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|Production = 2007 - | |Production = 2007 - 2010 | ||
|Class = Large<br>Commercial | |Class = Large<br>Commercial | ||
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===Second generation ( | ===Second generation (2008–2010)=== | ||
The second generation VE Commodore (known as VE II) featured SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) direct injection technology in their new engines. The Commodore gets a 3 litre engine for Omega and Berlina models capable of producing 195 kilowatts of power and 290 newton metres of torque. Calais, Clalis V and SV6 models get a bigger 3.6 litre engine producing 210 kilowatts of power and 350 newton metres of torque and all of the engines are linked with the 6 speed Automatic. The rest of the V8 models retain the same engine. | The second generation VE Commodore (known as VE II) featured SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) direct injection technology in their new engines. The Commodore gets a 3 litre engine for Omega and Berlina models capable of producing 195 kilowatts of power and 290 newton metres of torque. Calais, Clalis V and SV6 models get a bigger 3.6 litre engine producing 210 kilowatts of power and 350 newton metres of torque and all of the engines are linked with the 6 speed Automatic. The rest of the V8 models retain the same engine. | ||
Holden claimed the Omega's fuel economy of 9.3L/100 km and also claimed that it can go from Melbourne to Sydney on a single tankfull (distance is 880 kilometres). However, motoring journalists found out that there is a huge variation of fuel economy with the Commodore. Also in the Bathourst 100 km Fuel Test, the Commodore averaged 11L/100 km (900 ml more than the Falcon). | |||
Worse still, sales of the updated Commodore were no better despite Holden's aggressive SIDI ad campaign and that forced production to halve and the replacement of the VE starting from the second half of 2010. | |||
===First Generation/Origins (2006–2008)=== | ===First Generation/Origins (2006–2008)=== | ||
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| Holden VE Commodore | |
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| Holden | |
| aka | Pontiac G8 Chevrolet Lumina Vauxhall VXR8 Sportwagon |
| Production | 2007 - 2010 |
| Class | Large Commercial |
| Body Style | 4 dr Sedan 5 dr Wagon (Sportwagon) Utility |
| Length | 4894 mm (Sedan) 4900 mm (Wagon) 5055 mm (Ute) |
| Width | 1899 mm |
| Height | 1476 mm (Sedan and Wagon) 1497 mm (Ute) |
| Wheelbase | 2915 mm (Sedan and Wagon) 3009 mm (Ute) |
| Weight | Sedan
1690 kg (Omega) Ute 1697-1745 kg (Omega) Sportwagon 1785 kg (Omega) |
| Transmission | 4 speed Automatic 5 speed Manual 5 speed Automatic 6 speed Manual 6 speed Automatic, RWD |
| Engine | 3.6L Alloytec V6 6.0L Gen VI V8 6.2L LS3 V8 |
| Power | N/A hp @ N/A rpm N/A lb-ft of torque @ N/A rpm |
| Similar | Ford Falcon/G6-series/Ute Dodge Charger/Magnum Toyota Aurion Pontiac GTO and G8 |
| Designer | Designer (lead designer if it was a team effort) |
The Holden VE Commodore is the 14th series Commodore launched by Holden. The VE is the most technically advanced and refined series so far, starting on a new platform along with the newly refreshed model lineup, better safety and the newly european designed aesthetics. Unlike all other Commodore variants, which are based on Opel platforms, the VE platform was designed in Australia for their own conditions using a more sophisticated independent suspension system and as the result, it had offered a smoother ride and better ride and handling with the 50:50 weight distribution. It won numerous awards but had stirred a small controversy over questionable reliability and build quality.
See Wikicars' comprehensive Holden VE Commodore Review.
Recent Changes
In 2009, Holden released a limited edition Commodore International. Available in petrol or dual fuel and sedan and wagon choices, the International adds 18 inch alloy wheels, bluetooth connectivity and leather appointed seats and steering wheel along with the stainless steel exhaust pipe. Prices vary across model to model. The petrol sedan will cost you $33,990, the dual fuel version costs $36,390 and the petrol only wagon costs $35,990.
In 2008, Holden has reduced the Commodore's power output to 175 kW (235 bhp) in all V6 models
In 2008, Holden released the new wagon variant called the Sportwagon. Based on the sedan platform, the Sportwagon is 136 mm shorter so some cargo space has been cut but it still offers station wagon practicalities and unlike most conventional station wagons, it offers better ride and handling than any of them.
In late 2009, all V6 Holden Commodore's had Spark Ignition Direct Injection which increases power and has better fuel economy.
