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09-02-2008, 09:07 PM
Hi guys i found this old intro for the VT commodore i thought you,d like
26 August, 1997
With the launch of the advanced and entirely new Commodore VT, Holden has demonstrated its determination to continue to position its Commodore range at the leading edge, as the ultimate expression of Australian automotive excellence.
The Commodore VT is characterised by striking new exterior styling, more spacious and luxuriously equipped interiors, class leading vehicle dynamics and significant strides in safety performance. The design integrity of its all-new body structure is reflected in appreciably higher levels of build quality and driving refinement. Many innovative, high-technology features incorporated in the Commodore VT are 'firsts' for an Australian car.
"Holden has invested over \$600 million in the design and development of the all-Australian VT model range, which represents the culmination of the largest and most ambitious new vehicle engineering program the company has ever undertaken," said Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Jim Wiemels.
"The VT is not just an all-new version of Australia's best-selling car. It is also a statement of our business strategy and a declaration of General Motors commitment and investment in Holden," Mr Wiemels continued. "We certainly believe that there is much in our new VT Commodore that will create customer enthusiasm and much that will increase driving pleasure, safety and passenger comfort."
Style and Space
A new design for the new millennium, Commodore VT's contemporary and elegantly sculptured styling combines with a wider track and longer wheelbase to project an assertive on-road presence. Its powerful form is accentuated by the low, wide stance and an efficient, 'nose down' profile of classic rear wheel drive proportions. All lines flow towards a twin nostril grille that is distinctively Commodore in character.
Although VT is the largest Commodore yet, its external design cues create a compact appearance, while efficient packaging delivers a spacious cabin area offering more leg room, front and rear, and generous three-seater rear accommodation. Higher quality interior trims and finishes are more luxurious in appearance and feel.
VT's flat-floored boot is now the roomiest in the class. The longer wheelbase Commodore VT wagon is Australia's biggest, offering more cargo volume and the class-leading convenience of a wider and higher load area.
All-New Body
Commodore VT features a totally new body structure, resulting from the most extensive and technologically advanced body design project Holden engineers have ever embarked upon. The advantages of substantially stronger and more rigid VT body construction translate into improved crash performance, greater all-round driving refinement and high quality panel fit and finish.
The new body structure is primarily responsible for the fact that Commodore VT is more solid in feel and noticeably quieter and smoother in all areas of operation; benefits that will be apparent to drivers and passengers alike.
Safety and Security
Holden's leadership in world-standard automotive safety design technology has never been more evident. Using supercomputer simulation techniques, safety engineers have enhanced the structural performance of Commodore's all-new, stronger body. The front structure, with frames that are highly efficient at absorbing crash energy, is designed for real world angled and offset crashes. Crush initiators promote a smooth, continuous collapse of the angled frames, which are connected by a large front crossmember with a breakaway feature for greater energy absorption. With its computer optimised new restraint system and a further range of primary safety improvements, Commodore VT is designed to provide drivers and passengers of all sizes and ages with protection from injury in the widest possible range of accident situations.
Driver airbags are now standard equipment, as are rear centre lap/sash seat belts in wagons and sedans. Front seats are equipped with pyrotechnic buckle pre-tensioners, which are triggered by the airbag sensor in collisions of moderate severity. In more severe frontal accidents, airbags will also be activated. After the sensor has been triggered, the engine and fuel pump will automatically turn off, doors will unlock and the interior light switch on. Rear seat backs are strengthened for protection against luggage impact and seat structures have anti-submarining ramps to prevent occupants sliding under the lap belt in a collision.
Improvements to Commodore's class-leading security system include remote deadlock release, free-turning door lock cylinders, a steering column lock that slips when forced and a new, 16 million code electronic immobilisation feature that means no two cars will ever share the same key code.
Driving Dynamics
While Commodore has long been Australia's favourite driver's car, the VT sets a new benchmark in driving dynamics, delivering even more confidence-inspiring ride and handling attributes. A stiffer body structure, wider track, longer wheelbase and across-the- range independent rear suspension make a direct contribution, and VT Commodore also benefits from all-new brakes, new steering gear and a re-tuned suspension featuring state of the art Hydro Bush (hydraulic tension rod bush) - a feature previously exclusive to luxury marques and now incorporated for the first time in a locally manufactured vehicle.
