HOLDEN
Holden Commodore VT (1997–2006) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AT | 3.8 i V6 S | 4 | 233 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 3.8i V6 Executive | 4 | 207 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.0i V8 SS | 4 | 248 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | 5.7i V8 Automatic | 4 | 340 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
Holden Commodore VT overview
The Holden Commodore (VT) is the 3rd generation of the Commodore, built from 1997 to 2006. It is offered as a Sedan with 4 engines (petrol), from 200 HP to 306 HP. The 5.0i V8 SS (248 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 Commodore have?
The Holden Commodore (VT) has 200 HP to 306 HP, depending on the engine: 3.8 Ecotec (200 HP), 3.8 Ecotec (233 HP), 5.0 Smallblock (243 HP), 5.7 Gen3 (306 HP).
What engines are available for the Holden Commodore?
The Holden Commodore is available with 4 engines: 3.8 Ecotec (200 HP, petrol), 3.8 Ecotec (233 HP, petrol), 5.0 Smallblock (243 HP, petrol), 5.7 Gen3 (306 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the Holden Commodore?
The Holden Commodore is 4861 mm long, 1794 mm wide, 1448 mm tall, with a 2731 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Holden Commodore?
The Holden Commodore 5.0i V8 SS (248 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 Commodore |
|---|---|
| Year | 1990–1997 |
| Platform | Holden VN |
| Variant | 5.0i V8 SS (248 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 248 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4600 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3800 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 | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2731 mm |
| Front track | 1491 mm |
| Rear track | 1491 mm |
| Boot space | 443 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1400 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 | 5.6 kg/Hp, 177.1 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.5 kg/Nm, 285.7 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1990 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 1997 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.