The Most Reliable CVT Cars: A Brand Comparison

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  • Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
  • Are CVT transmissions reliable? Discover the TOP 5 CAR BRANDS with the most dependable CVT cars in 2025 and Beyond! We break down reliability, fuel efficiency, maintenance tips, and model recommendations to help you avoid costly repairs.
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    ✅ CVT Transmission 101: Why they’re hated, why they’re improving, and how to make them last 100,000+ miles.
    ✅ Brand Rankings: From budget-friendly Kia/Hyundai to bulletproof Toyota/Honda - who takes the crown?
    ✅ Model Breakdown: Best CVT cars for city driving, fuel economy, and long-term reliability.
    ✅ Critical Warnings: Which older CVT models to AVOID (and why).
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    Honda - Smooth, efficient, and nearly bulletproof.
    Subaru - AWD + CVT: Genius combo or reliability gamble?
    Hyundai/Kia - Budget heroes with mixed CVT track records.
    Nissan - Wait, where are they? Why they didn’t make the cut.
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    Hyundai/Kia’s hidden gem: The one CVT SUV beating its competitors.
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    Critical maintenance tip: The #1 mistake that kills CVTs (and how to avoid it).
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 217

  • @AutoNuggets
    @AutoNuggets  День тому

    Also check out this video which gives you TIPS to protect your automatic transmissions 👇: ua-cam.com/video/Mh75zpkqYaY/v-deo.html

  • @K4rur0
    @K4rur0 Рік тому +15

    Just got our own Toyota Veloz CVT a month ago. I'm hopeful that it's reliable and it will last longer.

    • @brendonlee137
      @brendonlee137 Рік тому +3

      Also me honda brv,hopefully it will last long

    • @calvinklein9595
      @calvinklein9595 7 місяців тому +1

      Of course it's reliable the only problem you will encounter is that it will make your pocket empty,,also aftersales pms,downpayments,cots of gas prices😂😂😂

    • @Luciano-IL
      @Luciano-IL 2 місяці тому

      It depends who made your Toyota.....Turkey,Indonesia or India

    • @AshleySpeaks4U
      @AshleySpeaks4U 2 місяці тому +2

      My 2014 Corolla CVT has over 140,000 on it. Another woman said the same with her Toyota CVT.

    • @junitoocasio2094
      @junitoocasio2094 27 днів тому +1

      It has lifetime warranty don't worry😂

  • @m8s4lif
    @m8s4lif 7 місяців тому +97

    Whenever I hear someone state that a transmission, motor or vehicle can last over 100,000 miles, I take that as a red flag. As far as I'm concerned, any vehicle that has been taken care of should last at least 250,000 to 300,000 miles. There should be the occasional over 500,000-mile vehicles.

    • @dankelley6194
      @dankelley6194 6 місяців тому +5

      I have a 2015 Subaru Legacy with 183, 000 miles on it and no transmission (or any other problems) and expect it to just keep running fine.

    • @m8s4lif
      @m8s4lif 6 місяців тому

      @@dankelley6194 If you take good care of it, it just might do that. I have a 2014 Legacy and just love the car.

    • @xtcydom
      @xtcydom 6 місяців тому

      @@dankelley6194that’s great to hear, my hyundai just hit 85k on the dash no problems at all yet it’s actually a little worrying I feel like everything will go wrong at once instead 😂

    • @ryry7886
      @ryry7886 4 місяці тому

      My ford fusion cvt lasted over 220k. It doesnt actually have a band like the others but two electric motors/generators inside.

    • @stevenlochner4619
      @stevenlochner4619 4 місяці тому +1

      My thoughts exactly. Any decent vehicle should last at least 250K miles.

  • @doodskie999
    @doodskie999 4 місяці тому +19

    Had 3 subarus now, a 14 forester xt, a 22 crosstrek and now a 19 outback 3.6r. Never had any issues with its cvt. Just regular fluid change every 40k. I dont do towing so my cvt's are not strained. I really love them cars

    • @johnnn.darrelll2746
      @johnnn.darrelll2746 3 місяці тому +5

      I bought 2015 subaru OB 3.6r , has 125k miles. Its so smooth and responsive! I just hope my cvt last to 250k miles or more. Ill do cvt fluid change soon!

    • @hottowers
      @hottowers 3 місяці тому

      My Subaru dealer said they recommend CVT service at 100,000 miles. Thoughts on that? I have a 2020 outback that is now at 65,000 miles.

    • @doodskie999
      @doodskie999 3 місяці тому +3

      @@hottowers If its still under warranty and dealer says not to touch it, don't touch it. But you can request the dealer to change the fluid at your expense. Remember to take some cvt oil sample for an oil analysis if possible. I do my own oil and fluid changes as I don't trust dealerships so I don't follow their super extended schedule. Remember, there is no lifetime fluid and fluids are cheaper than a whole transmission/engine.

