In the United States, the last year for a standard Honda Civic with a manual transmission was 2021. Since 2022, most Civics have shifted to a CVT, with the Civic Si continuing to offer a manual 6-speed transmission.
Context: How the Civic transmission lineup evolved
The Civic has historically offered multiple transmission choices across its trims and generations. Through the 2010s and early 2020s, a 6-speed manual was available on many common trims when paired with the available engines. In the 2022 refresh of the Civic, Honda simplified the lineup for most trims to CVT only, reserving the manual option for the high-performance Civic Si. Regional differences exist, but the US market provides the clearest baseline for this question.
Key points about current availability
Timeline of manual availability in the U.S. Civic lineup
The following timeline summarizes when a manual transmission was offered and what remains today.
- Pre-2022 (models up to 2021): A 6-speed manual was widely available on most standard Civic trims (LX, Sport, EX, Touring) with the 1.5L turbo engine, and the Civic Si offered a manual as well. This era allowed enthusiasts to choose a manual on several mainstream trims.
- 2022–2023: The standard Civic trims largely shifted to CVT-only in the U.S., with the exception of the Civic Si, which continued to offer a 6-speed manual. This marked a significant narrowing of manual options outside the Si model.
- 2024–present: The Civic Si remains the sole current U.S. Civic offering with a manual transmission; all other trims use CVT or automatic options. The high-performance Type R, when available in markets outside the Civic lineup, is not considered part of the regular Civic trim family.
In short, the last year for a traditional, non-Si Civic with a manual transmission in the U.S. was 2021. For buyers seeking a new Civic with a manual today, the Civic Si is the option that retains a 6-speed manual.
Regional notes
Regional differences can apply. In Canada and some other markets, Honda’s shift to CVT for mainstream Civics occurred around the same period, with the Civic Si typically maintaining a manual transmission. Always check local dealer configurations for the exact options in your region.
What this means for buyers and enthusiasts
For those who insist on a manual transmission in a new Civic, the practical path now is the Civic Si. For buyers who don’t require a manual, the standard Civic lineup offers CVT across most trims. If you’re considering a used vehicle, you may still find earlier-gen Civics with 6-speed manuals available on the market.
Summary
The last year for a non-Si Honda Civic with a manual transmission in the U.S. was 2021. Since 2022, manual options have been largely limited to the Civic Si, which continues to offer a 6-speed manual. Regional variations may exist, so check local specifications with a dealer for the most current information.