CVT (CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSAXLE) OUTLINE [DJVA-EL]
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CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle)
• CVT (Continuously Variable Transaxle) has been adopted with a newly developed DJVA-EL type TCC mechanism.
• By enabling continuously changing gear ratios, the merits of CVT compared with a conventional step-type ATX are as follows:
Fuel economy improvement
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― Fuel economy is improved by enabling the vehicle to be driven in the best range for optimum engine performance. A particular contribution to fuel economy has been made in the low vehicle speed range.
― Because of a wider gear ratio, the engine speed is reduced when driving at high speeds in high gear which improves fuel economy.
Engine performance improvement
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― Acceleration performance is improved because acceleration can be maintained at the maximum engine speed output.
― Smooth shifting and maximized engine performance are possible without the uneven drive force of a step-type ATX.