    • @MaryPoppins-d1k
      @MaryPoppins-d1k Місяць тому +1

      Find a dealer that will change it.. Just look around where you live, google dealerships and call them

    • @MaryPoppins-d1k
      @MaryPoppins-d1k Місяць тому +1

      @@hottowers. I would find a dealership that will change it

  • @nickv4073
    @nickv4073 Місяць тому +2

    I did a drain and fill on my 2015 Honda Civic CVT at 55K miles. I was surpised to see that the fluid looked brand new. Glad I did it anyway. I did a second drain and fill at 60K so I feel good that it will last.

  • @hlg2491
    @hlg2491 7 місяців тому +35

    I wouldn’t take a Kia and Hyundai transmission for any amount of money. Recall Recall Recall!

  • @johnhampton5320
    @johnhampton5320 20 днів тому +1

    I have a friend who has a 2016 Nissan Altima with 160,000 miles and hasn't had any problems with the CVT transmission. Plus, he's never had it serviced.

  • @buqwik525
    @buqwik525 8 місяців тому +12

    Purchased my 2014 Subaru Outback in 2018 with 37k. It is now clocked at 64K. Transmission CVT fluid changed at 60K. So far this car has been excellent. I do not drive my cars hard. I do feel a slower engine speed as the car increases speed. My fuel economy averages 27-29MPG local and achieves 32-34MPG on highway driving. Over time, I "learned" how to "ease" the gas and let the CVT adjust itself as the car gathers speed and the RPM's slow.
    Friend of mine had an 2009 Forrester, new, ran it up to 194K and traded it for a Ford Escape. Never had a CVT problem with his Subaru. He did say, he kept up with the CVT fluid changes and oil changes as well.

    • @ericripley9739
      @ericripley9739 7 місяців тому +2

      Could be mistaken but don’t think the 2009 Forester was equipped with a CVT.

    • @kdomster9141
      @kdomster9141 7 місяців тому

      Lucky you, several of our friends had CVT fail on their Subbies ...
      What POS transmission substitute that CVT is.

    • @davidrussell8834
      @davidrussell8834 6 місяців тому

      2010 Outback was first

    • @johnnn.darrelll2746
      @johnnn.darrelll2746 3 місяці тому

      I bought 2015 subaru OB 3.6r , has 125k miles. Its so smooth and responsive! I just hope my cvt last to 250k miles or more. Ill do cvt fluid change soon!

  • @hottowers
    @hottowers 3 місяці тому +1

    I have a 2020 Subaru outback with 65,000 miles on it right now. My dealer recommends CVT service at 100,000 miles. Thoughts on that?

    • @kenweller2032
      @kenweller2032 Місяць тому

      Most of the world, including Japan, recommends every 50,000 km, about 30,000 miles. Recommending more in the US is marketing to lower the projected "cost of ownership".

    • @philweiland5391
      @philweiland5391 11 днів тому

      I would do it before 100,000. If you're at 65,000 you can do it anytime. Probably get it done with your spark plug replacement.

  • @leogeee1
    @leogeee1 7 місяців тому +7

    I have a 2015 Nissan Versa Note with a CVT. No issues; however, I do have the CVT fluid changed every 30K miles. I think Nissan gets a bad rap too often.

    • @MarcBchannel
      @MarcBchannel 7 місяців тому +2

      Yes. Lack of maintenance is the main cause of early failure. Change cvt fluid every 30-36k miles and they last alot longer

    • @chief1960
      @chief1960 7 місяців тому +1

      Cost per change of fuid $400.00

    • @MarcBchannel
      @MarcBchannel 7 місяців тому

      @chief1960 At the dealer or a repair shop maybe but definitely a must if you want a long service life. At least every 60-80k. I do it myself. A drain and fill cost me $70 in fluid and drain plug seals for my Subaru so it's cheap. I feel better doing it every 30-36k along with a gear oil change in my fron/rear diffs and a fresh engine air filter. I just do it all in one go for around $100

    • @anthonybrown4874
      @anthonybrown4874 3 місяці тому +2

      My sister against my advice bought a Nissan note cvt fsh serviced to the schedule it broke unsurprisingly fortunately under warranty so not out of pocket just inconvenienced moved on shortly after thr note otherwise isn't a bad wee car.

  • @joeb2588
    @joeb2588 7 місяців тому +3

    I have and love my manual, and will always buy one if can.

    • @ArcticN
      @ArcticN 7 місяців тому +1

      same here its also a great anti theft system

    • @joeb2588
      @joeb2588 7 місяців тому +1

      @@ArcticN sure is. "Why would I want to shift? I can't hold my vanilla Carmel swirl coconut mint oreo super sized latte from Starbucks if I do that."

    • @anthonytiramani-ct3tt
      @anthonytiramani-ct3tt 6 місяців тому +1

      @@joeb2588😂 you just made my day

  • @davidrussell8834
    @davidrussell8834 6 місяців тому +1

    My 2010 Subaru Outback has 116000 miles without problems. Changed transmission fluid at 112000 miles and it is more efficient than new.

