Firestone Firehawk AS Tire Review 2023

In 2016, the all-new Firestone Firehawk AS, an all-season high-performance tire, replaced the old powerful Firehawk Wide Oval in the company’s lineup.

Firestone Firehawk AS

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 This tire is built for all types of drivers, like sports coupes and sedans. The Firehawk AS improves over the old models since it is the new superior model.

The technology of Firestone Firehawk AS

Firestone Firehawk AS utilizes a tread compound which is made generally for increasing its performance as it is made of silica and long link carbon, and also the asymmetric tread pattern that also increases grip on dry, wet, and snow surfaces or roads.

They also introduced full-depth sipes and grooves around the tread to give the tire a good performance and grip.

Tread channels are added to increase the grip on wet and snowy roads or surfaces and thus reduce the risk of slipping on the streets and reducing the chances of accidents occurring due to slippery and wet roads or surfaces.

Firestone also claims or contends that the new lineup of Firestone which is Firestone Firehawk has 20% more biting or sharp edges than the old original wide oval AS, which is now converted to Firestone Firehawk AS, provides much-enhanced braking, acceleration, and traction on wet and snow-covered roads which claim to be a big help for those who live in the area of snow or area of winter weather. That’s why this tire is claimed as the all-season tire by Firestone.

Inside the tire, two high-tensile steel belts are used to enhance strength, durability, and higher speed.

Sizes of Firestone Firehawk AS

15″
185/55R15 82V BW
195/60R15 88H BW
195/65R15 91H BW
16″
195/50R16 84V BW
195/55R16 87V BW
205/55R16 91H BW
205/60R16 92H BW
215/55R16 97V XL BW
215/60R16 95V BW
17″
205/50R17 93V XL BW
215/45R17 91V XL BW
215/50R17 95V XL BW
215/55R17 94V BW
225/45R17 94V XL BW
225/50R17 98V XL BW
225/55R17 97V BW
235/45R17 97V XL BW
235/55R17 99V BW
18″
215/55R18 95H BW
225/45R18 95V XL BW
225/50R18 95V BW
235/50R18 97V BW
235/55R18 100V BW
245/40R18 97V XL BW
245/45R18 100V XL BW
19″
245/40R19 98V XL BW
245/45R19 98V BW
245/50R19 105V XL BW
20″
245/45R20 103V XL BW
275/40R20 106V XL BW

Compatible models with Firestone Firehawk AS

• Audi A3, A4, A6, TT
• BMW 3-Series, 1-Series, 2-Series
• Buick Regal, Lacrosse
• Chevy Aveo, Cavalier, Cruze, Sonic, Cobalt, Monte Carlo, Camaro
• Chrysler PT Cruiser, Sebring
• Dodge Avenger, Charger, Challenger, Stratus, Dart, Caliber
• Ford Focus, Mustang, Taurus, Five Hundred, Fusion
• Honda Accord, Civic
• Hyundai Elantra, Sonata, Genesis, Azera
• Kia Soul, Optima, Forte, Amanti
• Mazda 626, Mazda3, Mazda6, RX-7, Mazda5
• Mitsubishi Eclipse, Galant
• Nissan Altima, Sentra, Maxima, 370Z
• Pontiac Grand Am, Firebird, Grand Prix, Sunfire, G6, Bonneville
• Subaru Impreza, Legacy, WRX
• Toyota Corolla, Camry, Prius, Avalon
• Volkswagen Golf, New Beetle, Passat

Pros and Cons of Firestone Firehawk AS

Pros
• Good cornering traction and dry grip
• Improved performance on wet and snowy roads
• Tread life is good
Cons
• Somewhat weak performance in deep snow and ice.

Price range of Firestone Firehawk AS

Firestone Firehawk AS price starts from $61.

Warranty of Firestone Firehawk AS

A 50K mile tread and a 5-year warranty come with the tire. The continental cuts the mileage guarantee by 50% if the rear is sized differently than the front tire. The tire uniformity is guaranteed for one year or 2/32 inches of wear.

Material is guaranteed for five years. The workmanship is guaranteed for five years and includes free replacement during the first year or 2/32 inch tread.

Firestone Winterforce 2 also includes a one-year or 2/32-inch wear road hazard guarantee and a 60-day customer satisfaction trial.

Conclusion

Firestone Firehawk AS is a decent tire in its range. This tire provides a better comfort ride among other tires if it’s a range, and it also seems that Firestone has much improved the tread life. The Firehawk AS improves over the old models since it is the new superior model. This tire is built for all types of drivers, like sports coupes and sedans.

This tire is much better on snow-covered road surfaces due to its sharp, biting edges, and it provides better grip, braking, and acceleration in lots of snow-covered surfaces and ice. All these features make this tire an all-season tire.

Overall, the Firestone Firehawk AS is a good-performing tire and one of the best models in AS category.

Also read:

Firestone Winterforce 2 Tire Review

Firestone All-Season review 2021