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The difference between CVT and AT

1, different definitions

AT (automatic transmission) mainly uses hydraulic torque converter with traditional mechanical gearbox to realize shift function.

CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) uses transmission belt and driving wheel and driven wheel with variable working diameter to transmit power.

2, the stability is different

AT gearbox is the most mature gearbox among all automatic gearboxes at present, and its reliability and stability (worry-free operation) are far better than other automatic gearboxes in supermarkets.

3. Different driving feelings

CVT continuously variable gearbox gives people a smooth driving experience; The driving feeling of AT gearbox is that it has a stronger sense of operation and better driving pleasure.

Disadvantages of AT gearbox

First, the problem of fuel consumption. RelATively speaking, at gearbox is more fuel-intensive. This is because the way that at gearbox realizes power transmission through oil medium is very inefficient and wastes a part of kinetic energy.

Another embarrassing point is that when the battery of the car is defective, the car with at gearbox cannot be started by the drive of the big car. It should also be noted that the driving wheel of the traction car at the gearbox should leave the ground to protect the automatic wave gear from damage.