  • @67daltonknox
    @67daltonknox 7 місяців тому +19

    Toyota's eCVTs, used in their hybrids, are among the most reliable transmissions ever made, including manuals. I wish they would change the name to avoid confusion with the rubber band variety.

    • @dannybryant6873
      @dannybryant6873 7 місяців тому

      @@67daltonknox . Is hard to beat a planetary gearset. Model T used them.

    • @martinr8278
      @martinr8278 7 місяців тому +2

      No….not really on Toyota. I’ve seen too many issues with them

    • @philipjosephvanpeel5950
      @philipjosephvanpeel5950 6 місяців тому +1

      Totally agree. Instead of eCVT, it should be eAT. No belt, no pulleys; instead it had 2 electric motors and planetary gears + electronics.

    • @danielkopial316
      @danielkopial316 6 місяців тому +1

      It is still continuos variable ratio, thus the name remain as a CVT despite using different approach. Another type of CVT not uaing belt is Nissan Toroidal which uses rollers instead of a belt, maybe a review video on this?

    • @dannybryant6873
      @dannybryant6873 6 місяців тому +1

      @@danielkopial316 . The planetary gearset CVT avoids friction.
      The mechanical CVTs count on friction.
      Toyota (and Ford) hybrids are electric cars with gasoline engine assist (especially below 45 mph).
      The electric part is direct drive like most battery electric cars.
      The CVT is only for the gasoline assist engine.
      Above 45 mph the 2 electric motors manipulate the planetary gearset to make the gasoline engine do all the work (at it's most efficient rpm). So some might claim the car is a gasoline car with electric assist (and be sort of correct).
      Modern Honda hybrids are mostly series hybrids. Electric cars with gasoline powered generator.
      They also have a gasoline powered mode out at highway speed where the gasoline engine is direct drive to the drive axle (for extra efficiency).
      I really like the Toyota Ford approach to planetary gearset hybrids.
      Electric car goodness without the electric car drawbacks.
      I won't buy a turbo car or mechanical CVT car.

  • @TheSleeplessElite48
    @TheSleeplessElite48 7 місяців тому +28

    Ain’t No way you said Hyundai and Kia were reliable lmao despite its history😂

    • @Austin-cg7be
      @Austin-cg7be 6 місяців тому +4

      Outside of the US they are highly regarded as reliable. Outside the US cars are also maintained far better I work at a Hyundai dealership 9/10 of the problem is between the steering wheel and seat. The 2.0 NU series engine in the Tucson is garbage but the rest are decent even the Theta series with the class action suit we have 5 in the family all in 2011-2013 Sonatas and they are very good cars. All over 180k miles with little to ZERO issues 3,500 mile oil changes with factory filters

    • @charlesrini-xt3ig
      @charlesrini-xt3ig 3 місяці тому

      1 Veloster. 2 Elantra in family. Well over 100k. Not 1 non-maintenance repair. I’d call that reliable.

    • @gregking6905
      @gregking6905 3 місяці тому

      No CVT 6 speed std 06 Optima went 232,000 miles with original battery serpentine belt alternator and headlights. Went through brakes and brake lines and tires but was a good car.

    • @Yehuz
      @Yehuz Місяць тому

      IVT transmissions are OK.. But you have to change the fluid regularly.

  • @md-crab7379
    @md-crab7379 6 місяців тому

    My son’s 2020 Impreza brand new in aug 2020 had the cvt replaced within 2 yrs and 44k miles , but my 2019 Impreza with 68k is going fine, I think it’s the driver because I was familiar with a cvt in my Prius, you have to be gentle and no hole shot starts at lights are just slamming / shifting gears fast from reverse to drive

  • @thomasohern9491
    @thomasohern9491 2 місяці тому +1

    I agree not touching these cvt until more data. Had a 2008 honda civic automatic transmission until this year. Over 200,000 miles on it. Only reason I had to get rid if it was because I live in New York and the frame rusted away. The transmission and engine was taken out and but in another honda. Still running.😂😂😂

  • @markim2545
    @markim2545 7 місяців тому +10

    Honda CVT works fantastic

    • @abdulazizabdullah6497
      @abdulazizabdullah6497 7 місяців тому +1

      Honda cvts has steel belt problems which is well documented. Cases run into the thousands in my country.

    • @martinr8278
      @martinr8278 7 місяців тому +1

      So-so

  • @OutsideTheTargetDemographic
    @OutsideTheTargetDemographic 7 місяців тому +1

    800 miles trip, fully loaded Outback, two adults two kids, dog, luggage to the ceiling. 80mph highway across farmland winds. 31.8mpg. Can't complain about the fuel efficiency, but the trade off is a floating, disconnected feeling between the driver and car/road.

