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I’ve been researching and debating about the type of auto boxes available. There seems to be an even amount of disadvantages for all of them. Torque converters aren’t as fuel efficient, CVTs are noisy...
We are currently looking for an estate/MPV type car with an automatic gearbox. We have narrowed down our search to either the Toyota Avensis (estate version) or Auris. Which years of these model particular...
I want to buy a secondhand automatic compact SUV for my daughter. She likes the Nissan Juke but have seen bad reviews for automatic problems. Our budget is £8000.
I have had my Nissan Juke since last September. It was starting to shudder but I didn’t think it could be anything serious or a red light would show. I’ve now been told that it’s the automatic gearbox....
What does CVT mean and are they noisy?
We have a 2021 Honda Jazz and I am puzzled as to whether, when the petrol engine is driving the car, if this is through a direct drive or through a CVT gearbox (presumably with stepped ratios). I asked...
For the last 25 years I have always had torque converter automatics as well as driving the odd CVT and I am now looking to change my car again. I have been somewhat surprised that although there are still...
My nephew has had a succession of Honda Jazz cars, all manual gearboxes. The present hybrid model is only available with the CVT gearbox. He id due to change his car but is concerned about winter driving...
My son has a 2016 Nissan Pulsar 1.5 diesel. It has 60,000 miles and is fully serviced, including cam belt change. To date, it has been totally reliable and the lease is ending soon. Is it worth buying...
Which small used cars have CVT? Should I consider others with DSG?
 

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