The sophisticated handling and safety advantages of electronic traction control, standard on V6 Acclaim and Holden Calais models, are offered for the first time in a locally manufactured vehicle.
The longer wheelbase VT Commodore wagon, with its increased structural rigidity and independent rear suspension, offers truly sedan-like ride comfort and safety.
Engines
Commodore's proven and responsive 3800 ECOTEC V6 produces even fewer emissions, through an updated fuel injection system, and maintains competitive fuel economy and performance figures.
Performance enthusiasts may choose between a smoother, quieter, more powerfully efficient 179kW version of Holden's legendary V8, which reduces emissions by 75 per cent, and the exciting Supercharged V6 engine, which has been upgraded to 171kW and is now optional on Calais and Commodore S and SS models.
Comfort and Convenience
Totally re-designed interiors have richer, more luxurious soft trims, and completely new ergonomically designed seating and instrument panel layout. High-tech electronics play a major role in providing an array of 'smart' systems to make driving more comfortable, convenient and enjoyable. All models feature electric driver's seat height adjuster and cushion tilt seats; trip computers and remote boot release; audio systems with larger controls; new, microprocessor-based instrumentation for more accurate readouts and enhanced security features. Calais has a personal PowerKey system that remembers individual settings and a 'twilight sentinel' that automatically turns headlights on and off.
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning are now even more efficient and effective, with a 15 per cent boost in airflow and larger ducts which deliver 30 per cent more air to rear seat occupants. An innovative dual zone climate control, standard on Calais, can create different temperature settings for driver and passenger.
Build Quality
Holden's commitment to 'design for manufacture' at the inception of the Commodore VT program and an investment of \$275 million in new production facilities at its Elizabeth (SA) manufacturing plant have resulted in efficiency gains and measurable improvements in total vehicle build quality. The new highly automated body construction operation is but one example of the new technology introduced that consolidates Elizabeth's reputation as Australia's most modern and efficient vehicle production facility and reinforce Holden's position as an automotive manufacturer of world standard.
Model Range
Executive (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Acclaim (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Berlina (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Commodore S (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan
Commodore SS (V8)
Sedan
Holden Calais (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan
Major Options
5.0 litre V8
FE2 Sports Suspension
Supercharged V6
Limited Slip Differential
Front Passenger Airbag
Dual Fuel (Petrol/LPG)
Electronic Traction Control
Sports Body Kit
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Electric Sunroof
Air Conditioning
Colours
The VT Commodore/Holden Calais range is available in eleven colours, eight of them *new.
*Heron White; *Orion Silver (frost); Morocco Sand (taupe frost); *Tundra (smoky taupe); *Granada (mid red); Rubens (dark red); *Valencia (copper red); *Bermuda (cobalt blue); Botanica (dark aqua); *Capricorn (dark green); *Raven (black/blue).
Pricing
Executive Sedan
Executive Wagon
V6 Manual
\$29,760
V6 Manual
\$31,600
V6 Automatic
\$30,500
V6 Automatic
\$32,340
V8 Manual
\$32,860
V8 Manual
\$34,700
V8 Automatic
\$33,600
V8 Automatic
\$35,440
Acclaim Sedan
Acclaim Wagon
V6 Automatic
\$33,980
V6 Automatic
\$34,960
Berlina Sedan
Berlina Wagon
V6 Automatic
\$39,800
V6 Automatic
\$42,600
V8 Automatic
\$42,900
V8 Automatic
\$45,700
Commodore S
Commodore SS
V6 Manual
\$34,810
V8 Manual
\$44,160
V6 Automatic
\$35,550
V8 Automatic
\$44,900
Supercharged V6
\$38,050
Supercharged V6
\$44,900
Holden Calais
V6 Automatic
\$48,760
V8 Automatic
\$51,260
Supercharged V6
\$51,260
26 August, 1997
With the launch of the advanced and entirely new Commodore VT, Holden has demonstrated its determination to continue to position its Commodore range at the leading edge, as the ultimate expression of Australian automotive excellence.