  • @usamalhr
    @usamalhr 7 місяців тому +6

    I have a toyota raize with a 1000cc turbo charged engine and a cvt and it also has a first gear. It is known as drive shift cvt. so the first gear cvt is not only limited to bigger engines.

  • @lynnolson4415
    @lynnolson4415 6 місяців тому +2

    My first subaru is a 2019 legacy 46000 miles. No complaints whatsoever. Look at Honda hrv. It was a no go

    • @wearethelandrovers9014
      @wearethelandrovers9014 3 місяці тому

      Let's see what you have to say after another 100,000 miles. Maybe another 150,000. If they last that long. . .

  • @Honestandtruth007
    @Honestandtruth007 6 місяців тому +10

    Subaru CVT transmission is RELIABLE My 2014 has no issue related to CVT transmission. I got over 80,300 miles now

    • @doodskie999
      @doodskie999 4 місяці тому +1

      Lol same. My 2014 forester is now at 120k. Just regular cvt fluid changes, no leaks, slippage or any issues. And I dont even baby or drive like a grandma.

    • @samueladitya1729
      @samueladitya1729 3 місяці тому

      @@doodskie999 what's your fluid change interval, and do you replace the filter?

    • @doodskie999
      @doodskie999 3 місяці тому

      @@samueladitya1729 Subaru CVT's have no filter, it only has a metal strainer. I just wash it with brake fluid or gasoline and dry it off. I replace the fluid every 40k.

    • @samueladitya1729
      @samueladitya1729 3 місяці тому

      ​@@doodskie999 Oh that's nice, I have 2017 honda now at 70k no problem so far, but hearing many had problems at 100k makes me nervous so I drive keeping it under 3k rpm and do fluid change every year or 20k, half the recommended because I can't afford it to break. Maybe my next car will be PHEV or electric.

    • @doodskie999
      @doodskie999 3 місяці тому

      @@samueladitya1729 Subaru cvt's are actually pretty reliable if you do proper maintenance on it. BTW, I traded my forester last month for a 2019 outback 3.6r with 25k miles. I think the only major or expensive repair I had was replacing the AC compressor and condenser. The compressor gave out after 6 years, I live in a tropical area so AC is used all the time
      Oh and probably the o2 sensors, but that was my fault as I tried to drive through a flood and caused the o2 sensor wire to short out.😁😁

  • @limitedmark
    @limitedmark 28 днів тому

    No issues with my Audi 3.0l. TDI , 150.000 miles on it. I get it fluid serviced every 20K.

  • @RT-mm8rq
    @RT-mm8rq 6 місяців тому +2

    I realize there are a lot of factors in this statement but for some reason when someone uses the benchmark of 100,000 miles on a transmission it kind of makes me cringe.
    That used to the norm if not many, many more miles. 150,000 plus was kind of the norm. Now it seem like if you make it to just " 100,000 " it considered a good transmission. I realize transmission are way more sophisticated than 20 years ago but high tech or efficient doesn't mean reliable.
    Example was our 90s Lexus 400.
    300,000 miles on the original transmission with regular service and was still going when we sold it.

    • @natas12rm
      @natas12rm 4 місяці тому

      They are getting rid of the most reliable transmission, the manual

  • @yas2733
    @yas2733 7 місяців тому +13

    Kia, really. Their drive trains are always being recalled.

  • @chrisa7832
    @chrisa7832 7 місяців тому +17

    I can deal with a cvt but can’t stand fake shifts

    • @dougn_1069
      @dougn_1069 Місяць тому +1

      It's hard on a CVT to simulate a shift.

    • @freeman48083
      @freeman48083 Місяць тому +2

      I think it's a way to transition people over to cvt, but it would be nice if they let the owner turn that "feature" off.

  • @MarcBchannel
    @MarcBchannel 7 місяців тому +2

    Regular CVT fluid changes should result in longer lasting transmissions. I change the fluid in my Subaru's CVT every 30-36k miles and have no issues. Be sure to use factory fluid or equivalent spec aftermarket fluid. I use Idemitsu SB2 fluid for my 17' Crosstrek. Idemitsu is the manufacturer of Subaru CVT fluid and also for the Nissan N3 fluid.

    • @limitedmark
      @limitedmark 28 днів тому +1

      You have hit the nail on the head, most people don't get them serviced correctly. I hope you keep getting years of service from it.

  • @donaldgeorge6656
    @donaldgeorge6656 7 місяців тому +3

    Never have had a problem with my 2017 Legacy. Just service schedules

  • @rlpd5218
    @rlpd5218 17 днів тому

    By 2011 Nissan altima which is when they really build good nissan's as 529000 miles on the original owner transmission failed first at 241000 and the second one just failed at 290 I was told by every mechanic including Nissan that because I took care of it that's why the cars lasted always used that's good I'll wish you synthetic oil mobile 120000k oil with the filter I just have a good mechanic and look it over

  • @yahyayarim8518
    @yahyayarim8518 7 місяців тому

    Şu CVT şanzımanı bulan ve geliştiren kişiye kocaman bir teşekkür etmek isterim.”Sayesinde dünya bir çok otomobil üreticisinden kurtulacak !”

