Your vehicle’s transmission transfers power from the engine to the wheels, and Honda automatic transmissions work seamlessly to deliver the right power and torque for you. Both the traditional version and the continuously variable transmission (CVT) provide the ideal driving experience mile after mile. Head over to Jim Riehl’s Friendly Honda to try them out in person and pick the one you prefer.
Traditional Honda Automatic Transmission
A traditional Honda automatic transmission uses planetary gearsets and clutches to select from a set of fixed gear ratios, one for each stage of your drive. The 2026 Honda Pilot and Honda Passport pair their V6 engines with a 10-speed automatic, and the 2026 Honda Ridgeline uses a nine-speed automatic. Each one adjusts its shifts based on your speed, throttle input, and road conditions, so the right gear is ready when you need it.
The Honda CVT
If you pick a smaller gas-powered model like the Honda Civic, Honda CR-V, or Honda Accord, your car will be equipped with a CVT. This type of Honda automatic transmission doesn’t have fixed gears like the traditional system. Instead, it uses a belt and pulleys to smoothly increase or decrease the power sent to the wheels. It’s so smooth, in fact, that you most likely won’t even realize that the vehicle is changing gears.
Test-Drive a Model With the Honda Automatic Transmission in Clinton Township, MI
Honda automatic transmissions are designed and engineered to give you the very best driving experience possible. These systems have been around for decades, so we can help you find a new or pre-owned model with either a traditional system or a CVT. Visit our Honda dealership in Clinton Township, MI to explore the inventory!
