Originally Posted by
Carbuff
We tried both the Sport Auto with paddle shifters and the true Manual before purchase... and got the Manual.
Honda auto-boxes ON 4 CYLINDER ENGINES have been reliable...the 6 cylinder cars with automatics, less so.
Know of two people that bought automatic Fits, then traded in for a Manual within six months.
Yes, it's your call...
Even the 4-cylinders pose some issues. '98-02 Accord and '01-05 Civic automatics are known for issues.