{"id":2665,"date":"2013-05-17T19:00:36","date_gmt":"2013-05-17T09:00:36","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.privatefleet.com.au\/?p=2665"},"modified":"2020-06-20T01:37:57","modified_gmt":"2020-06-19T15:37:57","slug":"holdens-not-lion-down-malibu-to-debut-with-vf-commodore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/makes-models\/holdens-not-lion-down-malibu-to-debut-with-vf-commodore\/","title":{"rendered":"Holden's Not Lion Down: Malibu to Debut With VF Commodore"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Holden-Malibu<\/a>Holden\u2019s all-new mid-size car, the Malibu has been awarded a maximum 5 star ANCAP safety rating ahead of its showroom debut next month.<\/p>\n

Holden Malibu\u2019s standard safety features include six airbags, a rear view camera and rear parking sensors and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) incorporating Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), brake assist, electronic brake distribution and traction control.<\/p>\n

Ensuring safer transport for children, Malibu also includes the ISOFIX child seat anchorage system, an international system for attaching child restraints to vehicles that assists in correct seat fitment. An Australian standard for ISOFIX seats is anticipated shortly.<\/p>\n

Holden\u2019s Manager for Vehicle Structure & Safety Integration, Steve Curtis said a five star safety rating was an important feature for new car buyers.<\/p>\n

\u201cHolden Malibu was designed to achieve the highest level of real-world safety and a five star rating offers important peace of mind for drivers and their passengers.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a global vehicle, Malibu has achieved maximum safety ratings in several overseas markets including the US, Europe and South Korea.\u201d<\/p>\n

In the event of a crash, Malibu provides a strong structure that comprises high-strength and ultra-high-strength steels, \"Holden-Malibu<\/a>full-length frame rails, a reinforced safety cage and impact-absorbing crush zones. This structure is designed to absorb the energy created in a crash and help preserve the structural integrity of the occupant compartment.<\/p>\n

Further, to meet global standards for protecting pedestrians against head injuries in the event of a crash, Holden Malibu uses energy-absorbing materials in the bonnet. Other energy-absorbing techniques for protecting pedestrians in the event of a collision include the strategic use of air space between the hood and hard objects underneath \u2013 such as the battery and engine \u2013 that could injure pedestrians.<\/p>\n

And with the Commodore, Holden has significantly increased the value of Commodore with new features and reduced recommended retail prices across the VF sedan and Sportwagon range by between $5,000 and $9,800.<\/p>\n

\"Holden-VF-Commodore-Evoke-front-side\"<\/a>Launching a simplified line-up, Holden has created the Evoke nameplate to kick-start the range, redefining \u2018entry level\u2019 and making class-leading technology standard on Australia\u2019s favourite family car.<\/p>\n

With a recommended retail price (RRP) of just $34,990, Evoke comes standard with Auto Park Assist for parallel and\u00a0 right angle parking as well as front and rear parking sensors and a rear view camera. In addition to its premium new interior, Evoke also brings a world of new technology to Australian drivers with:<\/p>\n

enhanced voice recognition, an eight-inch, high-resolution colour touch screen with Holden\u2019s MyLink app-embedded technology including voice recognition and Siri Eyes Free integration*, full iPod\u00ae integration and built-in apps like Pandora\u00ae and Stitcher SmartRadio\u2122.<\/p>\n

Holden has added exceptional value to its range opener and reduced the RRP by $5,000. Powered by the 3.0L V6 SIDI engine, Evoke also includes other advanced vehicle features as standard including:<\/p>\n

an electric park brake with automatic release, Hill Hold Control and Hill Start Assist, Trailer Sway Control and
\nremote vehicle start (automatic transmission only).<\/p>\n

Holden Executive Director Sales and Marketing, Philip Brook, said Evoke would play an important role in changing perceptions of Commodore.<\/p>\n

\u201cEvoke is a great car that people will want to own, it will be an aspirational vehicle. The features we\u2019ve made standard show Holden is serious about making world class technology accessible to all our customers,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cStarting with Evoke we have simplified Commodore\u2019s pricing and value walk up with logical price and equipment increments and very strong sports and luxury identities.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe think Commodore represents unbelievable value and will win over a new generation of Australians.\u201d<\/p>\n

Stepping up from Evoke, Holden\u2019s Calais combines luxury features with VF\u2019s cutting edge technology for under $40,000.<\/p>\n

The high-end styling and features of Calais have made it one of Commodore\u2019s most successful and long-running nameplates. Holden has wound back the Calais RRP by more than $8,000 to just $39,990.<\/p>\n

Calais also gains Blind Spot Alert and Reverse Traffic Alert, sensor key and push button start technology in addition to\"vf-commodore<\/a> the styling Calais drivers expect, including front and rear premium design features and chrome accents.<\/p>\n

