Not for the gasoline-powered versions. The 2017 Accord did not use a traditional CVT in most configurations; only the Accord Hybrid employed an e-CVT, while the standard gas variants used conventional multi-gear transmissions. A CVT-based setup appeared later in the lineup with the 2018 redesign for non-hybrid models.
Transmission options by variant
The following outlines the transmission choices tied to each powertrain option available for the 2017 Accord.
- Gasoline models (non-hybrid): Available with a traditional 6-speed manual or a 6-speed automatic transmission; there is no CVT option on these gasoline variants.
- V6 model (3.5L): Mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission only.
- Accord Hybrid (2.0L Atkinson-cycle engine with electric motors): Uses an e-CVT (electronic CVT-like transmission) to manage power between the gas engine and electric motors.
In short, if you’re considering a 2017 Accord and want a traditional automatic or a manual, you’ll find those on the gasoline models. The hybrid uses an e-CVT, and a conventional CVT was not used on the 2017 gasoline versions.
Evolution to CVT in later models
With the 2018 redesign, Honda shifted the lineup toward a 1.5-liter turbocharged engine paired with a traditional CVT for many non-hybrid variants, while the higher-output 2.0-liter turbo continued with a separate 10-speed automatic. The Accord Hybrid continued to use the e-CVT in its hybrid configuration, maintaining a CVT-like setup for fuel efficiency in that powertrain.
Summary: The 2017 Honda Accord did not use a CVT in its gasoline versions; the Hybrid used an e-CVT. A CVT appeared in the subsequent redesign for non-hybrid gas models, while the Hybrid kept its e-CVT configuration. Always verify the specific vehicle’s powertrain when dating a used 2017 Accord.