2005 Holden Commodore SV8 Pictures, Specifications, Information

For 2005 Holden gave the Commodore SV8 a makeover to match the striking looks of its new six-cylinder performance hero sibling, the SV6. The competitively priced Commodore SV8 also benefits from an increase in standard specification to better align with the SV6.

The decision reflects customer feedback that most Holden performance car enthusiasts want to make a statement rather than blend into the crowd.

Alan Blazevic, Holden’s Marketing Manager Passenger Cars, said the move to give the Commodore SV8 the same sporty design cues as the popular Commodore SV6 was consistent with the company’s market-responsive philosophy.

The performance of Commodore SV8’s high output 250kW Gen III V8 engine is highlighted by more overt sports styling cues –a deep front facia with fog lamps, large air dam with hexagonal mesh insert, mesh grille, black bezel headlamps, side and rear skirts and sports styled five-spoke alloy wheels.

The 2005 Commodore SV8 offers body-coloured exterior mirrors, leather wrap steering wheel, power windows all round, side impact airbags and sports styled or optional leather trim. Among new colour choices for 2005 is the brilliant Impulse blue to be shared with Commodore SV6 and SS.

Increases in power and torque delivered with the launch of the VZ Commodore SV8 and Commodore SS (335 bhp @ 5600rpm, 347 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm) were complemented by improved braking systems which feature Brake Assist and Electronic Brakeforce Distribution.