The 2009 Honda Accord offered two main transmissions depending on engine: a 5-speed manual for the 2.4-liter four-cylinder and a 5-speed automatic for both engines; a continuously variable transmission was not available that year.
In detail, Honda paired the 2.4L four-cylinder with either a 5-speed manual or a 5-speed automatic, while the 3.5L V6 came exclusively with a 5-speed automatic. This reflects Honda's transmission choices for the generation and the market, with no CVT offering in the 2009 model year.
Transmission options by engine
Overview of which transmissions were available with each engine in 2009.
- 2.4L inline-4 engine with 5-speed manual transmission
- 2.4L inline-4 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission (including Honda's Grade Logic Control)
What this means for buyers: the four-cylinder models could be purchased with either a manual or an automatic, depending on trim, while the six-cylinder configuration did not offer a manual option.
V6 engine option
Details specific to the 3.5L V6 model in 2009.
- 3.5L V6 engine with 5-speed automatic transmission (manual not offered)
Concluding: In 2009, all V6 Accords used a 5-speed automatic, and there was no manual transmission option for the V6.
Additional notes for buyers
When shopping for a used 2009 Accord, verify the specific transmission and confirm service history. Some models might have had transmission replacements or fluid flushes; always check the owner's manual or VIN for transmission details. Honda's 5-speed automatics from this era require periodic fluid changes and can differ in shift feel depending on wear and maintenance.
Summary
The 2009 Honda Accord offered a choice between a 5-speed manual and a 5-speed automatic for the 2.4L four-cylinder, with the 3.5L V6 available only with the 5-speed automatic. There was no CVT in the 2009 Accord. Transmission availability varied by trim and market, but these were the core options for that model year.