Make: Holden
Model: VFII Commodore
Sep / 2015Release date:
Current model
GM Holden released the facelifted VF Series II Commodore in September 2015, with the same V8 engine found under the bonnet of more fancied machinery from HSV. The 6.2-litre LS3 V8 in the SS, SS-V and SS-V Redline made 304kW and 570Nm of torque, up... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VF Commodore
May / 2013Release date:
Aug / 2015End date:
REPLACING both the Omega and Berlina, the Evoke aims to bring a bit of up-market pizzazz at a base Commodore price. Brandishing a unique grille treatment to differentiate it from the other VF front fascias, the 1622kg Evoke sedan (Sportwagon: 1717... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Series II Commodore
Sep / 2010Release date:
Apr / 2013End date:
THE VE Series II Commodore range was headlined by the standard fitment of E85 ethanol-compatible 3.0-litre V6 and 6.0-litre V8 engines (the 3.6-litre also lived on but without ethanol compatibility) and a high-tech new ‘Holden-iQ’ touch-screen infota... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Series II Sportwagon
Sep / 2010Release date:
Apr / 2013End date:
In September 2010 the VE Series II Sportwagon was launched, headlined by the standard fitment of E85 ethanol-compatible 3.0-litre V6 and 6.0-litre V8 engines (the 3.6-litre also lived on but without ethanol compatibility) and a high-tech new ‘Holden-... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Sportwagon
Jul / 2008Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
The VE Sportwagon replaced the VZ Commodore wagon, but it was a very different kind of car. That model was a plain Jane fleet special with a big load area in the back. Holden positioned its new wagon as a sexy and sporty model than blended practic... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore Omega
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
The Executive is dead, long live the Omega. As the bread-and-butter fleet sedan the Omega is the Commodore entry point with 16-inch steel wheels, black low-gloss door handles and little else in the way of exterior adornment. Inside there are... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore Berlina
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
As the mid-range offering, the Berlina builds on the Omega with chrome twin-blade grille, chrome-surround foglights, rear parking sensors, 17-inch seven-spoke alloys and bright exterior mouldings. The Berlina essentially takes over where the Accla... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore SV6
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
The SV6 is the sporty Commodore that provides a mid-way step from the Berlina to the V8-only SS. Boasting Holden’s High Output Alloytec V6, the 3.6-litre engine develops 195kW @ 6500rpm and 340Nm @ 2600rpm and is mated to a standard six-speed manu... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore SS
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
Holden describes the SS as the “king of the Australian sports sedans”. Others would dispute that but there is no denying the SS delivers with its good looks and agile handling. The SS takes over from the old SV8 in the VZ line up, which was a popu... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore SS V
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
Holden introduced the “V” designation to add another level of equipment to the SS range. It essentially means you get a little more “bling” for your buck but it’s a $5000 premium over the manual SS. The “V” has all the features of the SS but ad... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore Calais
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
The Calais remains the premium luxury offering in the Commodore range for those who do not need, or want, the extra wheelbase offered in the Statesman range. Holden has kept the car’s sports suspension, a carry over from the previous model, whi... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VE Commodore Calais V
Sep / 2006Release date:
Aug / 2010End date:
If the Calais stands for “good” then the Calais V stands for “very good”. If the “base” Calais is not enough for you, the “V” adds front and rear parking sonar, rain sensing wipers, external mirror puddle lamps, 18-inch alloys, leather trim, singl... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VZ Commodore Executive
Aug / 2004Release date:
Sep / 2007End date:
The big news lay underneath, with an all-new drivetrain featuring the Melbourne-made Alloytech HFV6 3.6-litre DOHC 24V V6 pumping out 175kW/320Nm. The four-speed auto was significantly revised to cope. The rest of the facelift was slight, ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VZ Commodore Calais
Aug / 2004Release date:
Sep / 2007End date:
The big news lay underneath, with an all-new drivetrain featuring the Melbourne-made Alloytech HFV6 3.6-litre DOHC 24V V6 pumping out 190kW/340Nm. A new Tiptronic-style five-speed automatic is also part of this package. The rest of the fac... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VZ Commodore SS
Aug / 2004Release date:
Sep / 2007End date:
Since the VZ V8 models don’t score the new Alloytech HFV6 engines, their changes are more cosmetic. However the venerable GEN III 5.7-litre engine’s outputs were raised to 250kW/470Nm. As before a four-speed auto or six-speed manual gearbox was... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VZ Commodore Acclaim
