Which Corolla model uses an AT transmission?
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No Corolla model uses an AT transmission. All Corolla models uniformly employ a CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), which not only performs the transmission functions of a conventional gasoline vehicle transmission but also allows seamless switching between electric and engine-driven modes. Below is more information about transmissions: Transmissions are divided into manual transmissions and automatic transmissions. Manual transmissions consist of gears and shafts, while automatic transmissions comprise components such as torque converters and planetary gears. The transmission is a crucial component of a vehicle, capable of altering gear ratios and expanding torque and rotational speed. With the continuous development of the automotive industry, transmissions have evolved from manual transmissions in the past to today's continuously variable transmissions. Transmissions enable vehicles to reverse while maintaining the engine's rotational direction, and shifting into neutral can interrupt power, allowing the engine to start and change gears. Drivers using automatic transmissions can easily operate their vehicles, and compared to manual transmissions, automatic transmissions are less prone to malfunctions.
I remember when driving a Corolla, the automatic transmission models were usually the older gasoline versions equipped with AT transmissions, such as the 2016 model year or earlier, which used a 4-speed. The gear shifts felt quite noticeable and stable. However, newer models like those from 2020 onwards have mostly switched to continuously variable transmissions (CVT), which is another type of automatic transmission that is more fuel-efficient. If you're considering buying a Corolla, AT transmission cars are quite common in the used car market. They are simple to maintain with oil change intervals around 40,000 kilometers. Just check the model year before buying to avoid mistaking it for a CVT. For daily city driving, this AT transmission performs well without any lag.