The car owner will find in the article a description of the automatic transmission on the Toyota Verso of the CVT modification. He will also learn how you can and cannot drive a car with CVTs installed and how they differ from an automatic. We will talk about the malfunctions of such boxes and their treatment.
On Japanese Toyota Verso vehicles, the manufacturer installs Aisin automatic transmissions. They are famous for their long service life, unpretentiousness to weather conditions, provided that they receive regular annual maintenance at a service station.
What kind of gearbox does the Verso model have?
You can often hear the question from new car enthusiasts: is there a Toyota Verso CVT or does this vehicle use a conventional automatic transmission ? Experts answer that front-wheel drive CVT modifications K311 were installed on Verso car models produced from 2009 to 2013.
This type of CVT was devoid of almost all childhood diseases of CVTs from the Aisin company. Only cars with a 1.8 liter engine are equipped with this box. Like any other transmission, it requires clean oil, operation without sudden starts and movement without warming up on the driver's side.
Toyota CVT vehicles are more reliable than transmissions installed on Nissan vehicles.
Which cars were this CVT family installed on?
| Auto | Model | Year of issue | Country of assembly | Engine | Model | ||
| FORD | ESCAPE HYBRID | 04-06 | USA | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.3L | P310 | |
| LEXUS | H.S. | 09-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.4L | P310 | |
| LEXUS | RX330 HYBRID 400 HYBRID | 05-08 | JPN | CVT FWD | V6 3.3L | P310 | |
| LEXUS | RX350 | 09-.. | CAN JPN | CVT FWD | V6 3.5L | P310 | |
| MERCURY | MARINER HYBRID | 05-06 | USA | CVT 4X4 | L4 2.3L | P310 | |
| NISSAN/DATSUN | ALTIMA HYBRID | 07-.. | USA | CVT FWD | L4 2.5L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | ALLION | 01-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.0L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | ALLION | 07-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | ALPHARD | 03-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.4L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | AURIS | 06-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | AURIS | 09-.. | UK | CVT FWD | L4 1.8L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | AVENSIS | 08-.. | UK | CVT FWD | L4 2.0L | K111 | |
| TOYOTA | AVENSIS | 08-.. | UK | CVT FWD | L4 1.8L 2.0L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | BELDE | 06-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.4L | K112 | |
| TOYOTA | CAMRY HV HYBRID | 06-.. | AUS CHN JPN THA USA | CVT FWD | L4 2.4L 2.5L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | COROLLA | 06-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | ESTIMA | 01-05 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.4L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | ESTIMA | 06-10 | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.4L 2.5L | K112 | |
| TOYOTA | ESTIMA | 06-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.4L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | HARRIER | 05-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | V6 3.3L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | HIGHLANDERHV HYBRID | 05-.. | JPN USA | CVT FWD | V6 3.3L 3.5L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | ISIS | 04-09 | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.0L | K111 | |
| TOYOTA | ISIS | 09-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | ISIS | 11 | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.8L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | IST | 07-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | KLUGER V | 03-07 | JPN | CVT FWD | V6 3.3L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | MARK X ZIO | 07-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.4L | K112 | |
| TOYOTA | OPA | 00-05 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.0L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | PREMIO | 01-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.0L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | PREMIO | 07-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | PRIUS | 00 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | P110 | |
| TOYOTA | PRIUS | 00-03 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | P111 | |
| TOYOTA | PRIUS | 02-.. | CHN JPN USA | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | P112 | |
| TOYOTA | PRIUS | 09-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.8L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | PROBOX | 10-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | RAV4 | 05-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.0L 2.4L 2.5L | K112 | |
| TOYOTA | RAV4 | 11 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.5L | P310 | |
| TOYOTA | RUMION | 06-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L 1.8L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | SUCCEED | 10-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L | K310 | |
| TOYOTA | BANGUARD | 07-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.4L | K112 | |
| TOYOTA | VERSO | 09-.. | TUR | CVT FWD | L4 1.8L | K311 | |
| TOYOTA | VOXY | 04-07 | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.0L | K111 | |
| TOYOTA | VOXY | 07-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 2.0L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | WISH | 03-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 2.0L | K110 | |
| TOYOTA | WISH | 09-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.8L | K310 | |
| MAZDA | AXELA | 08-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
| MAZDA | DEMIO | 07-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.3L 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
| SSANGYONG | RACTIS | 10-.. | JPN | CVT F/AWD | H4 1.3L | XA-11N/ XA-15 | |
| SUZUKI | SPLASH | 08-.. | HUN | CVT FWD | L4 1.2L | XA-10LN | |
| SUZUKI | SWIFT | 07-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.2L | XA-10LN | |
| TOYOTA | BELTA | 05-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L3 1.0L L4 1.3L | XA-10LN | |
| TOYOTA | iQ | 08-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L3 1.0L L4 1.3L | XA-11LN | |
| TOYOTA | PORTE | 11 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.3L | XA-11LN | |
| TOYOTA | PORTE | 11 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
| TOYOTA | RACTIS | 05-09 | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.3L | XA-10LN | |
| TOYOTA | RACTIS | 05-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
| TOYOTA | RACTIS | 10-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.3L | XA-11LN | |
| TOYOTA | SIENNA | 03-10 | JPN | CVT F/AWD | L4 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
| TOYOTA | VITZ | 00-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L3 1.0L L4 1.3L | XA-10LN | |
| TOYOTA | VITZ | 10-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L3 1.0L L4 1.3L | XA-11LN | |
| TOYOTA | VITZ | 05-.. | JPN | CVT FWD | L4 1.5L | XA-15LN | |
CVT differences
A CVT transmission differs from an automatic transmission in that it does not have gear shift stages. This means that the driver does not feel the jolts and jerks typical of automatic machines when accelerating. This happens because the gears change due to the movement of pulleys connected to each other by a belt.
