not sure how's the performance...but based on my own exp (jazz) and review for hrv..the cvt did a good job. off course u lost the 6 speed auto feel..but the honda cvt is quite smooth and responsive.

but Honda r&d chief mention
"But while the Chinese market is set to gain Honda’s turbocharged power, it looks like the rest of South East Asia (SEA) may not be so lucky. “Depending on the market and region, but particularly in Asia and other emerging markets, we will continue offering our naturally-aspirated lineup, which tends to be less costly. In South East Asia, we will supply our current lineup of naturally-aspirated engines”

so cross finger la.