The 2013 Nissan Pulsar’s CVT doesn’t always fail, but when it does, your wallet learns new swear words.
Expect a used (wrecker) CVT to run about AUD $1,200–$2,500 plus $800–$1,500 for fitting and fluids; a reconditioned unit typically lands at $3,500–$5,500 installed, and a brand-new OEM transmission can nudge $6,500–$9,000 fitted.
If yours is a manual, you’re in luck: a good used gearbox is roughly $600–$1,200 plus a clutch kit and labour, with rebuild costs varying by parts availability.
Whichever route you choose, budget for fresh fluid, a cooler/lines check, and a proper warranty—preferably something sturdier than a pinky promise.
Many Aussies go for a low‑km used unit with service history, then keep the fluid changes religious to avoid déjà vu.