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HSV Calais 1988
The 1988 HSV Calais carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1590 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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HSV Calais 1988 Price and Specs
HSV Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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SV88 | Sedan | 5.0L ULP 3 SP AUTO | — | — |
HSV Calais 1988 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1988 HSV Calais are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1722mm x 1366mm and can vary on the basis of model.
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HSV Calais Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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SV88 | Sedan | 1366x1722x4766 mm | 155 mm |
HSV Calais 1988 Towing capacity
The HSV Calais has maximum towing capacity of 1590kg. 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.
HSV Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
---|---|---|---|---|
SV88 | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,3 SP AUTO | 1590kg |
HSV Calais 1988 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1988 HSV Calais is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The HSV Calais currently offers fuel consumption from 14 to 14L/100km. The HSV Calais is available with the following fuel type: ULP.
HSV Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
---|---|---|---|---|
SV88 | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,3 SP AUTO | 14L/100km |
HSV Calais 1988 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1988 HSV Calais 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. Standard wheel sizes on the HSV Calais spans from 16x7 inches.
HSV Calais Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SV88 | Sedan | 205x55 R16 | 16x7 inches | 205x55 R16 | 16x7 inches |
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