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 5.0 i V8 SS (243 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.0 s, reaches a top speed of 240 km/h and is 4885 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 4885 mm long, 1840 mm wide, 1450 mm tall, with a 2790 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the Holden Commodore?
The Holden Commodore 5.0 i V8 SS (243 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.0 s and has a top speed of 240 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | Holden Commodore VT |
|---|---|
| Year | 1998–2000 |
| Platform | Holden VT |
| Variant | 5.0 i V8 SS (243 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 243 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 4800 rpm |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 3600 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 240 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 7.0 s |
| 0–62 mph | 7.0 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 | 4885 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2790 mm |
| Front track | 1570 mm |
| Rear track | 1585 mm |
| Boot space | 475 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1600 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 73.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front suspension | Coil Spring |
|---|---|
| Rear suspension | Coil Spring |
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Rear brakes | disc |
| Steering type | Steering Rack And Pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tire size | 225/60 R16 |
| Assisting systems | Abs Anti Lock Braking System |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 6.6 kg/Hp, 151.9 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 4 kg/Nm, 250 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1998 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2000 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.