HSV
HSV Clubsport VT (1997–2000) Specs
Specifications, engines, dimensions and technical data.
Body Style
Chassis
Engines
Quick Specs
Chassis & Body
Engine Lineup
| Trans | Engine | Gears | HP | Fuel | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MT | 5.0 V8 | 5 | 265 HP | Petrol | — |
| AT | 5.0 V8 Automatic | 4 | 265 HP | Petrol | — |
| MT | R8 5.7 V8 Automatic | 6 | 388 HP | Petrol | — |
Note: Performance figures may vary based on market and conditions.
HSV Clubsport VT overview
The HSV Clubsport (VT) is the 5th generation of the Clubsport, built from 1997 to 2000. It is offered as a Sedan with 3 engines (petrol), from 265 HP to 340 HP. The R8 5.7 V8 (340 Hp) accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 s, reaches a top speed of 262 km/h and is 4919 mm long.
How much horsepower does the HSV Clubsport have?
The HSV Clubsport (VT) has 265 HP to 340 HP, depending on the engine: 5.0 V8 (265 Hp) Automatic (265 HP), 5.0 V8 (265 HP), 5.7 Geniii (340 HP).
What engines are available for the HSV Clubsport?
The HSV Clubsport is available with 3 engines: 5.0 V8 (265 Hp) Automatic (265 HP, petrol), 5.0 V8 (265 HP, petrol), 5.7 Geniii (340 HP, petrol).
What are the dimensions of the HSV Clubsport?
The HSV Clubsport is 4919 mm long, 1842 mm wide, 1450 mm tall, with a 2788 mm wheelbase.
How fast is the HSV Clubsport?
The HSV Clubsport R8 5.7 V8 (340 Hp) goes from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.5 s and has a top speed of 262 km/h.
Advanced Specs
Overview
| Generation | HSV Clubsport VT |
|---|---|
| Year | 1999–2000 |
| Platform | Holden VT |
| Variant | R8 5.7 V8 (340 Hp) |
| Body type | sedan |
| Engine type | Fuel |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
Power & torque
| Power | 340 HP |
|---|---|
| Power @ max rpm | 5600 rpm |
| Torque | 473 Nm |
| Torque @ max rpm | 4000 rpm |
Performance
| Top speed | 262 km/h |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 5.5 s |
| 0–62 mph | 5.5 s |
Engine
| Engine code | LS1 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5665 cc |
| Cylinders | 8 |
| Configuration | V Engine |
| Bore | 99.0 mm |
| Stroke | 92.0 mm |
| Compression ratio | 10.1 |
| 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 | manual |
| Gears | 6 |
| Gearbox code | t56 |
| Gearbox manufacturer | tremec |
Dimensions
| Length | 4919 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1842 mm |
| Height | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2788 mm |
| Front track | 1558 mm |
| Rear track | 1574 mm |
| Boot space | 475 L |
Mass
| Kerb weight | 1678 kg |
|---|
Consumption & emissions
| Fuel tank | 75.0 L |
|---|
Chassis & brakes
| Front brakes | Ventilated Discs |
|---|---|
| Rear brakes | Ventilated Discs |
| Tire size | 235/40 ZR18 |
| Wheel rims | 8J x 18 ET48 |
Efficiency ratios
| Weight-to-power | 4.9 kg/Hp, 202.6 Hp/tonne |
|---|---|
| Weight-to-torque | 3.5 kg/Nm, 281.9 Nm/tonne |
Other
| Start Of Production | 1999 |
|---|---|
| End Of Production | 2000 |
Performance
! Figures from catalog data; real-world values may differ.