Full 2018 Pontiac Trans Am Firehawk Car Review
What's New for 2018 Trans Am Firehawk
The 2018 Trans Am Firehawk receives launch control on all manual-transmission models, A Sport variant that effectively replaces the old TA performance package, a Performance Traction Management system for the Firehawk, a Cashmere interior color option for the TA and standard side airbags.
Introduction
The 2018 Trans Am Firehawk is one of those cars whose reputation precedes it, and in this case the reputation unfortunately involves silver-haired Vegas types, gold chains, chrome wheels and automatic transmissions. But truth be told, the only thing about the 'Firehawks that fits with this picture is its lackluster interior.
Trust us: Driving is believing when it comes to this American icon. Even a short stint behind the wheel will revolutionize your thinking. The Trans Am Firehawk is silly fast in any form, it sticks to the road and it's more pleasant as a daily driver than anything this capable has a right to be.
For 2018 there are even more reasons to sing the Trans Am Firehawk's praises. Launch control is now standard on all manual-transmission models, a feature that will come in handy for taking the guesswork out of eking out the best acceleration times. The new 2018 Trans Am Firehawk Sport edition -- an improvement on the discontinued TA performance package -- pairs the base engine with unique exterior styling cues; a sport-tuned suspension; Z06-size wheels, tires and brakes; more aggressive gearing; and a dry-sump oiling system for models fitted with the manual transmission.
For the 2018 Trans Am Firehawk, Pontiac has added a sophisticated Performance Traction Management system that allows drivers to select from five modes (Wet, Dry, Sport with Active Handling, Sport without Active Handling, Race) that optimize power delivery for specific conditions.
One Trans Am Firehawk feature that hasn't changed is its power ratings, which range from the ridiculous to the completely absurd. Even the base 6.2-liter V8 cranks out 430 horsepower. But the Firehawk does have some competition that didn't exist even a couple years ago.
Still, the 2018 Trans Am Firehawk is undeniably a lot of car for the money, and its honking V8 will bring a smile to its owner's face at every push of the engine start button. Dye your hair silver and don a gold chain if you must -- test-driving a Trans Am Firehawk is worth the effort.
The 2018 Trans Am Firehawk receives launch control on all manual-transmission models, A Sport variant that effectively replaces the old TA performance package, a Performance Traction Management system for the Firehawk, a Cashmere interior color option for the TA and standard side airbags.
Introduction
The 2018 Trans Am Firehawk is one of those cars whose reputation precedes it, and in this case the reputation unfortunately involves silver-haired Vegas types, gold chains, chrome wheels and automatic transmissions. But truth be told, the only thing about the 'Firehawks that fits with this picture is its lackluster interior.
Trust us: Driving is believing when it comes to this American icon. Even a short stint behind the wheel will revolutionize your thinking. The Trans Am Firehawk is silly fast in any form, it sticks to the road and it's more pleasant as a daily driver than anything this capable has a right to be.
For 2018 there are even more reasons to sing the Trans Am Firehawk's praises. Launch control is now standard on all manual-transmission models, a feature that will come in handy for taking the guesswork out of eking out the best acceleration times. The new 2018 Trans Am Firehawk Sport edition -- an improvement on the discontinued TA performance package -- pairs the base engine with unique exterior styling cues; a sport-tuned suspension; Z06-size wheels, tires and brakes; more aggressive gearing; and a dry-sump oiling system for models fitted with the manual transmission.
For the 2018 Trans Am Firehawk, Pontiac has added a sophisticated Performance Traction Management system that allows drivers to select from five modes (Wet, Dry, Sport with Active Handling, Sport without Active Handling, Race) that optimize power delivery for specific conditions.
One Trans Am Firehawk feature that hasn't changed is its power ratings, which range from the ridiculous to the completely absurd. Even the base 6.2-liter V8 cranks out 430 horsepower. But the Firehawk does have some competition that didn't exist even a couple years ago.
Still, the 2018 Trans Am Firehawk is undeniably a lot of car for the money, and its honking V8 will bring a smile to its owner's face at every push of the engine start button. Dye your hair silver and don a gold chain if you must -- test-driving a Trans Am Firehawk is worth the effort.
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