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For complete overview of all Commodore models, see Holden Commodore.
| Manufacturer | Holden |
|---|---|
| Parent company | General Motors |
| Also called | Holden VY Berlina Holden VY Calais Chevrolet Lumina Chevrolet Omega |
| Production | September 2002–August 2004 |
| Assembly | Elizabeth, South Australia, Australia |
| Predecessor | Holden VX Commodore |
| Successor | Holden VZ Commodore |
| Body style(s) | 4-door sedan 5-door station wagon |
| Layout | FR layout |
| Platform | GM V platform |
| Engine(s) | V6
|
| Transmission(s) | 5-speed manual 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic |
| Length | 4,891 mm (192.6 in)–5,046 mm (198.7 in) |
| Width | 1,842 mm (72.5 in)–1,847 mm (72.7 in) |
| Height | 1,450 mm (57 in)–1,545 mm (60.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,522 kg (3,360 lb)–1,590 kg (3,500 lb) |
| Related | Holden VY Adventra Holden VY Ute Holden VY Crewman Holden VY One Tonner Holden V2 II Monaro Holden WK Statesman Holden WK Caprice HSV Y Series |
The Holden VY Commodore is an automobile which was produced by Holden in Australia between September 2002 and August 2004. The VY Commodore, which was the twelfth Holden Commodore series, was the successor to the VX Commodore. A VY Series II was released in August 2003 and that made way for the updated VZ Commodore range in August 2004.
The VY Commodore was available in several models. These are the Commodore Executive, Acclaim, S, SV8 and SS and the Berlina and Calais models which were not badged as Commodores. All the models in the VY range were offered as sedans and the Executive, Acclaim and Berlina were also available as wagons. Unusually, the VY also introduced a limited edition SS wagon featuring the same 235 kW (315 hp) (245 kW (329 hp) for Series II) V8, bodykit and sports suspension as the SS sedan. However, it was equipped with 17-inch alloy wheels as opposed to the 18 inch wheels on the sedan. 500 such wagons were produced for Series I and 350 for Series II.[1]
The VY was the last Commodore to use the 3.8 litre ECOTEC V6 engines.
Sales of the VY Commodore failed to match those of the earlier VT model.[citation needed]
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Design
The front and rear of the body has been completely restyled, with new front grille and headlights, and taillights. As with the exterior the interior has been also been heavily upgraded. Interior upgrade includes a new instrument panel, centre console and steering wheel, and new design transmission lever and handbrake.[2] There is also a new mobile phone power outlet under the centre console. The new instrument cluster features a large multi-function digital display (single or triple-window, depending on model), which displays information such as radio station display, PRND321 gear selected indicator, trip computer with stopwatch function, service reminders and a help facility.
Standard features now include "twilight sentinel" (on some models) automatic headlamp control, headlamps off programmable time delay, high feature Blaupunkt audio systems, road-speed sensitive intermittent wipers and passenger airbags.
The VY Series II update added cruise control, front power windows variable front seat lumbar support, and revised interior trims. A 245 kW (329 hp) V8 was introduced to sports variants and a sportier repositioning of the Calais model. This repositioning included a subtle body kit, the option of a 235 kW V8 in place of the previous 225 kW (302 hp) and a firmer suspension tune (known as FE 1.5) that was not as stiff as the FE2 suspension on sports variants.
Powertrains
| Engine displacement; configuration | Engine | Power[3] | Torque | Transmission | Fuel type | Fuel consumption (sedan)[4] |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L (3791 cc); V6 | ECOTEC (L36) | 152 kW (204 hp) | 305 N·m (225 lb·ft) | 5-speed Getrag 260 (M35) manual | Petrol | 11.0 L/100 km (21.4 mpg-US) |
| 4-speed GM 4L60-E automatic | 12.0 L/100 km (19.6 mpg-US) | |||||
| Supercharged ECOTEC (L67) | 171 kW (229 hp) | 375 N·m (277 lb·ft) | PULP | 13.5 L/100 km (17.4 mpg-US) | ||
| 5.7 L (5665 cc); V8 | Generation III Alloy | 225 kW (302 hp) | 460 N·m (340 lb·ft) | 6-speed Tremec T-56 manual[5] | Petrol | 13.0 L/100 km (18.1 mpg-US) |
| 4-speed GM 4L60-E automatic | 13.5 L/100 km (17.4 mpg-US) | |||||
| 235 kW (315 hp) | 465 N·m (343 lb·ft) | 6-speed Tremec T-56 manual | 13.0 L/100 km (18.1 mpg-US) | |||
| 4-speed GM 4L60-E automatic | 13.5 L/100 km (17.4 mpg-US) | |||||
| 5.7 L (5667 cc); V8 | 245 kW (329 hp) | 465 N·m (343 lb·ft) | 6-speed Tremec T-56 manual | 13.0 L/100 km (18.1 mpg-US) | ||
| 4-speed GM 4L60-E automatic | 13.5 L/100 km (17.4 mpg-US) |
Models
Commodore Executive
2002–2003 Holden VY Commodore Executive station wagon.
The Executive is the baseline model of the VY Commodore range. Pricing for the Executive started from AUD$31,650.
The Executive features included:
- 3.8 L 152 kW (204 hp) ECOTEC V6
- 5-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- CD player
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Trip computer
- 15 inch steel wheels
- Cruise Control
- Air conditioning
Commodore Acclaim
The Acclaim is one model up from the base model of the VY Commodore range. Pricing for the Acclaim started from AUD$37,510.