Aug / 2004Release date:
Sep / 2007End date:
The big news lay underneath, with an all-new drivetrain featuring the Melbourne-made Alloytech HFV6 3.6-litre DOHC 24V V6 pumping out 175kW/320Nm. The four-speed auto was significantly revised to cope. The rest of the facelift was slight, ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VZ Commodore Berlina
Aug / 2004Release date:
Sep / 2007End date:
The big news lay underneath, with an all-new drivetrain featuring the Melbourne-made Alloytech HFV6 3.6-litre DOHC 24V V6 pumping out 175kW/320Nm. The four-speed auto was significantly revised to cope. The rest of the facelift was slight, and ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY II Commodore Acclaim
Aug / 2003Release date:
Jul / 2004End date:
As for VY, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. Matching the resurging BA Falcon, power front windows, adjustable front lumbar, overhead sunglasses holder, audible/visual driver’s seatbelt warning and rear reading l... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY II Commodore SS
Aug / 2003Release date:
Jul / 2004End date:
As for VY, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. Matching the resurging BA Falcon, power front windows, adjustable front lumbar, overhead sunglasses holder, audible/visual driver’s seatbelt warning and rear reading li... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY II Commodore Berlina
Aug / 2003Release date:
Jul / 2004End date:
As for VY, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. Matching the resurging BA Falcon, power front windows, adjustable front lumbar, overhead sunglasses holder, audible/visual driver’s seatbelt warning and rear reading l... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY II Commodore Executive
Aug / 2003Release date:
Jul / 2004End date:
As for VY, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. Matching the resurging BA Falcon, power front windows, adjustable front lumbar, overhead sunglasses holder, audible/visual driver’s seatbelt warning and rear reading l... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY II Commodore Calais
Aug / 2003Release date:
Jul / 2004End date:
As for VY, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. Matching the resurging BA Falcon, power front windows, adjustable front lumbar, overhead sunglasses holder, audible/visual driver’s seatbelt warning and rear reading l... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY Commodore SS
Oct / 2002Release date:
Jul / 2003End date:
For its midlife update Commodore has adopted more angular front and rear styling (with triangular taillights) married to the more rounded middle section of the car that is carried over. The GEN II V8 now produces 235kW/465Nm in four-speed auto... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY Commodore Acclaim
Oct / 2002Release date:
Jul / 2003End date:
For its midlife update Commodore has adopted more angular front and rear styling (with triangular taillights) married to the more rounded middle section of the car that is carried over. 152kW/305Nm 3.8 OHV V6 continues in four-speed auto guise... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY Commodore Executive
Oct / 2002Release date:
Jul / 2003End date:
For its midlife update Commodore has adopted more angular front and rear styling (with triangular taillights) married to the more rounded middle section of the car that is carried over. 152kW/305Nm 3.8 OHV V6 continues in five-speed manual or ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY Commodore Berlina
Oct / 2002Release date:
Jul / 2003End date:
For its midlife update Commodore has adopted more angular front and rear styling (with triangular taillights) married to the more rounded middle section of the car that is carried over. 152kW/305Nm 3.8 OHV V6 continues in four-speed auto guise... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VY Commodore Calais
Oct / 2002Release date:
Jul / 2003End date:
For its midlife update Commodore has adopted more angular front and rear styling (with triangular taillights) married to the more rounded middle section of the car that is carried over. 152kW/305Nm 3.8 OHV V6 continues in four-speed auto guise... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX II Commodore Executive
Aug / 2001Release date:
Sep / 2002End date:
As for VX, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. New colours and steering column stalk appear. Recalibrated steering and suspension improve handling and comfort slightly. New standard features: alarm.: Engine o... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX II Commodore Calais
Aug / 2001Release date:
Sep / 2002End date:
As for VX, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. New colours and steering column stalk appeared. Recalibrated steering and suspension improved handling and comfort slightly. The 152kW V6 remained unchanged. Ne... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX II Commodore Acclaim
Aug / 2001Release date:
Sep / 2002End date:
As for VX, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. New colours and steering column stalk appear. Recalibrated steering and suspension improve handling and comfort slightly. 3.8L V6 and auto were mandatory. New stand... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX II Commodore Berlina
