The Holden Commodore is a series of automobiles that were sold by former Australian manufacturer Holden from 1978 to 2020. They were manufactured from 1978 to 2017 in Australia and from 1979 to 1990 in New Zealand, with production of the locally manufactured versions in Australia ending on 20 October 2017.

The Holden Commodore — it won Australia’s heart and became a national icon. This smaller, lighter model was the legendary first of the 14-model series spanning 30 years.

The Holden Commodore made its debut in 1978 and was a mid-size sedan, coupe, and wagon body style throughout its long life. The Australian manufacturer wanted something fuel-efficient to replace the HZ Kingswood, and the Commodore was the answer.

Early models were released as Commodore, Commodore SL and Commodore SL/E trim levels. The Holden "red" 6 cylinder motor was carried over from the old full-size Holden but would be the last Holden to use it.

In 1978, Holden introduced the Commodore, replacing the aging Kingswood and Premier models and ushering in a new era in Australian automotive history. The Commodore’s modern design marked a significant departure from its predecessors, both of which had been staples on Australian roads for years.

May 10, 2024 · The Holden Commodore was designed to replace the full-size and less fuel efficient Holden Kingswood/Premiers. The Commodore range included more modern trim and much better steering and handling. Early models were released as Commodore, Commodore SL and Commodore SL/E trim levels.

The Holden Commodore (VT) is a full-size car that was produced by Holden from 1997 to 2000. It was the first iteration of the third generation of the Commodore and the last one to be powered by a locally made V8 engine (1998). Its range included the luxury variants, Holden Berlina (VT) and Holden Calais (VT) but not a new generation utility version. ...

Dec 23, 2024 · Throughout the 1980s and 1990s, the Holden Commodore was the king of the Australian automotive market. Models like the VL Turbo and VN SS Group A became instant classics, coveted by enthusiasts for their power and style.

The Holden Commodore is an automobile manufactured since 1978 by the Holden subsidiary of General Motors (GM) in Australia, and, formerly, in New Zealand. In the mid-1970s, Holden established proposals to replace the long-serving Kingswood …

The Commodore was produced by Holden from 1978 until production finished in 2017. Holden was founded as a saddle maker in South Australia in 1856, and started building vehicles in 1908. In 1931 Holden was bought by General Motors (GM), and was closed down by GM in 2020.