The last year the Honda Accord offered a manual transmission in the United States was 2017.
Across its current and previous generations, the Accord shifted away from manual gearboxes as automatics gained efficiency and popularity. This article outlines when a manual was available in the U.S. and why the transmission option ended with the 2017 model year, while noting that market variations exist outside North America.
Timeline of manual transmission availability in the U.S. Accord
Below is a concise timeline showing the model years when a manual transmission could be found on the Accord in the United States, primarily tied to the 9th generation’s 2.4-liter engine.
- 2013–2017: 6-speed manual available on the 2.4-liter engine in select trims during the 9th generation.
- 2018: Fourth generation (10th) Accord arrives in the U.S. with automatic transmissions only, ending manual availability.
In summary, the 2017 model year represents the final U.S. Accord to offer a manual transmission; since 2018, the Accord has been sold with automatic transmissions only in North America.
Scope and market focus
The information above reflects the United States market. Global availability has varied by generation and region, and some older or differently configured Accords outside North America did offer manual transmissions in earlier years. However, for the modern Accord lineup in the U.S., the manual option ended with the 2017 model year.
Reasons for the shift away from manuals
Automatics gained traction due to efficiency gains, advanced driver-assistance technology compatibility, and consumer preference for convenience. The market trend toward automatic transmissions contributed to Honda’s decision to discontinue manual availability in the Accord beginning with the 2018 model year.
Conclusion
The last manual Honda Accord in the United States was the 2017 model year. Since 2018, the Accord has been offered with automatic transmissions exclusively in North America, aligning with industry-wide trends toward automatics.
Summary: 2017 marks the end of the manual-gearbox era for the Honda Accord in the U.S.; the model has since moved to automatic transmissions only in North America, with historical manual availability confined to earlier generations and specific trims.