AMT vs CVT vs DCT

When it comes to hassle-free driving automatic cars are gaining momentum in the Indian Markets. There are various terminologies that keep the audience confused as to which one to choose while they are making any buying decision. As the market is mostly price sensitive and looks out for more reliability. Let’s make things simple for you to understand as to which is better among Amt vs Cvt vs Dct gearbox.

AMT Gear Box (Automated Manual Transmission)-

As the name suggest AMT full form is Automated Manual Transmission, this is a type of transmission that does not use a Clutch at all. The duties so performed by Clutches are taken care of electronically. Similarly, gear shifting is also done. But there is also a scope of manual shifting using the gear lever for those who love shifting gears. This mechanism is being utilized in a lot of budget-oriented cars nowadays. 

CVT Gear Box (Continuous Variable Transmission)-

Continuously Variable Transmission popularly known as CVT does not employs a clutch. Basically, it is based upon a cone and pulley system where the speed of the car keeps on moving the belt on the cone for making varying gear ratios. Gear shifting is smoother in this but there is a lag while revving hard the vehicle.

DCT Gear Box(Dual-Clutch Transmission)-

It stands for Dual Clutch Transmission which is the most advanced one among the three. It employs a dual-clutch mechanism for quick and precise gear shifting. It is also the most expensive of all the three and relatively complex to repair once it goes wrong. When it comes to thrill driving this gearbox will certainly leave you amazed with its capability.

“Upon comparing all the three i.e. AMT vs CVT vs DCT hence DCT comes the most technically advanced among all.If mileage is a concern then the cone pulley system is always engaged in CVT hence it should give more miles per litre when compared with AMT vs CVT vs DCT mileage test.”

List of cars with AMT Transmission-

1. MARUTI SUZUKI IGNIS
2. MARUTI SUZUKI CELERIO
3. MARUTI SUZUKI ALTO K10
4. HYUNDAI GRAND i10 NIOS
5. TATA TIGOR
6. TATA NEXON
7. MARUTI SUZUKI WAGON R
8. RENAULT KWID
9. HYUNDAI AURA
10. HYUNDAI SANTRO

List of Cars with CVT Transmission

1. HYUNDAI Elite i20
2. HONDA AMAZE
3. HYUNDAI CRETA

List of Cars with DCT Transmission

1. KIA SONET
2. HYUNDAI ELITE i20
3. HYUNDAI VENUE
4. MG HECTOR
5. HYUNDAI CRETA
6. KIA SELTOS
7. JEEP COMPASS
8. FORD FIGO ASPIRE

Should You Go For Automatic Transmission Cars?

The answer to this question varies from person to person. In short if you are travelling more in cities and do not like encountering clogged traffic jam then AUTOMATIC transmission is the car you would like to go. Also one of the most important pros standing in favor of Automatic transmission is driving comfort for beginners. The most tedious job for learners are to keep a track of gear in which they are driving and also to change it frequently. So the dreadful pain is taken care by the Automatic Transmission.

Pros and Cons of Automatic transmission:-

Pros:-

1. Ease of drivability
2. Driver  can focus more on driving more suitably for learners
3. Prevents mishaps from accidental wheel locking due to sudden down shift as gear shifting is done automatically.

Cons:-

1. Costlier than manual transmission
2. Mileage gets affected
3. Higher Maintenance cost
4. Power lag as compared to manual transmission
5. Not meant for driving enthusiasts

The cons of the automatic transmission may seem to be dominating more but the pros can be worth the penny spent for some people.

Signing Off:

Md Afzal Ansari

Ride Safe, Ride Long!