HOLDEN
Holden Calais VP Facelift (1990–1998) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 3.8 i V6 | 5 | 175 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.0 i V8 | 4 | 224 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Holden Calais VP Facelift overview
The Holden Calais (VP Facelift) is the 2nd generation of the Calais, built from 1990 to 1998. It is offered as a Sedan with 2 engines (petrol), from 175 HP to 224 HP. The 5.0 i V8 (224 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0 s, reaches a top speed of 200 km/h and is 4861 mm long.
How much horsepower does the Holden Calais have?
The Holden Calais (VP Facelift) has 175 HP to 224 HP, depending on the engine: 3.8 Ecotec (175 HP), 5.0 Smallblock (224 HP).
What engines are available for the Holden Calais?
The Holden Calais is available with 2 engines: 3.8 Ecotec (175 HP, petrol), 5.0 Smallblock (224 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Holden Calais?
The Holden Calais is 4861 mm long, 1794 mm wide, 1443 mm tall, with a 2736 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Holden Calais?
The Holden Calais 5.0 i V8 (224 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 8.0 s and has a top speed of 200 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Holden Calais VP facelift |
|---|---|
| Year | 1990–1998 |
| Platform | Holden VN |
| Variant | 5.0 i V8 (224 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 224 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4400 rpm |
| Torque | 385 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 200 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 8.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 8.0 s |
Engine
| Engine code | 5000I |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 4981 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 101.6 mm |
| Stroke | 76.8 mm |
| Compression ratio | 8.4 |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Injection system | Multi Port Manifold Injection |
| Aspiration | Naturally Aspirated Engine |
| Engine layout | Front Longitudinal |
Drivetrain & transmission
| Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
|---|---|
| Powertrain architecture | Internal Combustion Engine |
| Drivetrain architecture | The Internal Combustion Engine Ice Drives The Rear Wheels Of The Vehicle |
| Gearbox type | Torque Converter |
| Gears | 4 |
| Gearbox code | 4l60e |
| Gearbox manufacturer | gm |
Dimensions
| Length | 4861 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1794 mm |
| Height | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2736 mm |
| Front track | 1491 mm |
| Rear track | 1491 mm |
| Boot space | 443 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1540 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel combined | 13.1 L/100km |
|---|---|
| Fuel tank | 80.0 L |
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 205/65 R15 H |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6.9 kg/Hp, 145.5 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4 kg/Nm, 250 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1990 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1998 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.