  • @Chris-v4z
    @Chris-v4z 22 дні тому

    The only CVT I would ever consider is the one on a Toyota Prius or Honda Hybrid.

    • @philweiland5391
      @philweiland5391 11 днів тому

      Those aren't belt-driven CVTs. I think the issue with most mechanical CVTs is that they require fluid changes every 60,000 miles or so whereas automatic transmissions are a little more forgiving. CVTs use a hydraulic fluid versus the traditional ATF found in traditional automatics. And don't tow with a CVT!

  • @michaelfredmon4748
    @michaelfredmon4748 7 місяців тому +5

    We buy two Subarus at a time (Outback & Forester) for a total of six vehicles
    Last three came with CVT. We replace them with new Subarus at just under 100k miles. Never a moment’s problem with CVTs. We do drive our cars gently.

    • @joeb2588
      @joeb2588 7 місяців тому

      We can't buy a subaru in New England. Only Lesbians do, its not a slam. It's just how it is.

  • @dennisandrews711
    @dennisandrews711 7 місяців тому +2

    Just had my 2017 Rav4 2.0 GX FWD CVT fail completely at 42,500km (26,562 Miles) Dealer wants R114500 (South African rand) ($6350) to replace. This is over one third of the current resale value of the vehicle 😒

    • @error-mc5xw
      @error-mc5xw 7 місяців тому

      How hard do you drive it

    • @dennisandrews711
      @dennisandrews711 7 місяців тому

      @@error-mc5xw not hard at all, I have an insurance driving tracker fitted since new and get weekly points for driving smoothly. (no harsh braking, acceleration or cornering) I have met the target almost every week since 2017.

    • @martinr8278
      @martinr8278 7 місяців тому

      The Toyota rav is overrated and yours is not the first to have not only this but other issues. Toyota is like Biden…..they just say how phenomenal they are when there are too many flaws. Cover up everything

  • @dougn_1069
    @dougn_1069 Місяць тому +1

    None of these cars use the Jatco CVT. Which are known to have the most problems

    • @AutoNuggets
      @AutoNuggets  Місяць тому +1

      True.

    • @philweiland5391
      @philweiland5391 11 днів тому

      A lot of Nissan owners don't change the CVT fluid and Nissan hasn't been very clear about providing guidance on the intervals. Even so, They don't utilize a great design for keeping the CVT fluid from overheating like their Japanes counterparts.

  • @AshleySpeaks4U
    @AshleySpeaks4U 2 місяці тому

    My 2014 CVT Corollla has 140,000 miles on it.

  • @lisamoss3146
    @lisamoss3146 7 місяців тому +11

    I have a 2013 Accord EX 2.4L w/CVT. It's about to hit 102k mi. Bought it used when it was 4 years old and had just 20k mi. Although it's been very reliable, this car cannot compare to the 2002 Accord EX I had years ago. Where I enjoyed taking my 02 out for drives, I do not with the current car. It's the most boring thing to drive. It only gets driven to/from work and nothing else. Seriously considering switching to Mazda after this. Honda disappoints with CVT transmissions and now their engines are turbo. No thank you.

  • @worry2much
    @worry2much Місяць тому

    A cvt that's has 8 speeds, isn't that a bit of a contradiction?

    • @AutoNuggets
      @AutoNuggets  Місяць тому

      @@worry2much True, thanks for pointing that out, its my bad.

  • @perrymason8670
    @perrymason8670 7 місяців тому +1

    Hyundai has a 8 speed CVT? What is that?

    • @AutoNuggets
      @AutoNuggets  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for spotting. I should've said 8-speed IVT(Intelligent Variable Transmission). It employs similar technologies which is found on CVT's. I will make the necessary corrections. Thanks!

    • @wearethelandrovers9014
      @wearethelandrovers9014 3 місяці тому

      It's a fake "8 speed" setup. The computer simulates gear shifts.

  • @Gwen-x6d
    @Gwen-x6d 4 місяці тому

    I had a 2016 Subaru Forester. In my opinion, never pull a trailer of any kind,. Do not ever accelerate hard. I loved that car. For personal reasons, I no longer drive.

  • @bard7105
    @bard7105 28 днів тому

    Mitsubishi should be on that list.

  • @Honestandtruth007
    @Honestandtruth007 6 місяців тому +2

    I already knew this. #1 Toyota #2 Subaru #3 Honda

  • @md-crab7379
    @md-crab7379 6 місяців тому

    05 Prius with 283k no transmission problems

    • @wearethelandrovers9014
      @wearethelandrovers9014 3 місяці тому

      The Prius does NOT have the kind of CVT talked about in this video. It uses two electric motors and a planetary gearset. (Actual real gears.) The heart of the planetary gear set in your Prius has only eleven moving parts, plus bearings.