The Acclaim features included:
- 3.8 L 152 kW (204 hp) ECOTEC V6
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Air conditioning
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- CD player
- Cruise control
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- Front and rear power windows
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Side impact airbags (SIAB)
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 15 inch alloy wheels
Commodore S
The S is the cheapest sports variant. Pricing for the S started from AUD$37,820.
The S features included:
- 3.8 L 152 kW (204 hp) ECOTEC V6 (option of 171 kW (229 hp) Supercharged V6)
- 5-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
- Air conditioning
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- CD player
- Cruise control
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- FE2 sports suspension
- Front and rear power windows
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 16 inch alloy wheels (17 inch alloy wheels on the Series II)
Commodore SV8
The VY Commodore was the first to not offer a V8 option on the Executive model. Buyers now had to choose the new SV8 as the cheapest V8 variant. The SV8 was essentially an Executive with a V8 engine, rear spoiler and unique 17 inch alloy wheels. Pricing for the SV8 started from AUD$40,490.
The SV8 features included:
- 5.7 L 235 kW (315 hp) V8 (245 kW (329 hp) High Output V8 in Series II)
- 6-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
- Air conditioning
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- CD player
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- FE2 sports suspension
- Limited slip differential (LSD)
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 17 inch alloy wheels
Commodore SS
Holden VY Commodore SS
The SS was the flagship sports model of the VZ range. Pricing for the SS started from AUD$49,490.
The SS features included:
- 5.7 L 235 kW (315 hp) V8 (245 kW (329 hp) High Output V8 in Series II)
- 6-speed manual transmission (option of 4-speed automatic transmission)
- 6-disc in-dash CD player
- Air conditioning
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- Cruise control
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- FE2 sports suspension
- Front and rear power windows
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Limited slip differential (LSD)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Side impact airbags (SIAB)
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 18 inch alloy wheels
Berlina
The Berlina is the semi-luxury version of the VY range; it sits above the Acclaim and below the Calais. Pricing for the Berlina starts from AUD$40,850.
The Berlina features included:
- 3.8 L 152 kW (204 hp) ECOTEC V6 (option of 225 kW (302 hp) LS1 V8)
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- 6-disc in-dash CD player
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- Climate control air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- Front and rear power windows
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Power antenna
- Security system
- Side impact airbags (SIAB)
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 16 inch alloy wheels
Calais
Holden VY Calais sedan
The Calais is the top of the line luxury model in the VY range; it sits above the Berlina and combines luxury with performance. Pricing for the Calais starts form AUD$48,250.
The Calais features included:
- 3.8 L 171 kW (229 hp) Supercharged ECOTEC V6 (option of 152 kW (204 hp) ECOTEC V6 or 225 kW LS1 V8 (302 hp) then 235 kW (315 hp) LS1 V8 in Series II)
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- 6-disc in-dash CD player
- Anti-lock braking system (ABS)
- Brake assist (BA)
- Climate control air conditioning
- Cruise control
- Driver's and passenger's airbags
- Front and rear power windows
- Independent rear suspension (IRS)
- Luggage net
- Power antenna
- Rear park assist
- Security system
- Side impact airbags (SIAB)
- Traction control system (TCS)
- Trip computer
- 16 inch alloy wheels
Holden VY Adventra
Holden VY Series II Adventra CX8
Main article: Holden Adventra
A four wheel drive development of the VY Commodore wagon was offered from 2003 as the Holden VY Adventra.
Holden VY Ute, Crewman and One Tonner
Holden VY Series II S Ute
Main article: Holden Ute
A range of commercial vehicles was developed from the VY Commodore platform. It comprised three basic models each available in various trim levels.
- Holden VY Ute - a 2 door utility
- Holden VY Crewman - a 4 door utility
- Holden VY One Tonner - a cab chassis utility
Despite their heritage, these vehicles were not badged or marketed as “Commodores”.
HSV Y Series
Main article: Holden Special Vehicles
Holden’s performance partner Holden Special Vehicles developed a range of models based on the VY Commodore sedan. These were marketed as the HSV Clubsport, HSV GTS and HSV Senator.
Issues and criticism
Critics in the motoring industry pointed out the VY's faults, such as value, design, craftsmanship, performance, refinement, comfort, and handling. However the fuel economy was singled out for praise. [6]
References
| Wikimedia Commons has media related to: Holden VY Commodore |
- ^ "Holden VY Commodore limited edition Commodore SS station wagon". www.webwomabt.com.au. http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/holdenssw.htm. Retrieved 2006-10-21.
- ^ "Holden Commodore VY". Unique Cars and Parts. http://www.uniquecarsandparts.com.au/car_info_holden_commodore_vy.htm. Retrieved 2007-08-06.
- ^ Power figures are measured in accordance with the ECE standard.
- ^ Fuel consumption figures are measured in accordance with the ADR 81/01 standard. Fuel economy figures also vary between body styles and specification levels.
- ^ The 5.7 litre V8 and manual transmission combination was only available on the One Tonner and Crewman V8 versions.
- ^ Carey, John (2002-11-01). "Ford BA Falcon XT v Holden VY Commodore Executive". CarSales. http://www.carsales.com.au/reviews/2002/large-passenger/ford/commodore/ford-ba-falcon-xt-v-holden-vy-commodore-executive-4616. Retrieved 2010-01-04.
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