Elbert <elbert.clarke@**adelphia.net> wrote:
> I've not heard too many people that say they like the CVT in the
> civics, but then again I've only talked to a few guys and the service
> manager of the local honda shop.

Compared to a normal automatic, it really is an improvement.
I've always thought that little four cylinder cars shouldn't come with
automatics. They suck power, and the cars just sound stupid during
acceleration from a stop. The CVT changes all of that.

With the Hybrid, the CVT keeps the engine at very low RPM, much lower than
I would be inclined to run with a stick. I presumed that this meant I
would not be getting optimum mileage if I had a five speed. I confirmed
this in conversation with a guy who had a 5 speed that was totalled, and
replaced it with a CVT. Same driving, and he was getting better mileage.
Chatting with some other Civic owners, that seems to bear out, although
only one had personal experience with CVT and 5 speed.

CVT verses 5 speed might not apply in that same fashion with the HX, but
the CVT would still be superior to a four speed auto.

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