2009 Audi A4, Slow Off The Line?
01-01-2009, 03:37 PM
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That was the solution for me.........
When I need a quick start with my CVT I would use "manual" control. Select 1st gear and the response was immediate!! If you use D you are going to find a slight lag that just the way it works.
01-02-2009, 10:25 PM
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Flash is correct - it's all down to the CVT.
At standstill, there's very little torque supplied to the front wheels. Once you gas it, the CVT takes time to spool up (like a turbo, though that's an engine torque curve issue). Can be dangerous on uphill traffic light stops, esp in the wet. Sport helps a lot.
In my 4 years with the CVT, my conclusion is that this is the last time i'll buy it, despite the lighter weight and fuel efficiency.
In my 4 years with the CVT, my conclusion is that this is the last time i'll buy it, despite the lighter weight and fuel efficiency.
01-07-2009, 05:19 PM
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Disappointed
After driving for a week on this it is being very annoying and I can't believe Audi would put out a transmission that sucks this badly. The funny thing is when I talk to people at the dealer ship they know exactly what I am talking about yet no one does anything. They should have discontinued the CVT many years ago.
This is my first of what I thought was going to be many Audis, but now I am unsure. Sad.
This is my first of what I thought was going to be many Audis, but now I am unsure. Sad.