Aug / 2001Release date:
Sep / 2002End date:
As for VX, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. New colours and steering column stalk appeared. Recalibrated steering and suspension improved handling and comfort slightly. The 152kW/305Nm V6 remained unchanged,... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX II Commodore SS
Aug / 2001Release date:
Sep / 2002End date:
As for VX, but with minor grille and small trim alterations inside and out. New colours and steering column stalk appear. Recalibrated steering and suspension improve handling and comfort slightly. The 225kW 5.7-litre GEN III V8 with four-s... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX Commodore SS
Oct / 2000Release date:
Aug / 2001End date:
The first real VT facelift, it featured teardrop headlight shape and cleaner taillight treatment on low-end models. More expensive models boasted individual front and rear styling. Sales kept storming along. The big story is the upping of the... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX Commodore Acclaim
Oct / 2000Release date:
Aug / 2001End date:
The first real VT facelift, it featured teardrop headlight shape and cleaner taillight treatment on low-end models. More expensive models boasted individual front and rear styling. 3.8L V6 engine was uprated to 152kW. Sales kept storming along... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX Commodore Calais
Oct / 2000Release date:
Aug / 2001End date:
This was the first real VT facelift. Berlina and Calais models differed from the low-end teardrop headlight shape by sporting a full-width grille, rectangular headlights, different bumpers and larger taillight treatments. The 3.8-litre V... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX Commodore Berlina
Oct / 2000Release date:
Aug / 2001End date:
This was the first real VT facelift. The Berlina (and Calais) differed from the lower-end models’ teardrop headlight shape by sporting a full-width grille, rectangular headlights, different bumpers and longer taillight treatments. The 3.8-litre V... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VX Commodore Executive
Oct / 2000Release date:
Aug / 2001End date:
The first real VT facelift, it featured teardrop headlight shape and cleaner taillight treatment on low-end models. More expensive models boasted individual front and rear styling. 3.8-litre V6 engine was uprated to 152kW. Sales kept storming ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT II Commodore Berlina
Jun / 1999Release date:
Oct / 2000End date:
As for VT, but with small wheel and trim changes. Australian 5.0-litre V8 dies. New standard features: Side front airbags Engine options: 171kW Supercharged 3.8 V6 (auto only), all-new American 220kW 5.7 GEN III V8 with four-speed auto ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT II Commodore Executive
Jun / 1999Release date:
Oct / 2000End date:
As for VT, but with small wheel and trim changes. Australian 5.0-litre V8 finally dies in favour of the US-built "GEN III" V8. New features: none Engine options: All-new American 220kW 5.7-litre GEN III V8 with four-speed auto or six-speed... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT II Commodore SS
Jun / 1999Release date:
Oct / 2000End date:
As for VT, but with small wheel and trim changes. The big excitement is reserved for eight cylinder models, with the arrival of the all-new American-built 220kW 5.7-litre GEN III V8 with a four-speed auto or six-speed manual option. New feat... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT II Commodore Calais
Jun / 1999Release date:
Oct / 2000End date:
As for VT, but with small wheel and trim changes. Australian 5.0-litre V8 dies. New standard features: Side front airbags Engine options: 171kW Supercharged 3.8-litre V6 (auto only), all-new American 220kW 5.7-litre GEN III V8 with four-spee... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT II Commodore Acclaim
Jun / 1999Release date:
Oct / 2000End date:
As for VT, but with small wheel and trim changes. Australian 5.0L V8 dies. New standard features: Air-con, side front airbags, traction control ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT Commodore Berlina
Sep / 1997Release date:
Jun / 1999End date:
Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date. This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant in... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT Commodore Executive
Sep / 1997Release date:
Jun / 1999End date:
Again based on a corresponding GM German car (the 1994 Opel Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date. This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styl... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT Commodore SS
Sep / 1997Release date:
Jun / 1999End date:
Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date. This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant in... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT Commodore Calais
Sep / 1997Release date:
Jun / 1999End date:
Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date. This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant in... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VT Commodore Acclaim
Sep / 1997Release date:
Jun / 1999End date:
