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pinko 2 days ago

Are there still a lot of hybrids without CVTs?

eulers_secret 2 days ago | parent | next [-]

Hyundai/Kia use a traditional 6-speed auto in their hybrids. I drive one, the engine stays at a few RPM stepping points during most driving (it likes ~1600RPM, ~2200RPM, and ~3600RPM). I had a Prius previously, and I like this different setup because it reduces "engine droning noise", which was terrible on the Prius.

Though H/K have recently introduced a new hybrid system with a CVT, so maybe 2026 or 27 model years will be different.

Since I'm only making one comment, I also want to say hybrid cars are better than ICE because there are fewer belt-driven accessories. Aircon in particular on an electric motor is a big improvement. Without the idling engine producing heat, hybrids are much nicer in hot stop-and-go conditions!

Also my Prius made it its whole life (200k miles and ~20 years) without ever changing the brake pads... amazing!

nixass 2 days ago | parent | prev | next [-]

I'd say that the market is very fragmented.

Toyota and Lexus, obviously, use eCVT in their cars.

Honda is also in eCVT camp for most of their models but for example new CR-V has weird setup. It acts as an BEV until ~80-100kmh and then shifts completely to ICE with a single gear. While in EV mode the engine is constantly charging batteries.

Then you have KIA and Hyundai with their dual clutch setup in all HEV and PHEV range.

timc3 2 days ago | parent | prev [-]

Lots. BMW, Audi, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen, Volvo for example.

I find it a pity that Lexus uses CVTs as I would probably sell my BMW 330e and get a Lexus.