The Holden Commodore emerged in 1978 as the successor to the Kingswood, and the large car became Australia's best-selling model for 15 consecutive years (between 1996 and2011).This is a record that may never be beaten.
A mix of six and eight-cylinder engines in sedan, wagon as well as ute body styles formed a comprehensive Commodore range.. The fastest andmost powerful models sat under the HSV sub-brand.
The Commodore's status as an Australian-built model ended in late 2017, though the nameplate has been carried over to an imported, German-built Opel/Vauxhall model - much like the very first-generation version of the Commodore.
Pros
Cons
Superb ride and handling of VE/VF models (2006-2017)
Spacious, well presented cabins
Powerful and great-sounding V8 engines
Multiple variants make for a great choice
Commonality on the road
Now imported rather than designed, engineered and built in Australia
Newer, 3.0-litre V6 lacked torque
No V8s or rear-wheel drive forthe new Commodore launched in 2018
This is general information and should not be relied on as purchasing advice.