Again based on a corresponding Opel (the Omega), the third-generation VT model was the biggest, and most successful Commodore to date. This version easily outsold its Ford rival, as buyers responded to the neat European styling and pleasant in... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS II Commodore Berlina
Jun / 1996Release date:
Aug / 1997End date:
The VS II update saw slight trim modifications, rounded side indicator markers and improved equipment levels. The Berlina lost its five-speed manual gearbox too. New standard features: Upgraded audio. Engine options: 168kW 5.0 V8 introduced... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS II Commodore Calais
Jun / 1996Release date:
Aug / 1997End date:
The VS II update saw slight trim modifications, rounded side indicator marker and improved equipment levels. The five-speed manual gearbox was discontinued. New standard features: Upgraded audio. Engine options: 165kW Supercharged 3.8-litre... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS II Commodore SS
Jun / 1996Release date:
Aug / 1997End date:
To see off a resurgent Falcon, the VS II update saw slight trim modifications, rounded side indicator marker and improved equipment levels. Meanwhile the Aussie-built 5.0-litre V8 engine upgraded to 168kW. The VS was the last of the secon... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS II Commodore Acclaim
Jun / 1996Release date:
Aug / 1997End date:
The VS II update saw slight trim modifications, rounded side indicator markers and improved equipment levels. ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS II Commodore Executive
Jun / 1996Release date:
Aug / 1997End date:
VS II update saw slight trim modifications, rounded side indicator marker, improved equipment levels and almost permanent value-added specials (see below). New standard features: Upgraded audio Engine options: 168kW 5.0-litre V8 introduced.... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS Commodore Berlina
Apr / 1995Release date:
May / 1996End date:
Big changes occurred underneath, with the implementation of the almost all-new “ECOTEC” 147kW 3.8 V6 and a revised four-speed automatic. Both promised and delivered improved efficiency. There were minor wheel and cabin trim changes. A passenge... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS Commodore Calais
Apr / 1995Release date:
May / 1996End date:
Almost all-new “ECOTEC” 147kW 3.8-litre V6 and a revised four-speed auto were the headline makers, promising improved efficiency. Minor wheel and cabin trim changes. Passenger airbag became available. New standard features: Dual front airba... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS Commodore SS
Apr / 1995Release date:
May / 1996End date:
Minor wheel and cabin trim changes. Passenger airbag became available. New standard features: Air-con, rear spoiler, full cloth seats, upgraded audio, sports seats ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS Commodore Acclaim
Apr / 1995Release date:
May / 1996End date:
Almost all-new “ECOTEC” 147kW 3.8-litre V6 and a revised four-speed auto were the headline makers, promising improved efficiency. Minor wheel and cabin trim changes. Alarm goes off the standard features list. New standard features: Dual f... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VS Commodore Executive
Apr / 1995Release date:
May / 1996End date:
Almost all-new “ECOTEC” 147kW 3.8-litre V6 and a revised four-speed auto were the headline makers, promising improved efficiency. Minor wheel and cabin trim changes were also implemented. Passenger airbag became available. New standard fe... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR II Commodore Executive
Sep / 1994Release date:
Apr / 1995End date:
The changes were limited to minor trim and wheel pattern alterations. New standard features: speed-warning chime Engine options: 165kW 5.0 V8 Special editions: · Feb 95 – Equipe: Air-con, alloy wheels, cruise control, power windows, deca... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR II Commodore SS
Sep / 1994Release date:
Apr / 1995End date:
The changes were limited to minor trim and wheel pattern alterations. New standard features: speed-warning chime ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR II Commodore Calais
Sep / 1994Release date:
Apr / 1995End date:
The changes were limited to minor trim and wheel pattern alterations. New standard features: speed-warning chime Engine options: 165kW 5.0L V8 ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR II Commodore Berlina
Sep / 1994Release date:
Apr / 1995End date:
The Series II changes were limited to minor trim and wheel pattern alterations. New standard features: speed-warning chime Engine options: 165kW 5.0L V8 ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR II Commodore Acclaim
Sep / 1994Release date:
Apr / 1995End date:
The changes were limited to minor trim and wheel pattern alterations. New standard features: speed-warning chime ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR Commodore Acclaim
Jul / 1993Release date:
Aug / 1994End date:
The successful Acclaim aimed at private safety-orientated value-seeking buyers. The VR is the final VN facelift, with new front, side and rear styling, a wider track, substantial front suspension and steering modifications, redesigned cabin an... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR Commodore Berlina
Jul / 1993Release date:
