The CV transmission CR-Vs, especially those with the turbo engine, were designed to maximize fuel efficiency while satisfying urban driving styles. The engine fuel efficiency is best at city speeds and declines noticeably at +70mph interstate speeds. Further, the weakly torqued transmission, combined with unavoidable turbo lag, makes quick starts almost impossible and this heightens risks in making busy traffic maneuvers. Also disturbing is downhill mountain driving, especially on steep grades where the CV transmission has little holding (gearing down) power. On long grades the constant braking choice leads to overheated pads and diminished efficiency, possibly to a pint of failure. Further, the turbo power curve requires high rpms for the power needed when climbing steep curvy grades and this is accompanied by turbo-acquired speed, thus such hill climbing becomes a near competitive event.
I’ve explored alternatives and other than dragging an anchor, find none.
I’ve explored alternatives and other than dragging an anchor, find none.