The pulleys change their position, which means the transmission changes. For example, when the drive and driven shafts are shifted, the vehicle speed does not exceed first gear. The further apart the pulleys move, the faster the machine speeds up.
Oil and belt change interval
Experts say that after the main question: what CVT is on the Verso, beginners are interested in the transmission fluid change interval. Changing the lubricant at the wrong time will lead to overheating and failure of the CVT. And also on those cars where a belt is used instead of a chain in the variator, you must follow the regulations for replacing the belt.
Transmission fluid is changed in several ways:
- complete. This method is used after the car has traveled 70 thousand kilometers. To change the oil, a high-pressure apparatus is used, which, under pressure, completely expels waste fluid from the distant components of the automatic transmission. Experts do not recommend changing the fluid at home. Although some craftsmen manage to do this procedure using a five-liter bottle and a hose from the radiator return;
- partial. This type of replacement can be done at home. It is recommended to carry out a partial change of lubricant after a run of forty thousand kilometers. This type of replacement is done at home. The used oil is removed and the seals in the box and the filter device are replaced.
If a car owner changes the oil, he must fill in the original lubricant. Since Toyota Super CVT is used only on CVTs. It has an adhesive base and glues the belt with the wedges for better performance of the elements. This function appears after the variator warms up to 60 degrees Celsius. Therefore, experts advise warming up the gearbox before starting and never accelerating when it’s cold.
The belt should be changed once every 90,000 km. If it is not replaced in time, it will lead to rupture. Belt debris can damage the mechanical parts of the CVT and cause transmission failure. Restoration and major repairs will cost the car owner the same price as a contract automatic transmission.
Attention! The car owner should check the oil level after driving 10 thousand kilometers according to the recommendations of experienced mechanics. Oil starvation leads to rapid wear of the tread grooves on the cones that hold the belt.
An approximate range of spare parts for repairing this automatic transmission
| Full name | Spare part code |
| Troubleshooting and repair of the torque converter of the automatic transmission K310\K311 (before sending, be sure to drain the oil and close the neck with a gag) | 348001 |
| Set of gaskets and seals with filter cartridge, and large Teflon rings, without pistons, CVT K310/K311/312 2006-13 (K75900RX-MD) Toyota (Repair kit\ Overhaul kit\ Overhaul Kit) | 348002A |
| Set of gaskets and seals with large Teflon rings, without pistons, Toyota CVT K112 Toyota since 2005 (Repair kit\ Overhaul kit\ Overhaul Kit) | 348002B |
| Set of gaskets and seals without pistons, Toyota CVT K110 (K112) Toyota (Repair kit\ Overhaul kit\ Overhaul Kit) | 348002BC |
| Set of gaskets and seals without pistons, Toyota CVT K114\K115 Toyota (Repair kit\ Overhaul kit\ Overhaul Kit) | 348002BE |
| Set of gaskets and seals with large Teflon rings without pistons, CVT K410/XA-10LN (Repair kit\ Overhaul kit\ Overhaul Kit) | 348002C |
| Friction disc kit, Friction pack K111/K112 (CVT) | 348003B |
| Friction disc kit, Friction pack K410 (CVT) | 348003C |
| Friction disc kit, Friction pack K310/K311/K312/K110(CVT) | 348003 |
| Steel wheel set, K111/K112 (CVT) | 348004B |
| Steel wheel set, K310/K311/K312/K110(CVT) | 348004 |
| Oil filter, CVT K310/K311/K312 Toyota without intake | 348010A |
| Oil filter, CVT K310/K311 Toyota with high intake, 9mm | 348010AA |
| Oil filter, CVT K312/K313 COROLLA, AURIS, ALTIS, (type 2, metal/plastic, with oil intake) 2013-UP | 348010AS |
| Oil filter, CVT K312/K313 COROLLA, AURIS, ALTIS, (plastic with oil intake) 2013-UP | 348010ASP |
| Oil filter, CVT K111-112 Toyota Estima/ACR50/RAV4/ACA36 (35330-0W040) | 348010B |
