Toyota Avensis Verso with automatic transmission
Specifications:
*Transmission type: 5-speed automatic transmission
* Drive type: front or full
* Engine:
* 1.8-liter petrol 4-cylinder with 129 hp. (170 Nm torque)
* 2.0-liter petrol 4-cylinder with 150 hp. (196 Nm torque)
* 2.2-liter turbodiesel 4-cylinder with 150 hp. (340 Nm torque)
* 2.2-liter turbodiesel 4-cylinder with 177 hp. (400 Nm torque)
* Fuel consumption (combined cycle):
* Petrol: from 7.5 to 8.4 l/100 km
* Diesel: from 6.4 to 7.3 l/100 km
*Maximum speed: about 180 km/h
* Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h:
* Petrol: 10.5 to 12.5 seconds
* Diesel: 9.1 to 10.4 seconds
Peculiarities:
* Smooth gear shifting
* Possibility of manual gear shift mode
* Kickdown mode for fast acceleration
* Automatic shift to neutral at idle to save fuel
* Torque converter lock-up mode for improved fuel economy and responsiveness
Advantages:
* Comfortable and relaxed driving
* Improved gear shifting in urban environments
* Fuel economy in stop-start driving conditions
Flaws:
*Lower fuel efficiency compared to manual transmission
* Slower gear changes compared to sports automatic transmissions
*May be more expensive than manual transmission models