I don't remember when I started hearing/ reading owner reviews about the 'new' CVTs (10 years ago?) - but they weren't favorable. The one lasting comment that stuck to my mind was they drove as though they were connected with rubber bands; needless to say I avoided them. Well that was then and this is now.
Out of necessity I recently needed another vehicle (original was stolen/ totaled) and this CVT equipped CRV was the best deal I could quickly come up with; despite those lingering thoughts I bit the bullet.
Granted I've only driven this CVT for 1000 miles but I find it to be very smooth and works well; as the engine revs it always remains quiet - with no rubber band (sling-shot) feel.
While I would prefer to go back to rowing, heal/ toe'g (a stick is always fun); I like this new technology. Time will reveal if its a good long term solution.
Your thoughts?
Out of necessity I recently needed another vehicle (original was stolen/ totaled) and this CVT equipped CRV was the best deal I could quickly come up with; despite those lingering thoughts I bit the bullet.
Granted I've only driven this CVT for 1000 miles but I find it to be very smooth and works well; as the engine revs it always remains quiet - with no rubber band (sling-shot) feel.
While I would prefer to go back to rowing, heal/ toe'g (a stick is always fun); I like this new technology. Time will reveal if its a good long term solution.
Your thoughts?