Which has a longer lifespan, dual-clutch or CVT?
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CVT has a longer lifespan. Here are the relevant details: 1. CVT refers to the continuously variable transmission. Its gear ratio is not intermittent points but a series of continuous values, achieving good fuel economy, power performance, and smooth driving while reducing emissions and costs. CVT focuses on gentle driving and smooth fuel efficiency, so it is commonly installed in economy cars. 2. Dual-clutch refers to the dual-clutch transmission, which belongs to both manual and automatic transmissions. In addition to the flexibility of manual transmissions and the comfort of automatic transmissions, it also provides uninterrupted power output. The advantages of dual-clutch transmissions include: fast gear shifting, fuel efficiency, comfort, and almost no torque loss.
I've driven several cars with different types of transmissions before. I found that dual-clutch transmissions tend to overheat easily in traffic jams, and they start to vibrate after about 70,000 to 80,000 kilometers. I had to repair it several times. Later, I switched to a CVT model, and now it has run 150,000 kilometers smoothly without any strange noises. The key is to maintain it on time. CVTs don't have very strict maintenance requirements; just change the fluids regularly to extend their lifespan. Driving habits are also important—avoiding sudden acceleration can reduce wear. If you often drive in the city, CVTs are indeed more durable, as they are designed to better handle frequent starts and stops. Based on my personal experience, I think CVTs generally have a longer lifespan, especially being more beginner-friendly.
