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Holden is giving the Commodore SV8 a makeover to match the striking looks of
its new six-cylinder performance hero sibling, the SV6.
To be released in February, the competitively priced Commodore SV8 also
benefits from an increase in standard specification to better align with the
SV6.
The decision reflects cus tom er feedback that most Holden performance car
enthusiasts want to make a statement rather than blend into the crowd.
Alan Blazevic, Holden’s Marketing Manager Passenger Cars, said the move to
give the Commodore SV8 the same sporty design cues as the popular Commodore SV6
was consistent with the company’s market-responsive philosophy.
“The Commodore SV6 has immediately struck a chord with buyers – so much so
that our S car sales in November were 95 per cent up on the same month last
year,” Mr Blazevic said.
“It’s very much our business to anticipate changes in cus tom er demand.
Performance car buyers are becoming more particular about what they want in
these high profile vehicles, and we’re determined to retain our winning edge in
this market segment.
“We’re delighted with the response to our 190kW VZ Commodore SV6 and we are
confident that V8 enthusiasts will be quick to appreciate what a great deal
they’re getting with this revitalised Commodore SV8 sports package.”
The performance of Commodore SV8’s high output 250kW Gen III V8 engine will
be highlighted by more overt sports styling cues –a deep front facia with fog
lamps, large air dam with hexagonal mesh insert, mesh grille, black bezel
headlamps, side and rear skirts and sports styled five-spoke alloy wheels.
The 2005 Commodore SV8 offers body-coloured exterior mirrors, leather wrap
steering wheel, power windows all round, side impact airbags and sports styled
or optional leather trim. Among new colour choices for 2005 is the brilliant
Impulse blue to be shared with Commodore SV6 and SS.
Increases in power and torque delivered with the launch of the VZ Commodore
SV8 and Commodore SS (250kW of power at 5600rpm, 470Nm of torque at 4800 rpm)
were complemented by improved braking systems which feature Brake Assist and
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.
Holden’s high performance icon, the Commodore SS, gains extra comfort and
convenience features for 2005 and maintains its status at the top of Holden’s
performance pecking order. Equipment levels are boosted by the addition of
single zone electronic climate control, a dash-top storage compartment and twin
fold-out cup holders in the instrument panel.
The 2005 Commodore performance range will be available from 1 February 2005 .
Commodore SV8 Colour Range
Heron White
Redhot
Phantom mica
Quicksilver metallic
Impulse
2005 Commodore SV8 Recommended Retail Price
$43,990 (manual or
automatic transmission)
2005 Commodore SV6 Recommended Retail Price
$39,490 (manual or
automatic transmission)
2005 Commodore SV6/SV8 Option Pricing
Leather trim - $2190
6
disc in-dash CD - $595
Rear Park Assist - $495
Metallic paint - $315
2005 Commodore SS Recommended Retail Price
$51,290 (manual or
automatic transmission)
2005 Commodore SS Option Pricing
Leather trim - $2190
Rear
Park Assist - $495
Metallic paint - $315
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