| Oil filter CVT K111/K112 Toyota (with a 5mm oil intake, the plastic part of the filter is different from the filter without an intake!!) | 348010BA |
| Oil filter, CVT K110 (Allion, Alphard, Estima, Opa, Premia, Voxy, Wish) Toyota 2000-Up | 348010BC |
| Oil filter, K114/K115 Toyota CVT F/4WD 2015-Up | 348010BE |
| Oil filter, CVT K410/K411/K412/K210 Toyota version without oil intake Toyota/Suzuki 2011-up | 348010C |
| Oil filter, CVT K410/411 Toyota version with oil intake 2010-up | 348010CA |
| CVT filter HR-10(CVT)/L110F Toyota/Lexus LS600HL 2008-UP/ GS350/GS450H 2013-UP/ GS200T 2016-Up | 348010F |
| Filter cartridge (without O-rings), CVT K310/K311/K312/K110/K111/K112 Toyota | 348013 |
| Oil pump oil seal/cuff CVT K310/K311/K312/K110/K111/K112 [61x45x6] (included in the gasket and seal repair kit) | 348070A |
| Axle shaft seal CVT K310/K311/K312 (55.1x33x9) (torque converter side) | 348076A |
| Axle shaft oil seal (cuff), right, double (from the transfer case side), K111/A243F AWD [37×28.5×19] 1997-Up | 348076B |
| Oil seal (cuff), Toyota OPA/PREMIO/ALLION/WISH [47x59x5.5] 2001-Up | 348076FF |
| Axle shaft oil seal (57.1x33.1x9) (case side) U340/U341K310/K311/K312(CVT) | 348077A |
| Forward clutch friction disc, K410 FORWARD 112x1.5x40T | 348108D |
| Forward friction clutch disc, Friction plate, K310/K311/K312/K110 forward (40Tx1.7×94.9×112.1) | 348108 |
| Reverse clutch disc, Friction plate, K310/K311/K312/K110 Reverse [50Tx1.66×138] 2000-Up | 348110 |
| Forward steel clutch disc, K310/K311/K312/K110/K111 (95×1.8x40T) Forward | 348128A |
| Set of 6-piece Teflon compression rings, K310 (CVT) Sealing ring kit | 348199AK |
| Set of Teflon (sealing) rings, with large rings 3.5mm thick. K110 (CVT) Sealing ring kit | 348199CK |
| Set of 4 cone bearings, Bearing K111/K112 | 348201B |
| Front driven pulley bearing K311 (open), dimensions (46x25x17) | 348228A |
| Front driven pulley bearing K111/K110/K112/K113/K114/K115 (type 1, 85x37x13, ball, open) | 348228B |
| Bearing with metal cage, dimensions (87x43x19) K310/K311 Bearing Secondary Pulley to Rear Cover | 348229A |
| Bearing with plastic cage, dimensions (87x49x14), K310/K311, Bearing Secondary Pulley to Rear Cover | 348229AA |
| Rear driven pulley bearing (type 1), ball, open, dimensions (88x37x18mm), K111/K110/K112/K113/K114/K115 | 348229B |
| Bearing, dimensions (76x33x11.3mm) K310/K311, Bearing Drive Pulley to Rear Cover, (Primary Pulley Small) | 348235A |
| Rear drive pulley bearing (type 1), ball, open, dimensions (95x35x12) K111/K110/K112/K113/K114/K115 | 348235B |
| Bearing with metal cage, dimensions (87x49x14), K310/K311, Bearing, Drive Pulley to Bell | 348236A |
| Bearing with plastic cage, dimensions (87x49x14), K310/K311, Bearing Drive Pulley to Rear Cover, (Primary Pulley Small) | 348236AA |
| Front drive pulley bearing (type 1), ball, open, dimensions (95x49x18), K111/K110/K112/K113/K114/K115 | 348236B |
| Pan gasket, GSK CVT K310/311 (included in the gasket and seal repair kit) Toyota | 348300A |
| Pan gasket, GSK CVT K111 (included in the repair kit of gaskets and seals) Toyota (included in the repair kit ...002) | 348300B |
| Pan gasket, CVT K110/112 (included in the repair kit of gaskets and seals) Toyota (included in the repair kit ...002) | 348300BC |
| Pan gasket, CVT K411 Toyota (included in the repair kit...002) | 348300C |
| Solenoid, K110/K111/K112 CVT S1, Solenoid 2006-Up | 348421B |
| Solenoid, K110/K111/K112 CVT S2, Solenoid 2006-Up | 348422B |
| Solenoid, K110/K111/K112 CVT Lock-Up, Solenoid 2006-Up | 348425B |
| SLS Pulley Control Solenoid (Type 1, Dark Gray Connector) CVT K111, (Custom Part) | 348432B |
| Speed sensor Sensor Speed K111 | 348436B |
| Forward clutch drum assembly, Forward Clutch Drum, K310/K311(CVT) | 348554AK |
| Sun gear assembly with bearings, (Number of teeth 26) K111/K112 | 348612BK |
| Drive belt, CVT K310/K311/K312 (220x192x24.4) HONDA/NISSAN/MMC/Toyota, M4VA(CVT)/MLYA/SETA/SLYA(CVT)/SZCA (CVT)/RE0F21A (CVT)/F1C1(CVT) /QR019CHA(CHERY)/VT2, Belt Drive (220x192x24.4) | 348700A |