  • @Alan-lv9rw
    @Alan-lv9rw 7 місяців тому +2

    I’ve had 8 Nissans. One had a CVT problem, and that was at 160K miles.

  • @gregjones2217
    @gregjones2217 7 місяців тому +11

    I had a Subaru cvt. I won't be having another.

    • @barrypeterson3472
      @barrypeterson3472 4 місяці тому +1

      Without saying what year and model Subaru you had your opinion is worthless.

  • @abdulazizabdullah6497
    @abdulazizabdullah6497 7 місяців тому

    My 2016 sienta cvt has zero problems after 300k km. Key is prompt servicing and toyota cvt s reliability

  • @airmanma
    @airmanma 7 місяців тому +4

    Subaru's are awesome. No problems at all with my Forester.

    • @martinr8278
      @martinr8278 7 місяців тому

      Actually they have one of the better cvts out there. Subaru corporation has started working on something like that back in 1989 or 1990, everyone else is playing catch-up. As long as you service it, the reliability exceeds Toyota.

  • @codybrandoncargle3129
    @codybrandoncargle3129 3 місяці тому +1

    Honda is not shocking my former 2015 Civic Lx before the wreck had a great Cvt transmission unlike Nissan, Hyundai and Kia not shocking, because even my 2014 Elantra Limited has a decent normal 6 speed automatic transmission as well, Kia and Hyundai are hit or miss on transmissions and engines, otherwise I personally think there quality is similar to Honda and slightly better than Toyota on minor things, otherwise the same, Subaru definitely no surprise at all, and Toyota is not shocking, but there reputation isn’t as good as it once was same can be said about Honda, so with that being said: For me: It’s Honda, Hyundai/Kia, and Subaru on Cvts, non Cvts: Kia and Hyundai, Honda, Nissan, Mazda, and Subaru, reason being for Nissan is because there non Cvt transmission models are very reliable and Mazda is strictly non Cvt and reliable in general! 👍🏻

  • @vishnudas_a
    @vishnudas_a 6 місяців тому

    How about Nissan ?

  • @lorimcquinn3966
    @lorimcquinn3966 6 місяців тому

    And where is Ford in this stack?? They also make a of CVT equipped vehicles..

  • @57054
    @57054 4 місяці тому

    Federal CAFE standards for fuel efficiency are forcing this on automakers.

  • @wwb7091
    @wwb7091 7 місяців тому +2

    3:08... "8-speed CVT" ????? Having distinct gear ratios is NOT a CVT.

    • @ericsrepair
      @ericsrepair Місяць тому

      My 2015 Corolla sport has drive or sport mode - with paddle shift, never use it . I drive it like the old man I am and chage the cvt transmission oil every 60k

  • @AutocareZTA
    @AutocareZTA 10 місяців тому +1

    Good presentation, and the video is hepful

  • @oligarchy-usa
    @oligarchy-usa 5 місяців тому +3

    All belt/chain design CVTs are delicate, econo-box garbage. The so-called "eCVT" in hybrids is the only good design & isn't anything like a belt/chain CVT.

  • @bryanburt282
    @bryanburt282 7 місяців тому +2

    So, Hyundai has an 8-speed CVT? My understanding is that a CVT has one gear. ???

    • @AutoNuggets
      @AutoNuggets  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for spotting. I should've said 8-speed IVT(Intelligent Variable Transmission). It employs similar technologies which is found on CVT's. I will make the necessary corrections. Thanks!

  • @FrankMichaud-x4v
    @FrankMichaud-x4v Місяць тому +1

    You missed the king. Mitsubishi. Kia 😂. My 2009 outlander is still running 160,000 miles on it. I'd never buy South Korea Kia crap.

  • @dannybryant6873
    @dannybryant6873 7 місяців тому +4

    I won't buy a vehicle with mechanical CVT. Or forced induction (turbos supercharger s) .
    I really like the modern hybrid cars that are electric cars with gasoline engine assist.
    Most of the electric car goodness without the electric car drawbacks.

    • @ircorva67
      @ircorva67 7 місяців тому +1

      I couldn’t agree more. I’ve owned a 2023 Kia Niro hybrid (not plug in) and was surprised at its amazingly smooth dual clutch transmission. It’s more than peppy enough for us. But what shocked me was the DCT- unlike years of customer complaints and breakdowns with FORD & VW dual clutch vehicles, the Niro’s is brilliant. Never a jerky shift, and not one problem in a year and a half. Nothing to plug in, no need to install a charger and spend a fortune to upgrade my electrical panel… And of course, the gas mileage is sensational.
      -I have driven CVT cars before and hated the trans in every one. The Niro is just like driving the best torque converter tranny out there. When this lease is up, another Niro will replace this one.

