I guess it depends on if they want to keep the drive trains as separate models (even if just in name) or not. The civic line was pretty bloated at 19 trims last I checked.
I wasn't expecting anything new for another year or 2 since they just did a refresh, but with the current issues I would expect them to push base models more rather than try to develop something cheaper.
Just installed the shifter yesterday. It feels tight? I'm using the softer spring, but it still requires more force than I'd like to shift, should I add some grease somewhere or is it possible I over torqued the spring housing?