| Cone included: USED with belt, PULLEY K310/K311 SET, W/Belt, Wo/Rear Cover (C Variators that did not go into production. USED ORIGINAL, WITH TRACES OF INSTALLATION, WITHOUT WARRANTY, EXCHANGE AND RETURN) | 348701AKK |
| Rubber-coated piston with retainer (set) for forward clutch pack, K310/K311/K312 (CVT) Piston & retainer Forward clutch | 348960AK |
| Rubber-coated piston with retainer (set) for forward clutch pack, K410 (CVT) Piston & retainer Forward clutch | 348960CK |
CVT malfunctions
The Toyota Verso CVT is a rather different design. But it all depends on the driver's driving style. Aggressive driving and sudden starts lead to the belt breaking out of its place on the pulleys.
The Aisin manufacturers solved this problem by programming the box to limit sudden starts. Now the car enthusiast will not be able to destroy the variator by quickly picking up speed from a standstill by pressing the gas pedal to the floor.
Dirty oil leads to the death of solenoids in the valve body. Therefore, regular replacement of the lubricant and filter will protect against such CVT diseases.
Pulleys may wear out faster than usual due to sudden overloads. This is possible in cases where the car owner uses the car mainly for traveling on country or dirt roads.
The valve body rarely fails. If you take care of it: wash and clean it on time, and also replace the transmission fluid, then it will last a long time.
Attention! Annual maintenance will save the CVT of a Japanese manufacturer's car from major repairs. Also necessary: checking the transmission fluid level in the box and regularly changing the oil. A calm driving style will also extend the life of the gearbox.
Recommendations for operating the variator
When operating a car with a CVT, avoid aggressive driving or slipping of the car. This is a city gearbox, which is not intended for long-term driving at high speed.
Also, the car owner had to perform any service in a timely manner, which was a prerequisite for the absence of critical malfunctions. It was forbidden to tow the car on a cable, and if repairs were necessary, only original spare parts should be used.
Reviews of Toyota Verso with CVT
Car owners who already drive a Toyota Verso leave the following reviews about the car.
Shrubchenko Grigory Pavlovich, 36 years old, Saratov
I recently bought it on the advice of a friend. Nice and roomy car. The variator was replaced only after 200,000 kilometers. The previous owner did not change the box at all. That's why I think it's durable. I'll see how long the new CVT lasts.
Saveliy Gennadievich Andreev, 23 years old, Moscow
I liked the car's ground clearance - low. This is what I love. The seats are made of artificial leather, although when I bought them they assured me that they were made of real leather. Peeled off in the first months of using the vehicle. CVT – this is worth talking about separately. My father assured me that there was no need to race or take off abruptly in the car. But after driving 100,000 km I had to change it completely. Installed an automatic machine. The car began to drive much faster.
Positive and negative sides about Toyota Verso with CVT
Having tested the box themselves and collected feedback from Toyota Verso car owners, experts came to the conclusion and indicated the following pros and cons of the car.
Pros:
- comfortable and roomy;
- reliable and at the same time nimble;
- electric power steering;
- economical.
The disadvantages include:
- poor sound insulation;
- no electric folding mirrors;
- the plastic of the dashboard and the fabric on the seats quickly wear out and become unusable;
- The heating is weak, in winter the seats and instrument panel squeak until the interior warms up.
There are many more disadvantages of the car. But for many, the reliability and capacity of the car is more important than minor flaws from manufacturers. Moreover, the absence of childhood diseases in CVT makes it even more valuable compared, for example, with an automatic transmission from the Peugeot-Citroen concern. The Al4 gearbox will seem like a rattling, knocking and kicking giant against the CVT from a Toyota Verso vehicle.
