dold@XReXXHXXCi.usenet.us.com wrote:
> 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,

that's a bold statement. you got any figures to back that up? you know
the honda "normal" automatic is _not_ a planetary gearbox don't you?

> 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.
>