Styles and Major Options
Omega
- 16 inch Alloy wheels
- Air conditioning
- Anti-lock brakes
- Dual front airbags
- Front side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Alarm
- Audio - Aux input socket (MP3, CD, Cassette)
- Brake assist
- CD player
- Electronic Stability Control
- Traction control
- Cruise control
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Trip computer
- Bluetooth system (Optional)
- 6 disc CD stacker (Optional)
- DVD Player (Optional)
- Limited Slip Differential (Optional)
- Metallic paint (Optional)
- Rear park assist (Optional, not avaiable in Dual Fuel model)
- Full-size spare wheel (Optional)
- Electric sunroof (Optional)
- Country suspension (Optional, not available in Dual Fuel model)
- Sports suspnesion with Limited Slip Differential (Optional)
- Holden Assist Ultra Telematics Monitoring Service (Optional, added in 2007)
- Tyre sealant and air compressor kit (Optional)
Berlina
- 6 inch Multifunctonal display
- 17 inch Alloy wheels
- Fog lamps
- Dual zone Climate Control Air Conditioning
- Automatic Headlamp Mode
- Leather Appointed Seats
- Leather Wrapped Sttering Wheel
- Rear park assist
- Bluetooth system (Optional)
- 6 disc CD stacker (Optional)
- DVD Player (Optional)
- Limited Slip Differential (Optional)
- Metallic paint (Optional)
- Full-size spare wheel (Optional)
- Electric sunroof (Optional)
- Sports suspnesion with Limited Slip Differential (Optional)
- Holden Assist Ultra Telematics Monitoring Service (Optional, added in 2007)
- Tyre sealant and air compressor kit (Optional)
SV6
- 18 inch Alloy wheels
- Air Conditioning with Pollen Filter
- Bluetooth system
- Cruise control
- Full bodykit (front & rear spoiler, side skirts, rear apron)
- Brake assist
- CD Player
- Corner Braking Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Power steering
- Power windows (front and rear)
- Traction control
- 6 disc CD changer (Optional)
- DVD Player
- Holden Assist Ultra Telematics Monitoring Service (Optional)
- Limited Slip Differential (Optional)
- Metallic Paint (Optional)
- Full-size spare wheel (Optional)
- Rear park assist (Optional)
- Electric sunroof (Optional)
SS
- 18 inch Alloy wheels
- Air Conditioning with Pollen Filter
- Dual front airbags
- Front side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Alarm
- Audio - Aux input socket (MP3, CD, Cassette)
- Brake assist
- Bluetooth system
- Full body kit (front & rear spoiler, side skirt, rear apron)
- 6 disc CD changer
- CD player
- Cornering Braking Control
- Electronic Stability Control
- Traction control
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Limited Slip Differential
- Power steering
- Power windows (front and rear)
- DVD Player (Optional)
- Holden Assist Ultra Telematics Monitoring Unit (Optional)
- Metallic paint (Optional)
- Rear park assist (Optional)
- Full-size spare wheel (Optional)
- Electric sunroof (Optional)
SSV
- 19 inch Alloy wheels
- Anti-lock brakes
- Dual Zone Climate Control Air Conditioning with Pollen Filter
- Dual front airbags
- Front side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Audio - Aux input socket (MP3, CD, Cassette)
- Alarm
- Bluetooth system
- Brake assist
- Full bodykit (front & rear spoiler, side skirts, rear apron)
- 6 disc CD changer
- CD Player
- Brake assist
- Electronic Stability Control
- Corner Braking Control
- Rear park distance control
- Electronic brakeforce distribution
- Limited Slip Differential
- Power steering
- Power windows (front and rear)
- DVD Player (Optional)
- GPS (Optional)
- Holden Assist Ultra Telematics Monitoring Service (Optional)
- Metallic paint (Optional)
- Rear parking sensors (Optional)
- Full-size spare wheel (Optional)
- Electric sunroof (Optional)
Calais
- 6 inch Multifunctional Display
- 17 inch Alloy Wheels
- Anti-lock Brakes
- Automatic Headlamp
- Audio - Aux Input Socket (MP3, CD, Cassette)
- Bluetooth System
- CD Player
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Electronic Stability Control
- Front Foglamps
- Leather wrap gear selector
- Leather wrap multi-functional steering wheel
- Leather appointed seats
- Projector Headlamps
- Rear park assist
- Traction Control
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Full-size Spare Wheel (Optional)
- Tyre Sealant and Air Compressor Kit (Optional)
Calais V
- 6 inch Multifunctional Display
- 18 inch Alloy Wheels
- Anti-lock Brakes
- Automatic Headlamp
- Audio - Aux Input Socket (MP3, CD, Cassette)
- Bluetooth System
- CD Player
- Chrome Finish Mouldings
- Decklid Lip Spoiler
- Driver's Seat Position Memory
- DVD Player
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Electronic Stability Control
- Front and Rear Park Assist
- Front Foglamps
- Leather wrap gear selector
- Leather wrap multi-functional steering wheel
- Leather appointed seats
- Projector Headlamps
- Traction Control
- Steering wheel mounted audio controls
- Full-size Spare Wheel (Optional)
- Tyre Sealant and Air Compressor Kit (Optional)
Pricing
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Gas Mileage
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Engine and Transmission
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Manual transmission
Alsin AY6 (6 speed)
Automatic transmissions
GM 4L60-E (4 speed)
GM 5L40-E (5 speed)
GM 6L80-E (6 speed)
Performance
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Reliability
FIRST RECALL
V6 VE Commodores and WM Statesmans have a risk that one of the fuel lines in the engine compartment may have a rub condition with a fuel vapour hose clip. [1]
SECOND RECALL
Holden recalled nearly 13,000 Commodores and Statesmans with a fault of the rear seatbelt buckles.[2]
THIRD RECALL
More than 86,000 Commodores and Statemans have a fuel tank design fault which could cause a fire. [3]
With those problems recalled and fixed, there were no serious problems reported.
