Ve Commodore

[Dingo]

And So here it is.

The entire VE range gets ESP (electronic stability program).

They're also using 4 speed auto (in base model commodores) 5 speed Autos and the ZF 6 Speed Auto.

Holden Commodore VE SS V

19-inch wheels (20-inch wheels are an option)

and a 270kW/530Nm 6.0-litre V8 engine.

Holden Commodore WM Caprice

Holden VE Calais V

[mad082]

they look like an oversized astra. i hate the brown interior!

[_8OO5TED_]

Definately the Euro driven Astra spec front end, I like it

[Dingo]

The orangy interior in the SSV isnt my cup of tea either but When buying the car you get to choose which colour scheme you want I think. So the good ol grey would do me just fine.

270kw for base SS though. Should be interesting to see what HSV's specs are going to be.

Oh and one more thing if you havnt noticed.

The handbrake is integrated into the centre console. See how it doesnt stick out, their is only the button, not too bad in my oppinion.

This is what I mean,

Edited July 16, 2006 by Dingo

[AdamsR33]

Looks good to me, abit meaner in the front than the currant model i think. Aussie cars might be abit behind in technology to the euro cars but i think we are getting there. I'd buy one (for the missus that is).

[SteveL]

Looks like a Ford......

With petrol heading toward $2/L, big cars/engines will be 'on the nose' with buyers. Commode sales are already well down this year, and fleet buyers/managers are very nervous.

A relation of mine has been closely involved with testing of the new VE and word is the V6 has been problematic from all aspects of development (power, fuel consimption).

[qikstagea]

yep looks like a BA crossed with a mitsubishi 380, especially the roofline and rear end. not a fan, all the big aussie cars are really starting to look the same.

[BazaR33]

Looks crap imo, i liked the earlier models. Kinda looks like an astra. I give holden 10points for trying!

[gts25t4door]

For the "fuel wise" people Holden will eventually be offering a Diesel engine for the VE commodore. I wonder what the specs will be like!

[Dingo]

In terms of fuel consumption, they're releasing an LPG based commodore.

More Pics

(Hant seen this feature since my old XF falcon.)

Flared Wheel Arches

sequential Shift

Edited July 16, 2006 by Dingo

[Dingo]

The New Line Up

Model lineup

The new Omega and V Series models feature in a revised Commodore lineup. Omega replaces Executive and Acclaim while the V Series adds new variants to the leading SS and Calais nameplates.

- Omega (new) – 3.6L V6, peak power 180kW, peak torque 330Nm, four-speed automatic

- Berlina – 3.6L V6, peak power 180kW, peak torque 330Nm, four-speed automatic; 6.0L V8, peak power 270kW, peak torque 530Nm, six-speed automatic

- SV6 – 3.6L V6, peak power 195kW, peak torque 340Nm, five-speed automatic or six-speed manual

- SS – 6.0L V8, peak power 270kW, peak torque 530Nm, six-speed automatic, six-speed manual

- SS V (new) - 6.0L V8, peak power 270kW, peak torque 530Nm, six-speed automatic, six-speed manual

- Calais – 3.6L V6, peak power 195kW, peak torque 340Nm, five-speed automatic; 6.0L V8, peak power 270kW, peak torque 530Nm, six-speed automatic

- Calais V (new) – 3.6L V6, peak power 195kW, peak torque 340Nm, five-speed automatic; 6.0L V8, peak power 270kW, peak torque 530Nm, six-speed automatic

Engines

- Two variants of the advanced all-aluminium 3.6L Alloytec V6 engine will be offered

- The high output Alloytec will deliver peak power of 195kW @ 6500rpm and peak torque of 340Nm @ 2600rpm, up 5kW and 5Nm

- The Alloytec V6 will deliver peak power of 180kW @ 6000rpm and peak torque of 330Nm @ 2600rpm, up 8kW and 10Nm

- Increased output from the new 6.0L Generation 4 V8 engine to peak power of 270kW @ 5700rpm and peak torque of 530Nm @ 4400rpm, up 10kW and 20Nm. This makes the new engine the most powerful standard Holden ever produced

-Plans for a 3.6L dual fuel LPG Alloytec V6 engine later in the year.

Transmissions

Five transmissions will be offered, comprising three automatic and two manual transmissions. An all-new six-speed automatic transmission will be offered for V8 variants, shared with General Motors’ flagship Cadillac cars and the Chevrolet Corvette.

- GM 6L80E six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select (introduced in the Cadillac STS-V in the United States ) makes its Australian debut as an option in all V8 variants

- Tremec T56 six-speed manual in SS and SS V

- GM 5L40E five-speed automatic with Active Select in Calais V6

- Aisin AY6 six-speed manual in SV6

- GM 4L60E four-speed automatic in Omega and Berlina

Safety

- Electronic Stability Program (ESP®) standard on all models

- Driver, front passenger and side impact airbags available on all models

- Occupant protection system designed for real world driving environment

- Curtain airbags available on all models - standard on SS V, Calais and Calais V; optional on Omega, Berlina, SV6 and SS

- Ultra-stiff body structure, multiple load path strategy, structurally optimised front and rear deformation zones

- Greatly expanded use of super-strength and high-strength steels in the body

Technology

- All-new heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems

- Zone-based front and rear park assist systems available on selected models

- Multi-function display reporting system

- Bluetooth standard on all models except optional on Omega

- Roof-mounted DVD systems available on all models

- Auxiliary plug in audio systems to accommodate MP3 devices

- Integrated navigation and telematics systems available later in 2006

[Munna1]

looks good hate the colour of the ss though especially the interior

[Wink]

looks good hate the colour of the ss though especially the interior

Lucky for the sake of eyes in general the colour-coded interior is optional

[predator]

how much do they weigh?

[gts4diehard]

Mazda 6 all over it I say. Pity the aussie cars have taken so long to start looking good. Pity about fuel prices these days, whole world seems to be stepping off the deep end again!

I wish Nissan would step into the market with their v35 Skyline instead of the old geezer Maxima. If you are going to compete in a market that will be squeezed by fuel prices you should atleast give it your best shot. Looking at the US sites the price of a G35 INfiniti/Skyline would be comparable with a Mitsi -Verada , around $28000 US, less than $40,000 Au.

3.5 L AWD 6spd manuals are going for $32000US, around $43000 AU.

one day NIssan will grow some sense.

[Omurru]

Definatley not a fan looks like a BA Falcon mixed with a Astra :s

I'm waiting to see the new GTR's and Camaro's, I don't see the point in performance family cars.....eg. HSV's....

[Wheezy]

HRMMM 270fwkw....wonder how many ponies that is in a manual or auto at the treads in one of these things...

[R33TOM]

i think its the best looking commodore yet, the style and design is very euro, interior looks very comfy,

[abcent]

I went to the release of these today at the Melbourne Convention Centre...I must say that all the spy photo's i'd seen around the place, I didnt think they were going to be a very good thing. The photo's certainly dont do them justice! I was impressed. I'm glad holden have finally put a bit of thought an technology into their cars.

Yes everyone can see influences in the car from BA falcons, Mitsubishi 380, Mazda 6 and the Opel Astra, but i'd definatly has its own look, especially with the pumped front an rear guards....these cars could fit 24inch rims in there with ease!!

I give em thumbs up!! wait till you see one in person an see what I mean

Cheers

[Dingo]

Also note the rear seats. the middle seat is pushed forward abit giving the two other rear seats bolsters. (kinda like the back seats in a coupe)

Edited July 16, 2006 by Dingo