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Holden Commodore 1997

The 1997 Holden Commodore range of configurations is currently priced from $2,530. Our most recent review of the 1997 Holden Commodore resulted in a score of 7 out of 10 for that particular example. You can read the full review here.

This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Holden Commodore: Impressive handling, Roomy, Easy cars to do mechanical work on

The 1997 Holden Commodore carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

Holden Commodore 1997 Price and Specs

The Holden Commodore 1997 is currently available from $2,530 for the Commodore Berlina up to $9,570 for the Commodore S.

Pricing guides

$6,050
Based on third party pricing data
Lowest Price
$2,530
Highest Price
$9,570
Holden Commodore Model Body Type Specs Price from Price to
Acclaim Sedan 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $2,860 $4,400
Berlina Sedan 5.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO $4,070 $6,050
Berlina Sedan 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,740 $5,500
Berlina Sedan 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,300 $5,170
(base) Ute 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $2,860 $4,400
(base) Ute 3.8L ULP 5 SP MAN $2,640 $4,070
S Ute 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,410 $5,390
S Ute 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,080 $4,840
Acclaim Wagon 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $2,860 $4,510
Berlina Wagon 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $3,740 $5,500
Berlina Wagon 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO $4,070 $5,940
Equipe Wagon 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO $2,750 $4,290
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Holden Commodore 1997 Q&As

Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Commodore 1997 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.

  • Commodore not starting

    It's the old story; it's either a problem on the fuel side or one of the spark side. My inclination is to check the fuel pump, Commodores had problems with the in-tank pump, and I'm thinking it's not supplying the fuel.

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  • Commodore loses power

    Intermittent problems are always difficult to find if they don't occur when the mechanic is there to witness it, but I would be looking at an engine sensor, crank angle or O2, as the most likely cause.

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  • Holden Commodore 1997: Overheating

    It's odd that these problems should start after you had the new radiator fitted. I would suspect that whoever did the work did it poorly. Take it to an air-conditioning specialist.

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  • Ask Smithy Xtra Commodore conversion to LPG

    Many thousands of V6 Commodores have been successfully converted and there’s no reason to be afraid of converting your car. It would be fitted with an old style of system rather a new injection type, but there’s nothing wrong with that. A word of caution, however, is that you should make sure your engine is good and healthy before you convert it. It’s an old engine and I’m guessing it’s done lots of kays, so it’s worth having it thoroughly checked for tune and compression before you commit to the conversion.

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Holden Commodore 1997 Wheel size

Wheel size for the 1997 Holden Commodore will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted.

Holden Commodore Model Body Type Front Tyre Size Front Rim Rear Tyre Size Rear Rim
Executive Sedan 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
Executive Sedan P205x65 R15 15x6 inches P205x65 R15 15x6 inches
Esteem Sedan 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
Equipe Sedan 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
base Ute P205x65R15 P205x65R15
S Ute P205x65R15 P205x65R15
Executive Wagon 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
Executive Wagon P205x65 R15 15x6 inches P205x65 R15 15x6 inches
Esteem Wagon 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
Equipe Wagon 15x6 inches 15x6 inches
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Holden Commodore 1997 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1997 Holden Commodore are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1847mm x 1545mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Dimensions for the Holden Commodore 1997 Dimensions  include 1450mm height, 1842mm width, 4884mm length.
Holden Commodore Model Body Type Height x Width x Length Ground Clearance
Executive Sedan 1403x1794x4861 mm 143 mm
Executive Sedan 1450x1842x4883 mm 150 mm
Esteem Sedan 1403x1794x4861 mm 143 mm
Executive Sedan 1450x1842x4884 mm 150 mm
base Ute 1510x1794x4896 mm 138 mm
S Ute 1510x1794x4896 mm 138 mm
Executive Wagon 1422x1794x4903 mm 143 mm
Executive Wagon 1545x1847x5042 mm 153 mm
Esteem Wagon 1422x1794x4861 mm 143 mm
Equipe Wagon 1422x1794x4903 mm 143 mm
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Holden Commodore 1997 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1997 Holden Commodore is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Commodore is available with the following fuel types: PULP and ULP.

Holden Commodore Model Body Type Specs Fuel Consumption
Berlina Sedan 5.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO
Acclaim Sedan 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 9.6L/100km
base Ute 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 11.5L/100km
Acclaim Wagon 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 10L/100km
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Holden Commodore 1997 Towing capacity

The Holden Commodore’s towing capacity ranges from 1590kg to 2100kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Holden Commodore Model Body Type Specs Braked Capacity
Executive Sedan 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN 2100kg
Esteem Sedan 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
Executive Sedan 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
Equipe Sedan 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
base Ute 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1590kg
base Ute 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 1590kg
S Ute 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN 1590kg
S Ute 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 1590kg
Executive Wagon 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN 2100kg
Esteem Wagon 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
Executive Wagon 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
Equipe Wagon 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO 2100kg
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