Toyota Corolla 2015 1.6G Manual Transmission or 1.6G CVT? Should I trust CVT?

**solidsnake4747** · September 26th, 2015 12:21 AM

I've had no reliability issues on the past 4-speed AT of the 9th generation Corolla. My dilemma right now is whether to choose the 11th generation 1.6G manual transmission or the CVT. I'm leaning more towards the clutchless drive but I don't mind driving a stick although I would prefer a more relaxed passive driving.

I'm not an expert on the subject matter regarding CVTs. Is the 2015 Corolla CVT reliable? I've heard it's much more expensive to repair this transmission than a standard automatic transmission and obviously a manual transmission.

Would a CVT prolong an engine's life granting that the RPM and change in "gears" are precisely computer controlled as compared to a manual transmission where there is a possibility of the operator experiencing the "namatayan ng makina dahil masyadong mabilis pag release ng clutch" scenarios?

How much more reliable is the manual transmission as compared to a CVT?

Additional important question: Is the clutch of the 1.6G Toyota Corolla MT soft or easy to operate?

**dr. d** · September 26th, 2015 10:24 AM

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by virtue of its design and construction, MT will tend to outlast AT or CVT, especially if driver drives ... aggressively.
also, AT or CVT requires more diligent (expensive!) maintenance.
the "namatayan ng makina dahil masyadong mabilis pag release ng clutch" syndrome is only in the first few weeks or months as the driver is getting used to the car. and no, i do not believe it is significantly detrimental to engine life. ask A1 or socialite...

we have heard many of stories.. replace the entire AT box once it malfunctions, rather than attempt to repair it..

there is a long-running thread here on MT versus AT.. and, i believe, the bottom line is, "it's the driver's choice. there are pros and cons of each".

i used to say, "AT (or CVT) is for sissies.. real drivers prefer MT.." until i broke my left leg, and i bought an AT so's i can work.. well, my leg is long healed now, but i have a near-brand new AT, in my garage.. it has its uses..

so is the 2015 corolla CVT reliable? it's too early to say, sir. maybe after 5 years... but i used to have a 2003 lancer CVT.. no problems on that one..

**jut703** · September 26th, 2015 03:14 PM

This generation of cars marks the mainstream shift from conventional ATs to CVTs. All brands have shifted, and I would speculate that this is a good sign that the reliability of CVTs has improved significantly compared to before.

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**solidsnake4747** · September 26th, 2015 06:46 PM

Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

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Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

**vinj** · September 29th, 2015 09:16 AM

Originally Posted by solidsnake4747

Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

I have a 55,000km, 3 and a half year old Gen 10.5 with the 6-mt. The drive-by-wire makes for an easy release without stalling when you're hanging or in traffic. The clutch is not as light (i get a lighter feel from our Toyotas when we replace the clutch) but im used to it with no issues in traffic. If we were to change to a CVT Gen 11, I have a lot of second thoughts mainly because i'm very happy with the highway performace of the 6-speed m/t.

**1D4LV** · September 29th, 2015 11:11 AM

Originally Posted by solidsnake4747

Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

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Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

i have a 1.6 G M/T 10.5 too, clutch is just right.... not too light and not to heavy. my getz's clutch was heavier, while my ex-lancer pizza was lighter...

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Originally Posted by solidsnake4747

Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

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Thank you for all your input.

How is the M/T of the Toyota Corolla 1.6G? Is the clutch not a "pain in the ass" to use? Is it detrimental to the engine or to the manual transmission to be driving at an average of 30-40 km/hr most of the time?

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

i have a 1.6 G M/T 10.5 too, clutch is just right.... not too light and not to heavy. my getz's clutch was heavier, while my ex-lancer pizza was lighter...

**XTO** · September 29th, 2015 12:34 PM

I don't have a sedan and between M/T and CVT. M/T for me para laging gising

**jut703** · September 29th, 2015 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by solidsnake4747

Diba 1.6G M/T ang sasakyan mo jut? How would you describe your overall experience with this vehicle?

Overall experience is very positive, if you're okay with a manual in rush hour traffic, the Altis is a great choice.

Gear ratios are very well spaced, so even if it's just a 1.6, it keeps up with 2.0 automatics. Engine has good midrange power, so combined with the nice ratios, di ka mabibitin sa overtaking kahit puno.

Clutch is quite heavy though for a 1.6 compact. Heavier than our 1994 Lancer 1.6 GLXi, and heavier than a Vios 1.3, but not as heavy as my old 2013 Ranger XLT MT. Don't get me wrong though, it's not tiring in traffic, but it's just not feather-light.

FC doesn't seem to be noticeably better than the CVT (my average city FC over 11000 km is 8.3 km/L), but it might be because of my heavier rims and driving style.