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The Camira was Holden’s replacement for the Torana and Sunbird, sitting underneath the Commodore in its line-up.
It was maligned for quality issues, but lasted three generations in Australia, running as a Mazda 626 and Ford Telstar rival from 1982 to 1989.
The line-up currently starts at $2,420 for the Camira SL and ranges through to $4,070 for the range-topping Camira SL/E.
The price range for the Holden Camira varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,420 and going to $4,070 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Sedan | 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,420 | $4,070 | |
| 1989 | Wagon | 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,420 | $4,070 | |
| 1988 | Sedan | 2.0L, ULP, 5 SP MAN | $2,420 | $4,070 | |
| 1988 | Wagon | 2.0L, ULP, 3 SP AUTO | $2,420 | $4,070 | |
| 1987 | Sedan | 1.8L, ULP, 4 SP MAN | $2,090 | $4,070 | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 1.8L, ULP, 4 SP MAN | $2,090 | $4,070 | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 1.8L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,630 | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 1.8L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,850 | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 1.8L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,300 | |
| 1985 | Wagon | 1.8L, Leaded, 3 SP AUTO | $1,980 | $3,630 | |
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Camira here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
THE Camira was heavily criticised when it was new, and the criticism was justified. They rusted badly, burned oil and fell to bits. Early models should be avoided at all costs, but by the time Holden turned out the JE, most of the problems had been fixed. The problem is they are now at least 15 years old so should be approached with caution.
The dimensions of the Holden Camira Sedan and Wagon vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
| Year | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Sedan | 1344x1668x4409 mm | 112 mm | |
| 1989 | Wagon | 1345x1668x4354 mm | 113 mm | |
| 1988 | Wagon | 1345x1668x4354 mm | 113 mm | |
| 1988 | Sedan | 1344x1668x4409 mm | 112 mm | |
| 1987 | Sedan | 1344x1668x4409 mm | 112 mm | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 1345x1668x4354 mm | 113 mm | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 1344x1668x4409 mm | 111 mm | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 1344x1688x4354 mm | 111 mm | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 1344x1668x4409 mm | 111 mm | |
| 1985 | Wagon | 1345x1668x4354 mm | 112 mm | |
The Holden Camira has maximum towing capacity of 900kg for the latest model available.
| Year | Body Type | Braked Capacity from | Braked Capacity to | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Sedan | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1989 | Wagon | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1988 | Sedan | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1988 | Wagon | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1987 | Sedan | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 900kg | 900kg | |
| 1985 | Wagon | 900kg | 900kg | |
The Holden Camira is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP and Leaded fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 7.6L/100km for Sedan /ULP for the latest year the model was manufactured.
| Year | Body Type | Fuel Consumption* | Engine | Fuel Type | Transmission | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Sedan | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1989 | Wagon | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1988 | Sedan | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1988 | Wagon | 7.6L/100km | 2.0L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1987 | Sedan | 7.4L/100km | 1.8L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1987 | Wagon | 7.4L/100km | 1.8L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 7.4L/100km | 1.8L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Sedan | 8.2L/100km | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 7.4L/100km | 1.8L | ULP | 5 SP MAN | |
| 1986 | Wagon | 9L/100km | 1.8L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1985 | Sedan | 8.2L/100km | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
| 1985 | Wagon | 8.2L/100km | 1.6L | Leaded | 4 SP MAN | |
The Holden Camira has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from P175x75 SR13 for Sedan in 1989 with a wheel size that spans from 13x5.5 inches.
| Year | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Sedan | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1989 | Wagon | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1988 | Sedan | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1988 | Wagon | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1987 | Sedan | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1987 | Wagon | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1986 | Sedan | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1986 | Wagon | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1985 | Sedan | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
| 1985 | Wagon | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | P175x75 SR13 | 13x5.5 inches | |
