages of the transmission: Although the transmission has been complained about by owners for various issues, its durability is still acceptable. Common transmission problems, apart from design and technical imperfections, are largely due to the owner's driving habits or long-term driving under harsh road conditions. Therefore, it is reasonable to view transmission issues rationally, develop good driving habits, and perform regular maintenance and repairs.
Recently I drove the new Accord and found it uses a CVT transmission, also known as a continuously variable transmission. This design makes gear shifts incredibly smooth, especially in stop-and-go city traffic, with no jerking at all, and the fuel efficiency is outstanding, with just over 6 liters per 100 kilometers. For me, driving is much more worry-free since I don’t have to constantly think about shifting gears. As for maintenance, the CVT transmission requires a fluid check roughly every 60,000 kilometers, unlike traditional automatic transmissions that need more frequent attention. If I occasionally want to push it, switching the Accord to Sport mode makes the response quicker, but overall, it’s still more comfort-oriented. In short, the CVT is perfect for daily commuting, allowing for better focus on driving and improving safety.
