Avalon Shiftronic

6 messages, Last post on Apr 29, 2008 at 9:12 AM

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#5 of 6 hmm by emperorjvl Apr 29, 2008 (3:16 am)
The Avalon's Shiftronic has got to be one of the worst features it has - only goes to "4" no matter what speed you are going. Even a Hyundai Sonata does not change the current gear when you go "manual". It responds slowly to shifting, too.
#6 of 6 Re: Auto vs Manual?...Any Difference in Mileage? [bzsubmaximal] by wwest Apr 29, 2008 (9:12 am)
Replying to: bzsubmaximal (Apr 08, 2006 11:08 am) The only advantage I could think of for a "shiftronic" is being able to downshift manually for additional engine comoression braking. But since that will be fraught with safety hazards in a FWD (NO CLUTCH) it would not be advisable to do so absent full and certain sure knowledge of current roadbed traction coefficients.