The luxurious high-end Calais V has an RRP $46,990 (reduced by $9,800) and Calais V is also available with the 6.0L Gen IV V8 engine for $52,990 (reduced by $9,000).<\/p>\n

\u201cCalais V embodies premium sports luxury – it\u2019s become the flagship of the Commodore range. Calais V benefits from luxury craftsmanship and design and the highest levels of technology. We believe it rivals European competitors,\u201d Mr Brook said.<\/p>\n

Calais V gains advanced safety technologies including Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning and a colour Head-up Display.<\/p>\n

It also adds high-end luxury features such as heated front seats, electric eight-way adjustable driver seat and satellite navigation with full colour mapping with live traffic updates and traffic management control. Calais V sedan also gains Holden VF Calais interiorthe Bose\u00ae premium audio system and sunroof.<\/p>\n

Commodore\u2019s performance variants – SV6 and SS – gain VF sophistication and retain the unique sporty character these models are famous for.<\/p>\n

Holden has improved the value of the SV6, with a reduced RRP of $35,990 (down $6,800), and boosted the value of the iconic SS reducing its RRP by $5,800 to $41,990. SV6 is powered by the 3.6L SIDI V6 with the SS stepping up to the 6.0L Gen IV V8 engine, both are standard with a 6-speed manual transmission.<\/p>\n

Building on Evoke specifications, SV6 and SS gain Blind Spot Alert and Reverse Traffic Alert technologies in addition to their bold front and rear sports styling, side skirts, lip spoiler (on sedan) and chrome exhaust tip. A wing spoiler is now available as a factory-fitted option on sedan for $500 on sports models.<\/p>\n

\u201cHolden sports models have a very clear performance identity within the Commodore line-up and they\u2019re taking a huge leap forward with VF. They really are a class above the competitors with game-changing technology and Holden\u2019s performance credentials,\u201d Mr Brook said.<\/p>\n

\"holden-vf-commodore-ssv-\"<\/a>\u201cOur enthusiast customers are our biggest fans and great supporters of the Holden brand. In the run-out of VE we\u2019ve practically sold out of V8 models and dealers are reporting huge interest in the SS and other sports models.<\/p>\n

\u201cSS V-Series cranks up sports performance another notch and for just $3,500 customers can can gain new 19 inch alloys, leather appointed seats, satellite navigation, multi-function driver information display and sensor key technology with Holden VF SS-Vpush button start.\u201d<\/p>\n

The RRP for SS V is now under $50,000, reduced by $9,800 to $45,490. SS V Redline now starts at $51,490 for sedan, a roll back of $6,300. Redline adds Forward Collision Alert, Lane Departure Warning and Head-up Display on all body styles as well as the premium Bose\u00ae audio system and sunroof on sedan models.<\/p>\n

SS V Redline is the ultimate in rear-wheel drive sports performance with Brembo\u00ae brakes, forged 19 inch alloys and an updated sports-tuned FE3 suspension package.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe Holden engineering team is really proud of what they\u2019ve been able to achieve with Redline. VF Redline also has wider rear wheels for extra traction and includes competition mode with launch control and track settings for the true enthusiasts who participate in track days,\u201d Mr Brook said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe launched the Redline range at Series II and it\u2019s been a huge success. Within two years it\u2019s carved out a spot at the top of the ladder as the absolute best in luxury, sports performance.\u201d<\/p>\n

Mr Brook said Holden dealers could now take orders for VF Commodore models with the start of production later this month.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur goal with VF was to help customers find the car that suits them by simplifying our line-up \u2013 whether it\u2019s a family, an enthusiast, or a luxury car buyer \u2013 which also makes it easier for dealers and helps reduce complexity in our manufacturing operations,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

\u201cVF Commodore has amazing, world-leading technology, sophisticated design and performance credentials that make it an incredible package. And what makes us most proud is that we designed, engineered and built Commodore in Australia.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe have a new creative marketing direction for the Holden brand and we\u2019re reasserting ourselves in an incredibly competitive market.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor Commodore, we\u2019re deliberately launching with a \u2018wow\u2019 pricing strategy that we think will make buying a Commodore a very easy decision and bring people back to the large car segment.\u201d http:\/\/credit-n.ru\/offers-zaim\/creditplus-online-zaimi.html<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Holden\u2019s all-new mid-size car, the Malibu has been awarded a maximum 5 star ANCAP safety rating ahead of its showroom debut next month. Holden Malibu\u2019s standard safety features include six airbags, a rear view camera and rear parking sensors and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) incorporating Anti-lock Braking System (ABS), brake assist, electronic brake distribution and […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[54],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2665","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-makes-models"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2665","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2665"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2665\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12182,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2665\/revisions\/12182"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2665"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2665"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.privatefleet.com.au\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2665"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}