So far, reliability of the VE Commodore had been doubtful. The car had 3 recalls in its first year of production and many problems to look out for are the 4L60-E Automatic that can last up to 175,000 kilometres unless it's well cared of and lower dashboard panels that could fall out. Elsewhere, it remained fine.
According to Car Survey.org, the reliability rating is 7 out of 10.
Safety
At first, the VE Commodore scored only 4 stars (27.45 out of 37) in 2006. The car came with dual airbags and stability control as standard whereas side and curtain airbags were a $2000 option and because the car tested wasn't equipped with side airbags, the default score was only 4 stars.
ANCAP result for 2006 Holden Commodore VE Omega
In 2008, side thorax and curtain airbags were made standard and enabled the Commodore to earn a maximum of 5 stars (33.45 points out of 37). It now joins its rival, the Ford Falcon as the two locally built cars to earn 5 stars by ANCAP.
ANCAP result for 2008 Holden Commodore VE Omega
Standard safety features
- Dual front airbags
- Front side airbags
- Side curtain airbags
- Anti-lock Brakes
- Electronic Brakeforce Distribution
- Electronic Stability Control
- Traction Control
Photos
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Colors
- Heron White
- Red Hot
Metallics
- Phantom
- Provence (Light Blue)
- Sandstorm
- Red Passion
- Nitrate (Silver)
- Karma (Blue-green)
- Evoke (Grey)
- Atomic (Bright Green)
- Voodoo (Bright Blue)
- Ignition (Orange)
Main Competitors
Hybrid Models
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Unique Attributes
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Interior
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Resale Values
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Criticisms
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Generations
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Second generation (2008–2010)
The second generation VE Commodore (known as VE II) featured SIDI (Spark Ignition Direct Injection) direct injection technology in their new engines. The Commodore gets a 3 litre engine for Omega and Berlina models capable of producing 195 kilowatts of power and 290 newton metres of torque. Calais, Clalis V and SV6 models get a bigger 3.6 litre engine producing 210 kilowatts of power and 350 newton metres of torque and all of the engines are linked with the 6 speed Automatic. The rest of the V8 models retain the same engine.
Holden claimed the Omega's fuel economy of 9.3L/100 km and also claimed that it can go from Melbourne to Sydney on a single tankfull (distance is 880 kilometres). However, motoring journalists found out that there is a huge variation of fuel economy with the Commodore. Also in the Bathourst 100 km Fuel Test, the Commodore averaged 11L/100 km (900 ml more than the Falcon).
Worse still, sales of the updated Commodore were no better despite Holden's aggressive SIDI ad campaign and that forced production to halve and the replacement of the VE starting from the second half of 2010.
First Generation/Origins (2006–2008)
2008 saw a minor make over for the VE Commodore. All V6 models have power reduced to 175 kW (235 bhp) to benefit better fuel economy. The base-model Omega gets side and curtain airbags standard to get a 5 star ANCAP safety rating and 16 inch alloy wheels fitted.
Sportwagon
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In 2008, Holden just released a new re-designed wagon for the Commodore known as a Sportwagon. Based on the sedan platform, the Sportwagon features a stylish and sporty appearance, much like the designs of sportswagons on sale in Europe and Holden wants to attract buyers with this subject matter. Apart from some compromises such as a reduced cargo area and thich D pillars, the Sportwagon was considered a rewarding drives compared with other normal station wagons as it offered better ride and handling. Likewise, the cargo area of the Sportwagon carries 895 litres of luggage and with the back seats folded down, the cargo area's increased to 2000 litres.
That doesn't mean though that the Sportwagon isn't short on boot space. It does feature some clever concepts such as the hinges that were further forward. This is nifty for putting tall luggage in without the hassle of budging against the roof and it's very good for limited space behind the car. It features numerous tie-down hooks, a power socket and an ingenius dual-level cargo blind.
The Sportwagon had won the 2009 Australian International Design Award and had eclipsed Toyota Corolla sales since its launch.
See Wikicars' comprehensive: Holden Sportwagon Review.
Worldwide
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Design quirks and oddities
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Awards
- 2006 CarsGUIDE Car Of The Year
- 2006 Motor Bang For Your Buck
- 2006 Wheels Car Of The Year
- 2007 Motor Bang For Your Buck
- 2009 Australian International Design Award (Sportwagon)
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