Holden Commodore VX
Holden had put in extra effort to ensure a high standard of safety when it launched the Commodore VX in August 2000. Holden had collaborated with the Monash University Accident Research Centre on research related to collision prevention, as safety was now the most pressing need due to the increase in traffic on Australian roads. The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), which would later be a first for an Australian-produced family car, became standard on all models. The VX line boasted many different looks among its models: the Ex. and Acclaim continued to sport a larger version of the twin-port grille flanked by teardrop headlights, while the S and SS models were both given a lower stance and a bolder frontal design. The Berlina and Calais models were both styled with a full-width grille, rectangular headlights, slightly extended bumpers, and a rear-end treatment that differed from previous models. The production of the Holden VX line lasted until 2002.
Design features of the Holden VX
Holden increased the safety of the Commodore models by reworking the B-pillars, which were further supported by energy-absorbing foam, to provide protection during side-impact collisions. Design features of the VX range included anti-lock brakes (standard on all models), a six-speaker sound system with an 80-watt output CD player, and steering wheel controls. Other standard features included a driver’s side airbag along with electric seat height adjustments, a tilted, telescopic steering wheel, independent rear suspension (IRS), and a trip computer.
The V6 engine for the VX line was upgraded and could now deliver around 152 kW at 5200 rpm. Fuel efficiency was also improved through an upgraded engine management system, which allowed individual spark control on each cylinder and a new inlet manifold. The V8 engine, also upgraded, now provided 225 kW at 5200 rpm.
The lighting system also underwent considerable changes, as better penetration and a more effective low-beam spread were needed to ensure safe night driving. The steering and control systems were boosted by changing the front suspension and the steering wheel, which gave the handling qualities of the VX line greater predictability and the steering a more progressive response.
The VX Series II
The new rear suspension on the VX Series II (a control-linked independent rear suspension) combined all the traction qualities of a supple independent rear suspension system with even greater stability, handling precision and control. The suspension packages for the Series II Statesman and Caprice models were also re-worked to fully complement their rear suspension changes.
Limited editions of the Holden VX line
The Holden VX line saw the launch of some limited editions with wider applications and technologies, for instance the Holden By Design (HBD) Commodore Equipe sedan, of which only 200 were manufactured. The Commodore Lumina was another limited edition, with only 5,000 produced. The Commodore Acclaim, of which only 350 were manufactured, was introduced in May of 2001, while the Series II Lumina was launched in October 2001. The Commodore 9C1 Pack (Police Pack) was such a success with many state police departments in that some of them still order it to this day.
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Sedan |
Wagon |
Wheelbase |
2788 |
2938 |
Front track |
1569 |
1569 |
Rear track |
1587 |
1587 |
Overall length |
4891 |
5046 |
Overall width (mirrors) |
1842 |
1847 |
Overall height |
1450 |
1545 |
Ground Clearance |
150 |
153 |
Leg room (Front) |
1072 |
1072 |
Leg room (Rear) |
992 |
992 |
Shoulder room |
1518 |
1520 |
Head room (Front) |
988 |
1002 |
Head room (Rear) |
968 |
1069 |
Hip room (Front) |
1440 |
1516 |
Hip room (Rear) |
1440 |
1516 |
Cargo volume (L) |
475 |
2683 |
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