Aug / 1994End date:
The final VN facelift, the VR boasted new front, side and rear styling, a wider track, substantial front suspension and steering modifications, a redesigned cabin and a revised 130kW 3.8 V6 engine. A driver’s airbag became an option. New s... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR Commodore Executive
Jul / 1993Release date:
Aug / 1994End date:
Final VN facelift, with new front, side and rear styling, a wider track, substantial front suspension and steering modifications, redesigned cabin and a revised 130kW 3.8-litre V6 engine. A driver’s airbag became an option. New standard ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR Commodore SS
Jul / 1993Release date:
Aug / 1994End date:
SS loses the 3.8L V6 engine in lieu of the 165kW 5.0L V8. A driver’s airbag became an option. New standard features: Anti-lock brakes, alarm, centre rear seatbelt sash ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VR Commodore Calais
Jul / 1993Release date:
Aug / 1994End date:
Final VN facelift, with new front, side and rear styling, a wider track, substantial front suspension and steering modifications, redesigned cabin and a revised 130kW 3.8-litre V6 engine. New standard features: A driver’s airbag, anti-lock bra... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP II Commodore Executive
Feb / 1993Release date:
Jul / 1993End date:
Near-invisible wheel and trim changes. “Series II” badges appear on the boot. New standard features: remote central locking, lumber support, map pockets Engine options: 165kW 5.0 V8 Special editions: · Feb 93 – Vacationer: Air-con, power... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP II Commodore Calais
Jan / 1993Release date:
Jul / 1993End date:
There were near-invisible wheel and trim changes. Engine options: 165kW 5.0-litre V8 Special editions: · Feb 93 – International: V8 engine, anti-lock brake, fog lights, body kit, suede/leather trim ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP II Commodore SS
Jan / 1993Release date:
Jul / 1993End date:
Near-invisible wheel and trim changes. New standard features: Remote central locking, improved audio Engine options: 165kW 5.0L V8 ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP II Commodore Berlina
Jan / 1993Release date:
Jul / 1993End date:
Hubcaps aside, this is a near-invisible trim change. Engine options: 165kW 5.0L V8 Special editions: · Feb 93 – LX: Alloy wheels, decals ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP Commodore Berlina
Oct / 1991Release date:
Dec / 1992End date:
A facelift of the 1988 VN, the VP differed with recalibrated steering and suspension, a clear plastic grille, revised taillight and some minor trim changes. Its 3.8-litre V6 was quieter while independent rear suspension became standard in the ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP Commodore SS
Oct / 1991Release date:
Dec / 1992End date:
VN facelift featured recalibrated steering and suspension, clear plastic grille, revised taillight and minor trim changes. A five-speed manual 3.8-litre V6, refined for the VP series, became the base SS drivetrain from October 1992, to counter... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP Commodore Executive
Oct / 1991Release date:
Feb / 1993End date:
A facelift of 1988 VN Commodore, it featured recalibrated steering and suspension, a clear plastic grille, revised taillights and minor trim changes. The 3.8-litre V6 was quieter while independent rear suspension became an option. New stan... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VP Commodore Calais
Sep / 1991Release date:
Dec / 1992End date:
Facelift of 1988 VN, with recalibrated steering and suspension, clear plastic grille, revised taillight and minor trim changes. 3.8-litre V6 was quieter while independent rear suspension (IRS) became standard. New standard features: Improv... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VN Commodore SS
Mar / 1989Release date:
Sep / 1991End date:
The second-generation V-car was a complete redesign inside and out. Touted as “Big New Commodore,” it finally brought size parity with high-flying Falcon, although the previous narrow track was retained. Its coarse, US-made 3.8-litre V6 eng... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VN Commodore Berlina
Aug / 1988Release date:
Sep / 1991End date:
The second-generation V-car was a complete redesign inside and out. Touted as “Big New Commodore V6,” it finally brought size parity with the hitherto high-flying Falcon, although the previous narrow track was retained in the VN. A new-to-... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VN Commodore Executive
Aug / 1988Release date:
Sep / 1991End date:
The second-generation V-car was a complete redesign inside and out. Touted as “Big New Commodore V6,” it finally brought size parity with high-flying Falcon, although the previous narrow track is retained. Executive replaced SL (except for fle... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VN Commodore Calais
Aug / 1988Release date:
Sep / 1991End date:
The second-generation V-car was a complete redesign inside and out. Touted as “Big New Commodore V6,” it finally brought size parity with high-flying Falcon, although the previous narrow track was retained. A coarse US-made six-cylinder en... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VL Commodore Calais
