Holden VZ Commodore

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Holden VZ Commodore
Holden VZ Commodore Executive 9C1
Manufacturer: Holden
Parent company: General Motors
Production: August 2004–present
Assembly: Elizabeth, South Australia, Australia
Predecessor: Holden VY Commodore
Successor: Holden VE Commodore
Class: Full-size
Body style: 4-door sedan
4-door station wagon
Platform: GM V platform
Engine: V6
  • 3.6 L 172 kW: Alloytec
  • 3.6 L 175 kW: Alloytec
  • 3.6 L 190 kW: Alloytec 190
V8
  • 5.7 L 235 kW: Gen III LS1
  • 5.7 L 250 kW: High Output LS1
  • 6.0 L 260 kW: Gen IV L76
Transmission: 6-speed Manual 4-speed Automatic 5-speed Automatic
Suspension: Front Rear
  • Control-Link Independent Rear Suspension (IRS), semi-trailing arm, progressive rate miniblock coil springs, stabiliser bar
FE2 Sports Suspension
  • Front: Firmer spring rate, revised stabiliser bar diameter, reduced ride height
  • Rear: Firmer spring rate, gas pressure dampers
Steering: Type
  • Variable ratio rack and pinion
Turning circle
  • Sedan: 11.0 m
  • Wagon: 11.5 m
Brakes: Front:
  • Ventilated disc and finned twin-piston caliper
Rear ABS
  • Bosch ABS8 - 4 sensor, 3 channel (4 on variations with TC
Wheelbase: 2789 – 2939 mm
Length: 4876 – 5033 mm
Width: 1842 – 1847 mm
Height: 1440 – 1527 mm
Front track: 1569 mm
Rear track: 1577 mm
Curb weight: 1569 – 1654 kg
Fuel capacity: 91 RON / 75 L
Luggage Capacity: 465 L
Related: Holden VZ Adventra
Holden VZ Crewman
Holden VZ Monaro
Holden VZ One Tonner
Holden VZ Ute
Holden WL Caprice
Holden WL Statesman

The Holden VZ Commodore was the thirteenth model generation of the Holden Commodore, a large car produced by Australian automobile manufacturer Holden.

The VZ Commodore was released in August 2004 debuted a new generation of 175 and 190 kilowatt 3.6 litre Alloytec V6 engines, versions of which also power the Alfa Romeo 159 and with a Turbo added, the 2006 Saab 9-3 Aero; these DOHC engines are new designs, and have carried on through to the VE Commodore series which was released in August 2006. A new 5L40E 5-speed automatic transmission sourced from GM was introduced on sports and luxury V6 variants.

The VZ is notable for being the only Commodore series of recent times to not officially introduce a Series II range, however a number of mechanical changes were made in January 2006: Holden introduced the new L76 6.0 L V8 to its range. The V8 has been slightly detuned, and both Displacement On Demand and variable valve timing have been removed. The base V6 also went from 175 kW to 172 kW and the 190 kW V6 went from 340 to 335 Nm at the same time, to meet new ADR 79/01 (Euro III) emissions standards effective 1st January 2006.

From August 2006 Holden discontinued the VZ Commodore sedan range in way for the new VE Commodore sedan. The same is to happen to the station wagon variant of the VZ Commodore sometime during 2007.

The advanced 3.6 L Alloytec engines are more powerful, responsive and fuel-efficient than the outgoing ECOTEC V6. Matched to all-new and upgraded transmissions they deliver noticeable increases in all-round driving refinement. To achieve 190 kW, the Alloytec V6 gains variable valve timing on both inlet and exhaust sides as well as a dual stage intake manifold, while the 175 kW version retains variable valve timing on the inlet side only. Selected models bring advanced active safety features that electronically assist the driver to maintain vehicle control in emergency situations.

The VZ Commodore was available in several model variations. These are the Executive, Acclaim, Berlina, Calais, SV6, SV8 and the SS. All the models in the VZ range were available in sedan form, but the Executive, Acclaim and Berlina models are also available as station wagons.

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[edit] Specification levels

[edit] Commodore Executive

The Commodore Executive was the baseline variant, and was priced from AU$33,160.

The Commodore Executive standard features included:[1]
The Commodore Executive optional features included:[2]
  • Air conditioning
  • Alloy wheels
  • Country pack suspension
  • FE2 sports suspension
  • Rear park assist (availiable on sedan only)
  • Satellite navigation (availiable on sedan only)
  • Side Impact Airbags (SIAB)

[edit] Commodore Acclaim

The Commodore Acclaim sat above the Commodore Executive in specificication level hierachy of the VZ Commodore range, and was priced from AUD$39,050.

The Commodore Acclaim standard features supersede and add to those of the Commodore Executive variant:[3]
  • Air conditioning
  • Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) (availiable on sedan only)
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP) which incorporated:
    • Traction control (availiable on sedan only)
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Rear park assist (availiable on sedan only)
  • Side Impact Airbags (SIAB)
  • Traction control (availiable on station wagon only)
  • 15x7 inch alloy wheels
The Commodore Acclaim optional features included:[4]
  • Alloy wheels
  • FE2 sports suspension
  • Satellite navigation

[edit] Commodore SV6

The SV6 is the cheapest sports variant. Pricing for the SV6 started from AUD$38,990.