    • @dannybryant6873
      @dannybryant6873 7 місяців тому

      @@ircorva67 . Toyota hybrids (hybrid Synergy drive) use a planetary gearset and electric motor to provide CVT action to the gasoline assist engine.
      So get electric car smoothness even when the gasoline assist engine is helping (which is quite often as the electric resources are minimized)
      No clutches. No mechanical CVTs

  • @powertools2375
    @powertools2375 9 місяців тому +3

    Subaru forester. Hope this list is correct.👍

    • @martinr8278
      @martinr8278 7 місяців тому +1

      One of the best actually…….Subarus perfected the CVTs

  • @afiqalbawah4039
    @afiqalbawah4039 9 місяців тому +12

    its not shocking anymore that, most products that long lasting are from Asian Giant, the Japanese and Korean. You name it, cars, smartphones, home appliances, even wives are better Asian. 😂🤣

    • @AutoNuggets
      @AutoNuggets  9 місяців тому

      True!

    • @americaneagle6486
      @americaneagle6486 7 місяців тому +1

      I would give the Korean appliance maker Samsung a quality grade of F as their quality is not that good.

    • @johndavidson3424
      @johndavidson3424 7 місяців тому

      ​@americaneagle6486 Yeah, but neither are any android phones be it Asains or not. Infact I recommend Samsung or LG(now discontinued) for Android, or better go for IOS if you're still complaining & need a smartphone.

    • @johndavidson3424
      @johndavidson3424 7 місяців тому

      ​@@americaneagle6486Oh wait, I thought you meant in smartphones, for appliances in general idk.

  • @wearethelandrovers9014
    @wearethelandrovers9014 3 місяці тому +2

    I find it insulting that videos like this lump the rubber band CVT together with the Planetary gearset E-CVT in the Toyota hybrids. Those two transmissions are no more alike than apples and elephants. The Toyota hybrid units are mechanically very simple, are bulletproof, and can easily last several times longer than the best rubber band CVT.

  • @victorking10281987
    @victorking10281987 7 місяців тому +1

    keep saying all new gear box such as DCT, CVT IVT have no reliability at all thus car makers shud be returning back to mannual gear though 😢

  • @lrcreamer
    @lrcreamer 5 місяців тому +1

    NEVER BUY A CVT, NEVER BUY A TURBO, NEVER BUY PURE DIRECTION INJECTION CARs… DO THESE THREE NEVERs and you will
    Save yourself pain and suffering

    • @j.rcoker9051
      @j.rcoker9051 5 місяців тому +1

      then walk because every manufacture is going in that direction.

    • @Doug_Hefernen
      @Doug_Hefernen 4 місяці тому

      That’s why people lease

    • @williesteele4503
      @williesteele4503 4 місяці тому +1

      I don't believe you can buy a small car without a CVT in the USA in 2024. I believe only the Mazda 3 and CX3,5 come without CVT. Also, good luck if you want a small car with a Manual shift tranny, those are not even for sale in the USA any more, you can buy one in Mexico and Canada, but not in USA. Even the used car dealers will not buy those cars from the Auction , they can't sell them, nobody wants them now. Many young people under age 35 have no clue how to drive a manual shift and don't want to learn.

    • @williesteele4503
      @williesteele4503 4 місяці тому

      @@j.rcoker9051 very true statement.

    • @philweiland5391
      @philweiland5391 11 днів тому

      going to be hard to find a new vehicle that doesn't utilize at least one of those technologies. It's basically pick your poison. I shy away from turbos.

  • @allamar9083
    @allamar9083 2 місяці тому

    There are none. Roll the dice. Not for that amount of $. New multi speed transmissions get close to same MPG with way less headache. Just like electric cars tech is not there yet. Cheap to make ,$$$ to maintain. Informed choice ,find a non -CVT car/SUV.

  • @topofthegreen
    @topofthegreen 6 днів тому

    They are ticking time bombs as should be avoided at all costs.

  • @MilkshaketheKitten
    @MilkshaketheKitten Місяць тому

    To me CVT's are junk and have no use in a car. Besides the fact that they offer good gas mileage, at the expense of driving enjoyment.

  • @mastoyoda4931
    @mastoyoda4931 9 днів тому

    CVT transmission don’t break by accident. People break CVT transmission by poor driving habits.

  • @calvinklein9595
    @calvinklein9595 7 місяців тому

    Any car is reliable the only thing is cars will make your pocket empty😂😂😂😂😂

  • @johnmaynard8399
    @johnmaynard8399 5 місяців тому

    I’d rather have a Chevy 2024 Traverse SR

  • @Ummo2850
    @Ummo2850 8 днів тому

    “ have become more popular “ 😂😂😂 as if buyers choose and want cvt’s. These just sprout dung.