The Commodore VT is characterised by striking new exterior styling, more spacious and luxuriously equipped interiors, class leading vehicle dynamics and significant strides in safety performance. The design integrity of its all-new body structure is reflected in appreciably higher levels of build quality and driving refinement. Many innovative, high-technology features incorporated in the Commodore VT are 'firsts' for an Australian car.
"Holden has invested over \$600 million in the design and development of the all-Australian VT model range, which represents the culmination of the largest and most ambitious new vehicle engineering program the company has ever undertaken," said Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Jim Wiemels.
"The VT is not just an all-new version of Australia's best-selling car. It is also a statement of our business strategy and a declaration of General Motors commitment and investment in Holden," Mr Wiemels continued. "We certainly believe that there is much in our new VT Commodore that will create customer enthusiasm and much that will increase driving pleasure, safety and passenger comfort."
Style and Space
A new design for the new millennium, Commodore VT's contemporary and elegantly sculptured styling combines with a wider track and longer wheelbase to project an assertive on-road presence. Its powerful form is accentuated by the low, wide stance and an efficient, 'nose down' profile of classic rear wheel drive proportions. All lines flow towards a twin nostril grille that is distinctively Commodore in character.
Although VT is the largest Commodore yet, its external design cues create a compact appearance, while efficient packaging delivers a spacious cabin area offering more leg room, front and rear, and generous three-seater rear accommodation. Higher quality interior trims and finishes are more luxurious in appearance and feel.
VT's flat-floored boot is now the roomiest in the class. The longer wheelbase Commodore VT wagon is Australia's biggest, offering more cargo volume and the class-leading convenience of a wider and higher load area.
All-New Body
Commodore VT features a totally new body structure, resulting from the most extensive and technologically advanced body design project Holden engineers have ever embarked upon. The advantages of substantially stronger and more rigid VT body construction translate into improved crash performance, greater all-round driving refinement and high quality panel fit and finish.
The new body structure is primarily responsible for the fact that Commodore VT is more solid in feel and noticeably quieter and smoother in all areas of operation; benefits that will be apparent to drivers and passengers alike.
Safety and Security
Holden's leadership in world-standard automotive safety design technology has never been more evident. Using supercomputer simulation techniques, safety engineers have enhanced the structural performance of Commodore's all-new, stronger body. The front structure, with frames that are highly efficient at absorbing crash energy, is designed for real world angled and offset crashes. Crush initiators promote a smooth, continuous collapse of the angled frames, which are connected by a large front crossmember with a breakaway feature for greater energy absorption. With its computer optimised new restraint system and a further range of primary safety improvements, Commodore VT is designed to provide drivers and passengers of all sizes and ages with protection from injury in the widest possible range of accident situations.
Driver airbags are now standard equipment, as are rear centre lap/sash seat belts in wagons and sedans. Front seats are equipped with pyrotechnic buckle pre-tensioners, which are triggered by the airbag sensor in collisions of moderate severity. In more severe frontal accidents, airbags will also be activated. After the sensor has been triggered, the engine and fuel pump will automatically turn off, doors will unlock and the interior light switch on. Rear seat backs are strengthened for protection against luggage impact and seat structures have anti-submarining ramps to prevent occupants sliding under the lap belt in a collision.
Improvements to Commodore's class-leading security system include remote deadlock release, free-turning door lock cylinders, a steering column lock that slips when forced and a new, 16 million code electronic immobilisation feature that means no two cars will ever share the same key code.
Driving Dynamics
While Commodore has long been Australia's favourite driver's car, the VT sets a new benchmark in driving dynamics, delivering even more confidence-inspiring ride and handling attributes. A stiffer body structure, wider track, longer wheelbase and across-the- range independent rear suspension make a direct contribution, and VT Commodore also benefits from all-new brakes, new steering gear and a re-tuned suspension featuring state of the art Hydro Bush (hydraulic tension rod bush) - a feature previously exclusive to luxury marques and now incorporated for the first time in a locally manufactured vehicle.