The SV6 features include:

  • 3.6L 190kW Alloytec V6
  • 6-speed manual transmission (option of 5-speed automatic transmission)
  • Air conditioning
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Auto headlights
  • Brake assist (BA)
  • CD player
  • Cruise control
  • Driver's and passenger's airbags
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • FE2 sports suspension
  • Front fog lamps
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Independent rear suspension (IRS)
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Power antenna
  • Security system
  • Sports body kit
  • Traction control system (TCS)
  • Trip computer
  • 17 inch alloy wheels

[edit] Commodore SV8

The SV8 sits above the SV6 and below the SS. Pricing for the SV8 starts form AUD$41,990.

SV8 features include:

  • 5.7L 250kW LS1 V8 (until 31/12/05, then 6.0L 260kW L76 V8 from 1/1/06)
  • 6-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
  • Air conditioning
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Auto headlights
  • Brake assist (BA)
  • CD player
  • Cruise control
  • Driver's and passenger's airbags
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • FE2 sports suspension
  • Front power windows
  • Independent rear suspension (IRS)
  • Limited slip differential (LSD)
  • Power antenna
  • Security system
  • Traction control system (TCS)
  • Trip computer
  • 17 inch alloy wheels

[edit] Commodore SS

The SS is the top of the line sports model. Pricing for the SS starts form AUD$50,990.

SS features include:

  • 5.7L 250kW LS1 V8 (until 31/12/05, then 6.0L 260kW L76 V8 from 1/1/06)
  • 6-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
  • 6 disc in-dash CD player
  • Air conditioning
  • Alloy pedals
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Auto headlights
  • Brake assist (BA)
  • Colour coded instrument cluster
  • Cruise control
  • Driver's and passenger's airbags
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • FE2 sports suspension
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Front fog lamps
  • Independent rear suspension (IRS)
  • Limited slip differential (LSD)
  • Power antenna
  • Security system
  • Side impact airbags (SIAB)
  • Sports leather steering wheel
  • Traction control system (TCS)
  • Trip computer
  • 18 inch alloy wheels

[edit] Berlina

The Berlina is the semi-luxury version of the VZ range; it sits above the Acclaim and below the Calais in the VZ range. Pricing for the Berlina starts form AUD$42,900.

The Berlina features include:

  • 3.6L 175kW Alloytec V6 (172kW in 2006, option of 5.7L 235kW LS1 V8 until 31/12/05, then 260kW 6.0L L76 V8 from 1/1/06)
  • 4-speed automatic transmission
  • 6 disc in-dash CD player
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Auto headlights
  • Brake assist (BA)
  • Climate control air conditioning
  • Cruise control
  • Driver's and passenger's airbags
  • Electronic brake assist (EBA)
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • Electronic stability program (ESP)
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Independent rear suspension (IRS)
  • Leather steering wheel
  • Limited slip differential (LSD)
  • Power antenna
  • Security system
  • Side impact airbags (SIAB)
  • Rear park assist
  • Traction control system (TCS)
  • Trip computer
  • 16x7 inch alloy wheels

[edit] Calais

The Calais is the top of the line luxury model in the VZ range; it sits above the Berlina and combines luxury with performance. Pricing for the Calais starts form AUD$52,660.

The Calais features include:

  • 3.6L 190kW Alloytec V6 (option of 5.7L 235kW LS1 V8 until 31/12/05, then 260kW 6.0L L76 V8 from 1/1/06)
  • 5-speed automatic transmission
  • 6 disc in-dash CD player
  • Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
  • Auto headlights
  • Brake assist (BA)
  • Cruise control
  • Driver's and passenger's airbags
  • Dual zone electronic climate control
  • Electronic brake assist (EBA)
  • Electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD)
  • Electronic stability program (ESP)
  • Front and rear power windows
  • Independent rear suspension (IRS)
  • Limited slip differential (LSD) (with V8)
  • Luxury / sports suspension
  • Power antenna
  • Security system
  • Side impact airbags (SIAB)
  • Sports leather steering wheel
  • Rear park assist
  • Traction control system (TCS)
  • Trip computer
  • 17x8 inch alloy wheels

[edit] Limited edition and other specification levels

[edit] Commodore 9C1

Holden VZ Commodore SS, fitted with the 9C1 Police Pack
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Holden VZ Commodore SS, fitted with the 9C1 Police Pack

The Commodore 9C1, or the Police Pack was a special pack for the VZ Commodore that was available to the Australian and New Zealand Police Forces. It was based on the Commodore Executive and added various specification upgrades to cater to the needs of the Police Force.

[edit] Commodore Lumina

[edit] Commodore Equipe

[edit] Commodore SVZ

[edit] Commodore SSZ

[edit] Colours available

The VZ Commodore was availiable in a wide range of colours. These were:

[edit] Notes

  1. ^ Holden VZ Commodore Executive standard features. Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive. Retrieved on December 8, 2006.
  2. ^ Holden VZ Commodore Executive optional features. Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive. Retrieved on December 8, 2006.
  3. ^ Holden VZ Commodore Acclaim standard features. Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive. Retrieved on December 8, 2006.
  4. ^ Holden VZ Commodore Acclaim optional features. Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive. Retrieved on December 8, 2006.

[edit] References

  1. The Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive - VZ Commodore / Calais
  2. The Unofficial Holden Commodore Archive - VZ Commodore / Calais Specifications
  3. Wheels magazine 2006 Collector's Edition VE Commodore: The Full Story
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