OUTLINE
A K311 Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) is used on the models with the 2ZR-FAE engine.
A 7-speed sport sequential shiftmatic system is used.
A shift paddle switch (transmission shift switch assembly) is provided.
A gate type shift lever is used.
SPECIFICATION
| Shift Mechanism Type | Pulley and Steel Belt | |
| Forward/Reverse Switching Mechanism | Double Pinion Type Planetary Gear | |
| Pulley Ratio | Forward | 2.386 to 0.411 |
| Reverse | 2.505 to 1.680 | |
| Final Gear Ratio | 5.698 | |
| Fluid Capacity | 7.6 Liters (8.0 US qts, 6.7 Imp. qts) | |
| Fluid Type | Toyota Genuine CVT Fluid FE | |
| Weight (Reference) | 68.7 kg (151.1 lb) | |
| Planetary Gear | No. of Sun Gear Teeth | 40 |
| No. of No. 1 Pinion Gear Teeth | 18 | |
| No. of No. 2 Pinion Gear Teeth | 17 | |
| No. of Ring Gear Teeth | 82 | |
| Reduction Gear | Drive Gears | 25 |
| Driven Gears | 37 | |
| Forward Clutch | No. of Discs | 3 |
| Reverse Brake | No. of Discs | 3 |
| Torque Converter Clutch Type | 3-element, 1-step, 2-phase |
| Stall Torque Ratio | 1.75 |
MAIN FEATURES
The K311 CVT has achieved the following performance features through the use of these items:
| Item | Fuel Economy | Power Efficiency | Driveability | Quietness | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pulley and Steel Belt | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||
| Torque Converter Clutch Assembly | ○ | ○ | ○ | ○ | ||
| Oil Pump Assembly | ○ | ○ | ○ | - | ||
| Forward/Reverse Switching Unit | - | ○ | ○ | - | ||
| Transmission Valve Body Assembly | ○ | ○ | ○ | - | ||
| Electronic Control | Engine - CVT Integrated Control | ○ | ○ | ○ | - | |
| Pulley Ratio Control | Automatic Shift Control | - | - | ○ | - | |
| Acceleration Improvement Control | - | ○ | ○ | - | ||
| 7-speed Sport Sequential Shiftmatic (with Shift Paddle Switch) | - | - | ○ | ○ | ||
| Shift Control in Uphill/Downhill Traveling | - | - | ○ | - | ||
| Lock-up Control | ○ | - | - | ○ | ||