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Holden Commodore Specs, Engines & Dimensions (1997–2002) — Third Generation

The third-generation Holden Commodore pairs family-friendly practicality with genuine rear-wheel-drive character. Available as a Sedan or Estate 5-door, it offers a choice of manual or automatic transmissions, giving Australian drivers a well-rounded large car for daily duties and long-distance comfort.

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Holden Commodore Engines and Transmissions

The Holden Commodore engine range balances usable performance with everyday drivability. In the Sedan, a 4.9-litre gasoline unit can be paired with a manual transmission, rewarding drivers who enjoy a more engaged feel. Meanwhile, the Estate 5-door offers a 5.7-litre gasoline engine matched to an automatic, making relaxed progress easy even when fully loaded. Both configurations send power to the rear wheels, which suits towing and spirited driving alike.

Sedan — Holden Commodore Engines and Transmissions

Sedan Holden Commodore Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.8 MTGasoline3791 cm³200 hp147 kW304 N⋅mManualRWD
3.8 MTGasoline3791 cm³207 hp152 kW305 N⋅mManualRWD
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³207 hp152 kW305 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³233 hp171 kW375 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
4.9 MTGasoline4918 cm³243 hp178 kW400 N⋅mManualRWD
5.7 MTGasoline5665 cm³306 hp225 kW460 N⋅mManualRWD
5.7 ATGasoline5665 cm³306 hp225 kW460 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
5.7 MTGasoline5665 cm³320 hp235 kW464 N⋅mManualRWD
5.7 ATGasoline5665 cm³320 hp235 kW464 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Estate 5-door — Holden Commodore Engines and Transmissions

Estate 5-door Holden Commodore Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
3.8 MTGasoline3791 cm³200 hp147 kW304 N⋅mManualRWD
3.8 MTGasoline3791 cm³207 hp152 kW305 N⋅mManualRWD
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³207 hp152 kW305 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
5.7 ATGasoline5665 cm³306 hp225 kW460 N⋅mAutomaticRWD
3.8 ATGasoline3791 cm³233 hp171 kW375 N⋅mAutomaticRWD

Holden Commodore Dimensions

Sedan — Holden Commodore Dimensions

Sedan Holden Commodore Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
3.8 MT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1550 kg
3.8 MT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1575 kg
3.8 AT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1620 kg
3.8 AT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1655 kg
4.9 MT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1600 kg
5.7 MT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1640 kg
5.7 AT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1670 kg
5.7 MT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1615 kg
5.7 AT4891 mm1842 mm1425 mm2788 mm1615 kg

Estate 5-door — Holden Commodore Dimensions

Estate 5-door Holden Commodore Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
3.8 MT5040 mm1845 mm1545 mm2940 mm1550 kg
3.8 MT5040 mm1845 mm1545 mm2940 mm1575 kg
3.8 AT5040 mm1845 mm1545 mm2940 mm1620 kg
5.7 AT5040 mm1845 mm1545 mm2940 mm1670 kg
3.8 AT5040 mm1845 mm1545 mm2940 mm1655 kg

Holden Commodore Cargo Space

Sedan — Holden Commodore Cargo Space

Sedan Holden Commodore Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume min
3.8 MT475 l
3.8 MT475 l
3.8 AT475 l
3.8 AT475 l
4.9 MT475 l
5.7 MT475 l
5.7 AT475 l
5.7 MT475 l
5.7 AT475 l

Estate 5-door — Holden Commodore Cargo Space

Estate 5-door Holden Commodore Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
3.8 MT470 l2685 l
3.8 MT470 l2685 l
3.8 AT470 l2685 l
5.7 AT470 l2685 l
3.8 AT470 l2685 l