Cvt stands for continuously variable transmission, and this innovative technology has been engineered to work seamlessly with the subaru boxer engine and symmetrical allwheel drive. The extended warranty covers the 201015 legacy and outback. Subaru impreza standard transmission 20, manual ashiko shift knob by raceseng. The cvt transmission on my 2012 subaru impreza completely failed at 55,000 miles and luckily was replaced under the 60,000 mile powertrain warranty. Subarus lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was. They insisted that i drive a wrx cvt, and that id like it. All 20 subaru impreza models except the wrx and sti use a 2. Have to replace my cvtfront diff on 20 impreza need. This is a subaru forum comparing cvt vs manual xmission. Affected vehicle owners were notified by the automaker of the warranty.
First was a manual on my 2002 wrx, second the auto tranny on my 2007 impreza, now. Subaru is recalling certain model year 20102012 legacy and outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or cvt transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter res accessory, certain model year 2012 20 impreza vehicles equipped with a cvt transmission and an audiovox remote. They insisted right back on getting me into the same car, but with two pedals, not three, for a second. Should i buy a manual or cvt subaru xv crosstrek forums.
This really does slash the life of the thrust race in the clutch its designed to allow you to change gear, not sit there spinning under load for minutes at. The worst complaints are engine, seat belts air bags, and transmission problems. Select 20, subaru impreza, transmission, usa, distance. Driving the used 20 subaru outback if fuel economy takes precedent over quick acceleration, the 20 subaru outback s 2. My wife and i have been driving manual xmissions for well over million miles. Model year 2018 and newer cvt issuesproblems subaru xv. The more compact gen ii is 100mm shorter and 15% lighter than the gen i. Now, youve heard from editor bober, who has deemed the cvttoting subaru wrx superior to the manual version, and from me who has firmly stated the exact opposite. Because there are no gears in a cvt, it allows for manual shifting.
Fa dit hi i know there is another thread on dyno difference its a bit inconclusive but i would like to ask people who have driven both, as to whether cvt is noticably less thrusty than 6sp manual when accelerating at wot. Subaru continuously variable transmission cvt lemon law. Perhaps the future of subarus manual transmission isnt so. Three consumer groups say subaru is wrong to offer an extended warranty on problematic transmissions that may cause stalling. Sep 07, 2017 three consumer groups say subaru is wrong to offer an extended warranty on problematic transmissions that may cause stalling. Subaru corporation is offering consumers an extended warranty on the continuously variable transmission cvt on approximately 1. Once praised for its design, subarus cvt is showing problems aging ranging from jerks and shudders, to hestiations and stalls. Nov 29, 2017 once praised for its design, subarus cvt is showing problems aging ranging from jerks and shudders, to hestiations and stalls. Subaru is recalling certain model year 20102012 legacy and outback vehicles equipped with an automatic or cvt transmission and an audiovox remote engine starter res accessory, certain model year 201220 impreza vehicles equipped with a cvt transmission and an audiovox remote.
Subaru vehicles now equipped with cvt include the 20 outback, 20 legacy, 20 impreza, 20 crosstrek and the soon to be debuted 2014 forester. Subaru continuously variable transmission cvt lemon law case. For 2012, the subaru impreza got an new engine and transmission, mainly to increase its fuel economy. The cvt can be fun, when it comes to using the paddels, which you have to learn how to use. Subarus lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. Brett discusses the internal workings of the subaru cvt transmission and how it works.
Ive driven both quite a bit and, when it comes down to transmissions. The 2016 subaru wrx gets a sport lineartronic cvt transmission with paddle shifters and 6 and 8speed manual modes. Its the ultimate drivers gearbox with closely spaced ratios, quick shift action and the strongest gearset yet produced by subaru. Subaru xv problems and reliability issues carsguide. Traded in my reliable 2009 impreza to buy the sporty redesigned 20 with cvt. In fact as far as acceleration goes its like driving a totally different brand of car in a good way. Three types of symmetrical allwheel drive featured across outback line.
Driving the used 20 subaru outback if fuel economy takes precedent over quick acceleration, the 20 subaru outbacks 2. Jul 10, 2017 subaru is extending the warranty for owners of certain subaru models with the cvt transmission. Have a 20 outback with 115k miles and the cvt is about ready to. I still love the 5speed for the sheer control and fun. In order to avoid such hazards caused by transmission problems, owners of. They wanted to make me eat my words, standing behind their new cvt transmission technology. Keep in mind that subaru has extended the warranty on the cvt in the 2015 2. Instead there should be a recall with every vehicle fixed. Facing complaints, subaru offers extended warranties on 1. Subaru lineartronic cvt introduction webinar handout. The cvt is ideallysuited for subaru in their small and medium allwheeldrive lineup of cars and compact suvs. Subaru wrx wrx sti 20, rapidcool transmission oil cooler kit by hayden. First was a manual on my 2002 wrx, second the auto tranny on my 2007 impreza, now the cvt on my 2012 impreza. Subaru has begun offering an extended warranty for the automatic.