Mar / 1986Release date:
Aug / 1988End date:
The fourth and final VB facelift is an enduring favourite. A sleek new nose, kicked-up boot lid and heavily revised cabin were the main points. The Calais differed from its lesser siblings with its pop-up headlight covers. But the big ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VL Commodore SL and Executive
Mar / 1986Release date:
Aug / 1988End date:
The fourth and final VB facelift is an enduring favourite, and featured sleek new front-end styling, a distinctive kicked-up boot and heavily altered interior. But the big news was the new imported Nissan 114kW 3.0-litre OHC in-line six-cylind... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VL Commodore Berlina
Mar / 1986Release date:
Aug / 1988End date:
The fourth and final VB facelift is an enduring favourite, and featured sleek new front-end styling, a distinctive kicked-up boot and heavily altered interior. But the big news was the new imported Nissan 114kW 3.0-litre OHC in-line six-cylind... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VK Commodore SL and Executive
Mar / 1984Release date:
Feb / 1986End date:
The third facelift of the VB generation Commodore arrested the worrying sales slide, but not to the extent Holden had hoped for. The extra side window behind the rear doors attempted to add the impression of space, while new plastic bumpers,... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VK Commodore Berlina
Mar / 1984Release date:
Feb / 1986End date:
Short-lived SL/X replaced by Berlina. VK arrested VH sales slide. The extra side window behind the rear doors attempted to add impression of space, while the new plastic bumpers, grille, headlights, taillights, dash, seat trim and higher equip... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VK Commodore Calais
Mar / 1984Release date:
Feb / 1986End date:
The Calais name replaced SL/E as Holden's Commodore flagship in the VK series that arrested the previous VH model's worrying sales slide. The extra side window behind the rear doors attempted to add the impression of space, while the new pla... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VH Commodore SS
Mar / 1982Release date:
Feb / 1984End date:
After tentative applications on go-faster 1972 HQ Kingswood and ’76 LX Torana hatchback models, the SS name started its long career as the definitive factory Commodore V8 sports sedan with the VH. Base engine was the 100kW 4.2-litre V8. Red an... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VH Commodore SL/E
Oct / 1981Release date:
Feb / 1984End date:
This was the last of the SL/E models. Against the big XE Falcon facelift and cannibalising in-house Camira, the VH’s altered headlights, grille, taillights and trim weren’t enough to sustain market share. Base engine remained as the 83kW 3.... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VH Commodore SL
Oct / 1981Release date:
Feb / 1984End date:
The previous mid-range “SL” usurped the “L”. Against the big XE Falcon facelift and cannibalising in-house Camira, the VH’s altered headlights, grille, taillights and trim weren’t enough to sustain market share. The SL’s 73kW 2.85-litre “XT... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VH Commodore SL/X
Oct / 1981Release date:
Feb / 1984End date:
“SL/X” usurps mid-range “SL.” Against big XE Falcon facelift and cannibalising in-house Camira, the VH’s altered headlights, grille, taillights and trim weren’t enough to sustain market share. SL/X gains improved 73kW 2.85-litre “XT6” I6 e... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VC Commodore SL
Jun / 1980Release date:
Sep / 1981End date:
“L” became the entry-level model. More efficient “XT5” engines, an egg-crate grille, minor trim changes and revised suspension geometry summed up changes. Standard 3.3-litre 'six' was rated at 83kW. June 1980 saw the debut of the misguided... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VC Commodore L
Jun / 1980Release date:
Sep / 1981End date:
The “L” became the entry-level model. More efficient “XT5” engines, an egg-crate grille, minor trim changes and revised suspension geometry summed up the VC changes. The standard 2.8-litre 'six' was rated at 76kW. June 1980 saw the deb... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VC Commodore SL/E
Jun / 1980Release date:
Sep / 1981End date:
A more efficient “XT5” engine, an egg-crate grille, minor trim changes and revised suspension geometry summed up changes. “Shadow-tone” two-tone paint became a popular option. The 83kW 3.3-litre 'six' usurped the V8 as the standard SL/E engine... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VB Commodore
Nov / 1978Release date:
Jun / 1980End date:
“A New Kind Of Car For Australia” was right. The revolutionary German Opel-designed Kingswood replacement successfully wedded Euro styling, handling and space efficiency to proven Holden mechanicals (including a coil and live rear-end). Age... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VB Commodore SL
Nov / 1978Release date:
Jun / 1980End date:
“A New Kind Of Car For Australia” was right. Revolutionary German Opel-designed Kingswood replacement successfully wedded Euro styling, handling and space efficiency to proven Holden mechanicals, with the ageing engines the only real letdown. ... continued
Make: Holden
Model: VB Commodore SL/E
Nov / 1978Release date:
Jun / 1980End date: