Automatic transmission CTX (Continuously Variable Transaxle) with smoothly changing gear ratio over the entire speed range. Torque from the engine is transmitted to the input shaft of the transmission not through a converter, but through a multi-plate oil clutch. Smooth change of gear ratio is carried out with the help of a steel belt, consisting of a large number of elements in the form of scales. The belt transmits torque from the input shaft of the transmission to the secondary, passing in paired conical pulleys. To obtain the required gear ratio, the pulleys are either moved towards each other or moved apart by hydraulics, and the belt, depending on this, moves along the cone either to the pulley axis or to its outer edge. As a result, a stepless change of gear ratio occurs. The transmission control unit provides the optimal gear ratio for any driving mode of the car with the maximum efficiency of the engine.
To significantly increase the speed of movement when overtaking or when driving uphill, there is a forced downshift mode (Kickdown), which is activated by fully pressing the accelerator pedal and holding it in this position. In this case, the gearbox either stays in a lower gear longer or switches to a lower gear forcibly.
The range of gear ratios corresponds to the gear ratio of a five-speed manual transmission.
| Manufacturer | Ford Van Dooneўs Transmissie B.V |
| Overall gear ratio: |
| - starting off | 14,08 |
| - overdrive | 2,41 |
| Axle gear ratio | 3,842 |
| Transmission oil for gearbox | FORD M2C 166-H |
| Crankcase capacity | 3.5 dm³ |
