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LINEARTRONIC CVT
It stands for Continuously Variable Transmission, and this innovative technology has been engineered to work seamlessly with the SUBARU BOXER® Engine and Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive to help reduce fuel consumption. The stepless gear ratio allows the engine to run within its optimal power range for improved fuel economy, while its lightweight, compact design helps the vehicle stay as agile as possible.
Available on: 2019 Forester, 2019 Impreza, 2019 Legacy, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek, 2019 WRX
Available on: 2019 Forester, 2019 Impreza, 2019 Legacy, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek, 2019 WRX
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WITH MANUAL SHIFT MODE
Refine the performance of your automatic transmission with smooth-shifting Manual Shift Mode technology. Working with the 6-speed automatic transmission, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters allow you to take control of the gears when you need greater precision, like climbing hills or passing vehicles, and then settle back into automatic when you don't. Easy. Efficient. Brilliant.
Available on: 2019 BRZ
Available on: 2019 BRZ
SUBARU MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Dependable and lightweight manual transmissions give passionate drivers the control to express their personal driving style. The fully synchronized gears of the 5- or 6-speed manual transmissions make every shift smooth and efficient for fluid and exciting acceleration.
Available on: 2019 BRZ, 2019 Impreza, 2019 Crosstrek, 2018 WRX, 2019 STI
Available on: 2019 Forester, 2019 Impreza, 2019 Legacy, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek, 2019 WRX
Available on: 2019 Forester, 2019 Impreza, 2019 Legacy, 2019 Outback, 2019 Crosstrek, 2019 WRX
Continues Variable TRANSMISSION
Refine the performance of your automatic transmission with smooth-shifting Manual Shift Mode technology. Working with the 6-speed automatic transmission, steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters allow you to take control of the gears when you need greater precision, like climbing hills or passing vehicles, and then settle back into automatic when you don't. Easy. Efficient. Brilliant.
Available on: 2019 BRZ
Available on: 2019 BRZ
HOW SUBARU CVT WORKS
The Subaru Lineartronic CVT utilizes an electronically controlled, hydraulically operated pair of adjustable pulleys and a link chain that runs between them. Using a metal chain allows the Subaru design to be more compact.
The pulleys are V-shaped, and the chain rides within each pulley at the point that fits the chain's width. The distances between the sides of the pulleys are adjustable. The power-train electronic control module varies hydraulic pressure to pull the pulley sides apart or push them together, causing the chain to ride higher or lower in the valley of the V. The width of the chain remains constant, so making the drive pulley narrower causes the chain to move out from the pulley's hub. At the same time, the driven pulley's sides move apart, and the chain moves closer to that pulley's hub. When the driving gear is smaller and the driven gear is larger, the CVT functions as if in conventional low gear. Driving through a small gear gives the vehicle starting and pulling power.
When the driving gear is larger and the driven gear is smaller, the CVT functions as if in conventional high gear. This configuration acts like overdrive.
If engine speed is constant, the variations in the diameters of the two pulleys make the vehicle speed up or slow down. In effect, varying pulley sizes change the gear ratio of the transmission - without changing mechanical gears. During normal driving, there is no conventional "shifting." Passengers do not feel the change.
Because the forward gear ratio range is continuously variable and step-less, it provides a smooth, linear transfer of power and torque.
The Subaru system utilizes a wide range of pulley ratios, which enable the CVT to handle a large range of speed and load conditions. In addition, the Lineartronic CVT can be programmed to hold gear ratios at the driver's discretion.
The pulleys are V-shaped, and the chain rides within each pulley at the point that fits the chain's width. The distances between the sides of the pulleys are adjustable. The power-train electronic control module varies hydraulic pressure to pull the pulley sides apart or push them together, causing the chain to ride higher or lower in the valley of the V. The width of the chain remains constant, so making the drive pulley narrower causes the chain to move out from the pulley's hub. At the same time, the driven pulley's sides move apart, and the chain moves closer to that pulley's hub. When the driving gear is smaller and the driven gear is larger, the CVT functions as if in conventional low gear. Driving through a small gear gives the vehicle starting and pulling power.
When the driving gear is larger and the driven gear is smaller, the CVT functions as if in conventional high gear. This configuration acts like overdrive.
If engine speed is constant, the variations in the diameters of the two pulleys make the vehicle speed up or slow down. In effect, varying pulley sizes change the gear ratio of the transmission - without changing mechanical gears. During normal driving, there is no conventional "shifting." Passengers do not feel the change.
Because the forward gear ratio range is continuously variable and step-less, it provides a smooth, linear transfer of power and torque.
The Subaru system utilizes a wide range of pulley ratios, which enable the CVT to handle a large range of speed and load conditions. In addition, the Lineartronic CVT can be programmed to hold gear ratios at the driver's discretion.
SUBARU MANUAL MODE
The Subaru Lineartronic CVT features a manual mode system that simulates a six-speed manual transmission. When in this "virtual" manual mode, the driver can use paddle levers on the steering wheel to select one of six programmed "speeds." These six speeds are ratios intended for various driving conditions.
Shifting to a lower ratio is accomplished by tapping the downshift when the vehicle is in "Drive." The manual downshift holds the chosen ratio until the engine's rev- limit is reached.
Shifting to a lower ratio is accomplished by tapping the downshift when the vehicle is in "Drive." The manual downshift holds the chosen ratio until the engine's rev- limit is reached.
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