As of 2026, there is no single “last” model year for a manual Honda Civic. Manual transmissions are still offered in the Civic Si and Civic Type R, while most other Civics are CVT-only. For enthusiasts seeking a modern Civic with a manual, the current options are the Si and the Type R across multiple model years.
In recent years, Honda shifted the non-performance Civics toward automatic transmissions, leaving the traditional six-speed manual mostly for the sportier variants. The Civic Si returned to a manual in the modern lineup and remains one of the last true manuals in the Civic family, while the high-performance Type R continues to use a manual gearbox. This means there isn’t a final model year to point to; manual Civics persist in current and future Si/Type R models, with other trims adopting CVT.
Current manual options in the Civic lineup
For buyers who want a traditional six-speed manual, two trims currently offer that option in the United States.
- Civic Si — 6-speed manual transmission; remains the primary non-Type R manual option in the lineup.
- Civic Type R — 6-speed manual transmission; the performance flagship of the Civic family, always manual.
By contrast, the more affordable Civics (LX, Sport, EX, Touring) are generally equipped with CVTs in recent model years, with few or no manual offerings on those trims.
Historical context and what changed in recent years
Here’s a concise look at how manual availability has evolved in the Civic line over the last decade.
- Non-performance Civics gradually shifted toward CVT-only configurations on most trims starting in the late 2010s to early 2020s.
- The Civic Si reintroduced or maintained a six-speed manual in the current generation, continuing as a core manual option.
- The Civic Type R has continued to rely on and offer a six-speed manual, preserving a traditional manual option at the high end of the Civic lineup.
In short, there isn’t a final year for “the last manual Civic” because manual transmissions remain available in the Civic Si and Civic Type R today and will likely continue into future model years. If a manual is essential, these two trims are the ongoing avenues within the Civic family.
Market nuances
Notes below focus on the United States, where model-year availability can vary by region. Always check local dealer specifications to confirm which transmissions are offered for a given year and trim.
Summary
Manual Honda Civics are not relics of the past; they live on in the Civic Si and Civic Type R. For the broader Civic lineup, the trend has shifted toward CVT. If your goal is a modern Civic with a manual transmission, target either the Si or the Type R in the latest model years, with future model years expected to continue offering manuals in those trims.