Display screen difficult to see when it is a bright sunny day, the map is very difficult to see. After 10 trips to the dealer to fix shaking and stumbling when accelerating while cold, the dealer finally decided to replace the torque converter. Subaru australia has been forced to recall 721 examples of the impreza small car and xv small suv over a potential issue with their seatbelts read more. Why is subaru in love the cvt automatic transmission. This premium transmission oil cooler features a unique plate and fin design, which is 33% more efficient than a comparable tube and fin design. After i got it back 2 weeks ago, the problems are now much worse. The cvt transmission on my 2012 subaru impreza completely failed at 55,000 miles and luckily. Used 20 subaru impreza for sale with photos cargurus.
Finally, as for your decision on buying a manual vs. Subaru is extending the warranty for owners of certain subaru models with the cvt transmission. Consumer reports reliability data shows the 2015 foresters transmission as much better than average. The easiest ways to damage your manual transmission unwittingly are to stop at a red light, or in a queue of cars, leave the vehicle in gear, depress the clutch and leave it there. The six speed sti box is the best manual transmission subaru has produced so far and is the centrepiece of the subaru performance range. Subaru made a perfect market for the cvt by fitting an absolutely abysmal manual transmission to the engine. Several subaru vehicles offer alternatives to the cvt. Subaru continuously variable transmission cvt lemon. Lets face it, not all wrx buyers are diehard subaru fans. When it comes to transmission options, the 6speed manual rower isnt a. Hello, i am in the market for a new car and am highly considering a 2018 crosstrek but after reading several articles regarding subaru s cvt issues and the recent recall for basically all subaru s w cvts dating back to 2010, i am skeptical about making a purchase. Around 60 percent of new wrx buyers are new to the brand. Anyway reading all the forums this seems to be a huge issue and subaru still hasnt figured out how the resolve it. Critics praised its design and subaru s own engineers claimed it would require no maintenance for the life of the vehicle.
To see how frequently 20 subaru outback problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Jun 23, 2019 the cvt is ideallysuited for subaru in their small and medium allwheeldrive lineup of cars and compact suvs. Its weighty stainless steel construction and broader cylindrical surfaces make sidearm. The worst complaints are acceleration hesitation or not downshifting, cvt transmission failed. It is too bad subaru doesnt take the transmissions more seriously. Manual vs auto vs dual clutch vs cvt auto expert john cadogan duration. That was corrected with our 2017 forester vincenza s. My rev counts are low, but theres a noise as if it needs to. Our main reason for chosing cvt is the mpg it offers.
Dont look for subaru to drop the cvt automatic transmission. Subaru impreza questions cvt transmission failure cargurus. First was a manual on my 2002 wrx, second the auto tranny on. Subie and their trannys have problems, dont keep one past the. Of late, whilst driving my 2014 subaru xv, it sounds as though it is stuck in a gear. Subaru s lineartronic continuously variable transmission cvt was first made available in the 5th generation legacy and outback. Mar 04, 2018 lets face it, not all wrx buyers are diehard subaru fans. I ask because i really like the cvt in my 2015 fxt and i just dont see what the problems that the op has stated. It checks many boxes ranging from an advanced awd system, to a quality interior to lots of safety and comfort technology. In fact as far as acceleration goes its like driving a totally different brand of. If you are wondering can i get a subaru without a cvt.
While the cause could be a variety of things in an automatic transmission, these. Hello, i am in the market for a new car and am highly considering a 2018 crosstrek but after reading several articles regarding subarus cvt issues and the recent recall for basically all subarus w cvts dating back to 2010, i am skeptical about making a purchase. When accelerating at any engine temp, the car makes a whine that sounds like someone sticking a flexible metal blade in a highspeed fan between 15 and 30 mph, the car makes. Subaru has begun offering an extended warranty for the automatic transmission on about 1. The issues have forced subaru to extend their cvt warranty. Ive got a friend who has both a wrx wa manual, as well as a impreza wthe cvt. Consumer reports reliability data shows the 2015 foresters transmission as. How subaru scores in top 5 automakers for reliability torque news. However, many drivers desire a vehicle with a different transmission.