The multitronic® is a continuously variable transmission with a steel link-plate chain running in tension in an oil bath between two pairs of bevel wheels of variable diameter. It can transmit torque of up to 310 Nm - a world-first for this kind of transmission. In addition, it permits an exceptionally wide range of effective ratios. The
differential is located in the same compact housing as the transmission. There are no more fixed gear ratios. The resulting smooth and powerful acceleration ensures a high level of driving comfort. There are also advantages when towing a trailer, thanks to the high torque available over the entire engine speed range. The design and the low weight of the transmission reduce fuel consumption. Manual gear selection mode is available, as with the 5-speed
tiptronic transmission and six simulated gear ratios can be selected. In the automatic mode on the multitronic® that calculates the optimum gear ratio with the aid of a Dynamic Regulating Program (DRP) according to engine load, the driver's preferences and driving conditions
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