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Holden Nova Models Price and Specs
The price range for the Holden Nova varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,310 and going to $3,850 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
| Year | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Sedan | 1.8L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,630 | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 1.8L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,310 | $3,850 | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1.8L, ULP, 4 SP AUTO | $2,310 | $3,630 | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 1.8L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,310 | $3,850 | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,090 | $3,630 | |
| 1995 | Hatchback | 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,090 | $3,850 | |
| 1994 | Sedan | 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,630 | |
| 1994 | Hatchback | 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,850 | |
| 1993 | Sedan | 1.6L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,630 | |
| 1993 | Hatchback | 1.8L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $1,980 | $3,850 | |
Holden Nova Dimensions
The dimensions of the Holden Nova Sedan and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Sedan | 1380x1685x4270 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1997 | Hatchback | 1380x1685x4095 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 1380x1685x4270 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 1380x1685x4095 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 1380x1685x4270 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1995 | Hatchback | 1380x1685x4095 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1994 | Hatchback | 1365x1655x3995 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1994 | Sedan | 1365x1655x4915 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1993 | Hatchback | 1365x1655x3995 mm | 155 mm | |
| 1993 | Sedan | 1365x1655x4195 mm | 155 mm | |
Holden Nova Towing Capacity
The Holden Nova has maximum towing capacity of 850kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Hatchback | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1995 | Hatchback | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1994 | Hatchback | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1994 | Sedan | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1993 | Hatchback | 850kg | 850kg | |
| 1993 | Sedan | 850kg | 850kg | |
Holden Nova Fuel Consumption
The Holden Nova is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.2L/100km for Hatchback /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Hatchback | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1997 | Sedan | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1996 | Sedan | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1995 | Hatchback | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1995 | Sedan | 7.2L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1994 | Hatchback | 7.5L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1994 | Sedan | 7.1L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1993 | Hatchback | 7.5L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1993 | Sedan | 7.1L/100km | 1.6L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
Holden Nova Wheel Size
The Holden Nova has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to wheel size, these range from 13x5 inches for Hatchback in 1997.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Hatchback | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1997 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1996 | Hatchback | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1996 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1995 | Hatchback | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1995 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1994 | Hatchback | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1994 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1993 | Hatchback | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
| 1993 | Sedan | — | 13x5 inches | — | 13x5 inches | |
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