2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback
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- Photo: 2001 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am WS6, Front Left, 07-14-2017 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Pontiac Firebird Trans Am Convertible with WS6 Ram Air Performance and Handling Package, front right (Cruisin' the River Lowellville Car Show, June 19th, 2023) by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Pontiac Firebird 3.8L V6 by Calreyn88, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2002 Pontiac Trans Am Firehawk, blue, front left side, 15th Annual All Pontiac Car Show 2026-09-20 by Xnatedawgx, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2000 Pontiac Firebird in Navy Blue Metallic, Rear Left, 05-23-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback is a 3.8-liter V6 hatchback with an automatic 4-speed and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $20,650 MSRP and is rated at 21 mpg combined.
EPA fuel-economy estimates are 17 mpg city and 28 mpg highway (21 mpg combined).
The Firebird measures 193.4 inches long on a 101.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,327 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $20,650 ($37,305 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 3.8L V6 |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | RWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Automatic 4-speed |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 17 MPG |
| Highway | 28 MPG |
| Combined | 21 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 16 gal |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16-in. aluminum alloy |
| Wheels Rear | 16-in. aluminum alloy |
| Tires Front | P215/60R16 |
| Tires Rear | P215/60R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 193.4 in |
| Width | 74.5 in |
| Height | 52 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3,327 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.2 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.3 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.9 in |
| Legroom Rear | 28.9 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 57.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 55.8 in |
| Hip Room Front | 52.8 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 52.8 in |
Similar cars
Rivals to the 2002 Pontiac Firebird 2dr Hatchback with similar size, power and price from around the same years.
Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2002 Pontiac FIREBIRD. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 12, 2001 · STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 208, "OCCUPANT CRASH PROTECTION," AND NO. 214, "SIDE IMPACT PROTECTION." THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE WELDS NEAR THE LOWER DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HINGE THAT DO NOT MEET SPECIFICATIONS.
Consequence: IN A CRASH, AN OCCUPANT COULD RECEIVE SEVERE INJURIES.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL STRUCTURAL RIVETS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT CHEVROLET AT 1-800-222-1020 OR PONTIAC AT 1-800-762-2737.
NHTSA campaign 01V381000
30 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2002 Pontiac FIREBIRD
Owner Complaints
30 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2002 Pontiac FIREBIRD (1 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Electrical System | 9 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 7 |
| Exterior Lighting | 6 |
| Hydraulic | 5 |
| Service Brakes | 5 |
| Visibility | 5 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2002 PONTIAC FIREBIRD. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.