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Holden Commodore Review, For Sale, Colours, Models, Specs & News

Holden Commodore Review, For Sale, Colours, Models, Specs & News

FROM
$15,730

The locally-built Holden Commodore was kind of like Australia's girl next door – we fell for it almost as soon as it arrived in showrooms back in 1978. And just like the girl next door who grew into a beautiful woman, the last Australian-built VF II was the best Holden ever made.

However, the end of local manufacturing meant the final ZB Commodore wasn't from next door, but from the other side of the planet. The German-built model's prices ranged from $15,730 for the Commodore LT to $33,440 for the Commodore VXR.

In a weird way, it kind of works; the original Commodore was basically a reengineered version of the Opel Rekord, so the circle had been completed. After a dramatic decline in sales, the Commodore nameplate was finally discontinued in Australia in December of 2019.

5.6L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
8 Speed Automatic
Diesel
2020 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1987 1986 1985 1984 1983 1982 1981 1980 1979 1978
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Overview
Likes
Engine is smooth and torquey
Looks good
Huge interior space
Dislikes
Engine sounds gravelly
Boring interior
Uninspiring handling

Holden Commodore Colours

Abalone White
Absolute Red
Cosmic Grey
Mineral Black
Nitrate Silver
Summit White
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Holden Commodore.

Holden Commodore Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Holden Commodore varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $15,730 and going to $33,440 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.
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Holden Commodore Towing Capacity

The Holden Commodore has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg for the latest model available.
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Holden Commodore Dimensions

The dimensions of the Holden Commodore Hatchback and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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Holden Commodore Seats

The following Holden Commodore is available with five seats. The LT variant comes with Jet Black cloth seat trim. The RS variant is available with Jet Black cloth and Sportec seat trim. Jet Black perforated leather-appointed seat trim is available on the RS-V, VXR and Calais-V variants. The Calais comes with Jet Black leather appointed trim.

Shown above are seat details for the Holden Commodore 2019.

Holden Commodore Wheel Size

The Holden Commodore has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 225x55 R17 for Hatchback in 2020 with a wheel size that spans from 7.5x17 inches.
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Holden Commodore Fuel consumption

The Holden Commodore is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by Diesel and PULP and ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 5.6L/100km for Hatchback
Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
2020 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: — Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 5.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2020 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: — Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2019 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2019 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2019 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2019 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2019 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 5.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 5.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2018 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: 9.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 8.3L/100km Engine: 3.0L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 11.5L/100km Engine: 6.2L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP MAN
2017 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.6L/100km Engine: 3.0L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 5.7L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 9 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 5.6L/100km Engine: 2.0L Fuel Type: Diesel Transmission: 8 SP AUTO
2017 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: 9.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2016 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 8.3L/100km Engine: 3.0L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2016 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 11.5L/100km Engine: 6.2L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2016 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.6L/100km Engine: 3.0L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2016 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 11.7L/100km Engine: 6.2L Fuel Type: PULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
2016 Body Type: Single Cab Fuel Consumption: 9.9L/100km Engine: 3.6L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 6 SP AUTO
*Combined fuel consumption
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Holden Commodore FAQs

My 2019 Holden Commodore ZB has a warning message to check the right indicator light

Many mechanics at this point would put their money on a bad earth somewhere on the car. Even though the LED light is working, the car’s computer thinks otherwise and, since LEDs draw so little current in the first place, they can be a bit hard to diagnose. Even so, the fast flashing suggests that there’s definitely a problem. To be honest, an auto electrician is probably your best bet at this stage.

Some owners of older cars have found that switching to LED headlight globes can cause the car to think that there’s a blown light somewhere as the current being drawn by the LEDs is so small compared with the normal globes the car came with. Fundamentally, the computer can’t see the current that should be being drawn when the lights are on, and fires the check-light warning symbol. You may find it’s the LED indicator light unit itself that is faulty. These can develop random failures in the internal circuitry that controls them.

The first thing to do, though, is to try the home computer reset which involves disconnecting the battery overnight and seeing if that calms the computer’s nerves. It might not work, but it’s free to try.

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After replacing my 2001 Holden Commodore's transmission, the engine no longer turns over.

You need to go back to basics here. Check that the battery is connected firmly and that all the connections and low-voltage leads that power and trigger the starter motor are in their correct places and receiving power. Don’t forget to check for earth straps and cables that might have been left off in the reassembly process, too.

If the car is getting power (and the dashboard lights suggest it is) then there’s a problem between the ignition key and the starter motor. Tackle it methodically, checking for power (a test lead or multimeter will be invaluable for this) as you work your way towards the starter motor and you’ll probably find it’s something really simple and basic. Make sure the fuse or relay for the starter motor hasn’t been fried during the gearbox swap, too.

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Inaccurate error messages in my 2018 Holden ZB Commodore

The answer is probably a pretty simple one in terms of what’s causing it. The warning light is to remind you to leave the car with Park engaged. So, the gear selector will have a tiny sensor or micro-switch that detects the selector in the Park position which is then conveyed to the car’s body computer. But if the sensor or switch is faulty or not adjusted correctly, the computer will think the car is not in Park and will light up the warning to alert you. The intermittent nature of the fault is what makes us think this is the case, combined with the fact that a quick flick of the T-bar button is enough to make the warning disappear.

So much for the cause, because the fix might be a bit more complicated. Depending on where the sensors and switches live, you may need to disassemble more of the car than would seem necessary to fix such a seemingly small problem. An auto electrician should be able to make sense of it.

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