The last year Honda offered a manual-equipped Accord in the United States was 2017. Since 2018, U.S.-market Accords have been automatic-only. In other regions, manual availability has varied, but the trend in recent years has favored automatics.
Background: how the manual option faded
Honda shifted emphasis toward fuel efficiency, smoother drivability, and broader appeal as consumer preferences shifted away from manual transmissions in mainstream sedans. The 2018 refresh of the Accord came with turbocharged engines paired exclusively with automatics, and the automatic options expanded (including a 10-speed automatic on the 2.0-liter turbo), effectively ending the manual option in North America.
Regional differences
Some markets outside the United States and Canada have historically offered manual transmissions on various Accord configurations. However, in North America, the manual has not been available since the 2017 model year, and the current generation is sold with automatic transmissions only.
What to check if you're buying used
When evaluating a used Accord, examine the window sticker or the VIN-derived build sheet to confirm the original transmission. Look for a traditional manual gearbox shifter and gear pattern (or check the vehicle’s documentation). If a manual was never specified on the title or window sticker, it is an automatic-equipped model.
Summary: The last year Honda Accord offered with a manual transmission in the United States was 2017. Since 2018, the North American Accord lineup has been automatic-only, reflecting a broader industry shift away from manual transmissions in mid-size sedans. Regional differences exist, but the current generation has no manual option in North America.