  • @Chorizomicks
    @Chorizomicks 3 місяці тому

    Got out of my scion I’m CvT. Don’t trust it, very weak, scary to drive. Got myself a 2014 RX350 and 2018 RAV4 both Made in Japan, typical auto transmission

  • @rondayvu9400
    @rondayvu9400 7 місяців тому +1

    Bought new 2015 outback 3.6L w/cvt had to replace transmission 45000k luckily under wsrranty.
    Also my preowned 2018 cvt with 114000k is failing however Subaru won't fix unless i oay $200 diagnosis and then $570 transmission fluid service....that should have been done when dealorship didn't bother to do at my 100000 k service.they told me i should have asked...morons

  • @muhammadzakifiqri9752
    @muhammadzakifiqri9752 6 місяців тому +1

    Most reliable cvt is from Mitsubishi

  • @martinr8278
    @martinr8278 7 місяців тому +1

    I’ll stick with Subaru…..the objective knowledgeable it’s reliability….the subjective thinkers don’t.

  • @davidwood7170
    @davidwood7170 5 місяців тому +1

    Nissan didnt make the cut? lol

  • @kdomster9141
    @kdomster9141 7 місяців тому

    Such a misleading lie and oxymoron topic!!!
    Worst and cheapest transmission substitute called "most" reliable? What an oxymorn statement.

  • @arvbergstedt3303
    @arvbergstedt3303 4 місяці тому

    My older 4 and 5 speed automatics with dipsticks are great. New cars are a joke. Over 1000 dollars for windshields. Turbo cam phasers timing chains cvts. Junk. Tons of crappy electronics. High cost repairs.

    • @arvbergstedt3303
      @arvbergstedt3303 4 місяці тому

      Old 92 camry almost 500 thousand miles trany and engine still original. Runs like new. Does leak oil. Cardboard under

  • @diyi75
    @diyi75 7 місяців тому

    🧢 100000 miles isn't a mileage flex

    • @anthonytiramani-ct3tt
      @anthonytiramani-ct3tt 6 місяців тому

      Thank you !! I thought i was the only one ..
      That’s like me hoing to gym and flexing if i use 10 kilos for my bicep workout .. 😂

  • @tonybui135
    @tonybui135 7 місяців тому +2

    Honda make own cvt very good . Toyota don’t have experience to make cvt

    • @abdulazizabdullah6497
      @abdulazizabdullah6497 7 місяців тому +2

      Honda cvts have serious steel belts problems. It is well documented. In my country broken steel belts cases runs into the thousands. Toyota cvts almost zero problems.

    • @fallguy4209
      @fallguy4209 7 місяців тому +2

      Do some research Toyota makes the best cvt.
      And the e-cvt is one of the most robust transmission on the market. And will run flawlessly for over 500,000

  • @daveblock4061
    @daveblock4061 7 місяців тому +1

    Hyundai owns Kia.

  • @Doug_Hefernen
    @Doug_Hefernen 4 місяці тому +1

    Buy a Mazda

    • @MrJestyler
      @MrJestyler 3 місяці тому

      Problem with Mazda is all 2.5L since 2018 have cylinder deactivation standard. Have to tread lightly with them

  • @apalaluni
    @apalaluni 19 днів тому

    CVT = Ticking Wallet Bomb.

  • @vvvvel
    @vvvvel 5 місяців тому

    Nissan is the best CVT if you change the fluid.

    • @dougn_1069
      @dougn_1069 Місяць тому

      I worked as a service advisor in a Nissan dealership. The CVTs in Nissans are a mixed bag. I've seen older ones 2013s come in with 200k miles no problems.
      But also seen them fail at 60k.
      The std warranty is 3 yrs 36k miles. Nissan does offer an extended warranty on the drive train. Smart buyers will get that extended warranty... or pay $5000 for a new transmission

    • @vvvvel
      @vvvvel Місяць тому

      @dougn_1069 The new CVT's have interchangeable parts now so you don't have to swap out the whole thing.
      if a new car gives you trouble for any reason at 60k miles the warranty should repair or replace the defect.
      sometimes it's not Nissan's fault, aftermarket radios have backup cameras that can upset the CVT.

  • @Luciano-IL
    @Luciano-IL 2 місяці тому +1

    There is not such a thing "Reliable CVT"

  • @mitchhedberg4415
    @mitchhedberg4415 7 місяців тому +2

    Nissan = LOL

  • @caclavijo
    @caclavijo 3 місяці тому

    CVT 🥱

  • @GaryKari
    @GaryKari 3 місяці тому

    LOL

  • @PSXBOX-lz1zq
    @PSXBOX-lz1zq 7 місяців тому

    mitsubishi cvts that are found on the lancer cedia are reliable

  • @chief1960
    @chief1960 7 місяців тому

    These cvt's re cheap and will fail at
    100000 miles.Wait and see.

  • @krisp.1593
    @krisp.1593 Місяць тому

    They suck

  • @ed909
    @ed909 6 місяців тому

    Blatant infomercial. Completely worthless video.