THE GLOBAL CAR CATALOG

Holden Calais Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1997–2006) — Third Generation

The third-generation Holden Calais is the luxury-leaning sedan in Holden's large-car family, built around rear-wheel drive, generous cabin space and relaxed highway manners rather than outright sportiness.

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Holden Calais Engines and Transmissions

Each Holden Calais engine here is a large-capacity gasoline V8 sending power rearward through an automatic transmission, as in the 5.0 AT and 5.7 AT sedans. Expect effortless low-rev pulling rather than high-rev urgency; this drivetrain layout suits long trips and towing, but fuel use stays high around town.

Sedan — Holden Calais Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Holden Calais Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³207 hp152 kW305 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³233 hp171 kW375 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
5.0 ATGasoline4981 cm³243 hp179 kW400 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
5.7 ATGasoline5665 cm³306 hp225 kW460 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Holden Calais Dimensions

Sedan — Holden Calais Dimensions

Sedan Holden Calais Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightGround clearance, minimum
3.8 AT4964 mm1842 mm1450 mm2788 mm1620 kg150 mm
3.8 AT4964 mm1842 mm1450 mm2788 mm1655 kg150 mm
5.0 AT4964 mm1842 mm1450 mm2788 mm1630 kg150 mm
5.7 AT4964 mm1842 mm1450 mm2788 mm1670 kg150 mm

Holden Calais Cargo Space

Sedan — Holden Calais Cargo Space

Sedan Holden Calais Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
3.8 AT475 l
3.8 AT475 l
5.0 AT475 l
5.7 AT475 l