When you are in the market for used transmissions, it allows you the opportunity to explore some transmission options and try something new that suits your current requirements better. Picking a transmission used to be an easy task when there were limited choices in the market, but now there is iMT, AMT, CVT, a torque converter, and a DCT, all of them with their own perks.
So, to make things simpler for you, we compared iMT and DCT options on three parameters to help you buy the used transmission most suitable for you. However, this comparison may not have an outright winner but an insight one which transmission might best suit your requirements.
iMT (Intelligent Manual Transmission)
iMT or Intelligent Manual Transmission is one of Hyundai’s advancements. It is a clutch-less manual transmission. The functioning of iMT is as simple as it sounds. It’s a manual transmission minus the clutch pedal to offer the convenience of two-pedal driving. In iMT setup you have to shift gears using an H-pattern shifter. The only difference is that instead of the clutch pedal there is an actuator that takes care of engaging & disengaging the clutch whenever required. This technology is also available in Kia Sonet.
The iMT is the most affordable option in the market. It offers a decent driving experience, which is similar to the manual transmission except that it allows to cruise smoothly in traffic. It also offers a bit of value for money. However, there is no noticeable difference in fuel efficiency of iMT as compared with manual transmission. So, if you just want to change your transmission because of traffic hustles, iMT may fix that problem for you.
DCT (Dual Clutch Transmission)
A Dual Clutch Transmission is considered the most sophisticated option out of all the automatic transmission options. The DCT technology was earlier reserved for high-end sports cars, but it trickled down over the years of mass-market cars. It consists of two different clutches that control two sets of gear ratios, one odd and one even. Since it’s automatic, it pre-selects the next required gear using the second clutch. As a result, it reduces the time of the gear shift. In DCT, the time difference between the gear shift is negligible.
In terms of price, the DCT is somewhat more expensive than manual and a lot more expensive to repair. Since it’s completely automatic, it also has an elaborate setup. However, it makes up for all of that with its range of performance. It offers a better driving experience because of the fine-tuned setup and quick comfortable gearshifts. It is also coming very close to the ideal efficiency numbers. Thus, a DCT is the best all-around package.
Which is Better?
If the transmissions are to be compared exclusively, it’s a no-brainer that DCT is the winner. All you have to do is put the lever to drive mode, it will take care of the rest. So, if you are looking for an automatic transmission that makes driving absolutely convenient, DCT is your pick. However, since there is no lag in the iMT as well, you may opt for a used transmission with iMT technology for a clutchless experience. Moreover, when it comes to fuel efficiency, iMT has an upper hand over the DCT or any other automatic.
Conclusion
To buy a used transmission, you have to carefully assess all the options against each other on various parameters. While one may seem better than the other, it is also important to consider its compatibility and price tag. So, when you come across a used transmission for sale, whether an iMT or a DCT, pick the technology that suits your requirement, budget, and vehicles the best.
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