In the last decade, cars with CVT transmissions are gaining popularity, especially among the Japanese auto industry. Without a doubt, cars that are equipped with this type of transmission have an advantage over conventional mechanics or automatic transmissions. For manufacturers, this is the relative cheapness of manufacturing the power unit and its integration. For the consumer - smoothness in the dynamics of the car and fuel economy.
How long does a used CVT last in a used car?
When a person buys a new car from the showroom, he thinks little about the problems of power units that may arise during operation. Moreover, manufacturers give a solid warranty on new machines. But not everyone can afford to come to a Japanese car dealership and choose what they like. When buying a car in the secondary market, you definitely need to think about how long bu variator and what condition it is in.
On new cars (for example, Toyota), manufacturers promise that the CVT has a mileage of more than 300 thousand km. But most often this figure is slightly less and depends on certain factors. Therefore, when buying an old sedan with a unique transmission, you must consider its mileage. If the selected car has already traveled 200 thousand km, then it is worth considering how, if this “box” fails, it will be repaired or replaced. And not only mileage is an indicator of the state of individual vehicle units. Care of individual parts is necessary as refueling your steel horse. At a minimum, change the oil in a timely manner according to the instructions for a particular vehicle.
Can the old variator be repaired?
Depending on the popularity of the CVT manufacturer, it is possible to determine whether the unit is repairable and how much spare parts with work will cost. Ordinary garage specialists try not to take these types of transmissions into work. The reason for this is the difficulty of finding an original spare part, and how the car will then behave is unknown on analog parts. The variator is a complex part of the car, but its repair is possible if you entrust the matter to professionals in specialized services.
Some Disadvantages of CVT Transmission
The owner of a car with this type of "box" must know how to operate it:
- At traffic lights, start smoothly and without slipping;
- You must not start driving with an unheated gearbox;
- Try to avoid long city traffic jams;
- Do not drive too fast on the track.
It doesn't matter what kind of car a person buys, new or old. If you properly operate and maintain a supported car on time, then any gearbox will serve more than one hundred thousand kilometers.