The sophisticated handling and safety advantages of electronic traction control, standard on V6 Acclaim and Holden Calais models, are offered for the first time in a locally manufactured vehicle.
The longer wheelbase VT Commodore wagon, with its increased structural rigidity and independent rear suspension, offers truly sedan-like ride comfort and safety.
Engines
Commodore's proven and responsive 3800 ECOTEC V6 produces even fewer emissions, through an updated fuel injection system, and maintains competitive fuel economy and performance figures.
Performance enthusiasts may choose between a smoother, quieter, more powerfully efficient 179kW version of Holden's legendary V8, which reduces emissions by 75 per cent, and the exciting Supercharged V6 engine, which has been upgraded to 171kW and is now optional on Calais and Commodore S and SS models.
Comfort and Convenience
Totally re-designed interiors have richer, more luxurious soft trims, and completely new ergonomically designed seating and instrument panel layout. High-tech electronics play a major role in providing an array of 'smart' systems to make driving more comfortable, convenient and enjoyable. All models feature electric driver's seat height adjuster and cushion tilt seats; trip computers and remote boot release; audio systems with larger controls; new, microprocessor-based instrumentation for more accurate readouts and enhanced security features. Calais has a personal PowerKey system that remembers individual settings and a 'twilight sentinel' that automatically turns headlights on and off.
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning are now even more efficient and effective, with a 15 per cent boost in airflow and larger ducts which deliver 30 per cent more air to rear seat occupants. An innovative dual zone climate control, standard on Calais, can create different temperature settings for driver and passenger.
Build Quality
Holden's commitment to 'design for manufacture' at the inception of the Commodore VT program and an investment of \$275 million in new production facilities at its Elizabeth (SA) manufacturing plant have resulted in efficiency gains and measurable improvements in total vehicle build quality. The new highly automated body construction operation is but one example of the new technology introduced that consolidates Elizabeth's reputation as Australia's most modern and efficient vehicle production facility and reinforce Holden's position as an automotive manufacturer of world standard.
Model Range
Executive (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Acclaim (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Berlina (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan and Wagon
Commodore S (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan
Commodore SS (V8)
Sedan
Holden Calais (ECOTEC V6)
Sedan
Major Options
5.0 litre V8
FE2 Sports Suspension
Supercharged V6
Limited Slip Differential
Front Passenger Airbag
Dual Fuel (Petrol/LPG)
Electronic Traction Control
Sports Body Kit
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Electric Sunroof
Air Conditioning
Colours
The VT Commodore/Holden Calais range is available in eleven colours, eight of them *new.
*Heron White; *Orion Silver (frost); Morocco Sand (taupe frost); *Tundra (smoky taupe); *Granada (mid red); Rubens (dark red); *Valencia (copper red); *Bermuda (cobalt blue); Botanica (dark aqua); *Capricorn (dark green); *Raven (black/blue).
Pricing
Executive Sedan
Executive Wagon
V6 Manual
\$29,760
V6 Manual
\$31,600
V6 Automatic
\$30,500
V6 Automatic
\$32,340
V8 Manual
\$32,860
V8 Manual
\$34,700
V8 Automatic
\$33,600
V8 Automatic
\$35,440
Acclaim Sedan
Acclaim Wagon
V6 Automatic
\$33,980
V6 Automatic
\$34,960
Berlina Sedan
Berlina Wagon
V6 Automatic
\$39,800
V6 Automatic
\$42,600
V8 Automatic
\$42,900
V8 Automatic
\$45,700
Commodore S
Commodore SS
V6 Manual
\$34,810
V8 Manual
\$44,160
V6 Automatic
\$35,550
V8 Automatic
\$44,900
Supercharged V6
\$38,050
Supercharged V6
\$44,900
Holden Calais
V6 Automatic
\$48,760
V8 Automatic
\$51,260
Supercharged V6
\$51,260