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Oracle of DelphiHolden Cruze
March 1st 2009 05:41
The Australian debut of the all-new Holden Cruze headlines Holden’s presence at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show.
The stunning new small car range will be among no fewer than 25 vehicles on the stand, representing Holden’s broad vehicle offering covering a range of segments, prices and alternative fuel solutions.
GM Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Mark Reuss said the motor show stand highlighted how Holden was moving with the changing needs and desires of motorists.
"This show is about more than cars; it’s about responding to change and offering realistic, high value solutions for Australian car buyers,” Reuss said.
“We understand these tough market conditions call for an innovative approach to diversifying our product range.
“ Cruze is among the products on our stand which highlight the product diversity and quality of Australia’s own car company.”
Cruze
Cruze will enter Australia’s small car segment when it goes on sale in the second quarter of 2009, offering motorists space, safety, value and large car comfort.
Powered by a 1.8 litre 4 cylinder petrol or optional 2.0 litre turbo charged diesel, Cruze will offer the choice of a five speed manual transmission or six speed automatic transmission with Active Select.
With a sporty design, exceptional fit and finish and one of the most advanced interiors in the small car market, Cruze will set the benchmark for Holden’s future small car strategy.
Special Edition Commodore International – Sedan and Sportwagon
Commencing production mid March 2009, the Special Edition Commodore International pack will feature an impressive level of standard features.
Providing two value offers for retail customers, the Special Edition International Commodore Sedan and Sportwagon have both been awarded a maximum five star safety rating by ANCAP.
Unique product features include 18” alloy wheels, foglamps, a 6-disc CD changer, leather appointed seat trim and steering wheel, bluetooth for compatible mobile phones and rear park assist on sedan.
The Commodore International sedan can be fitted dual fuel LPG, expanding Holden’s range of LPG compatible vehicles and adding yet another model to the Holden EcoLine range.
The automatic VE Commodore International sedan has a Recommended Retail Price (RRP) of $33,990 Driveaway. At just a $2,000 premium, the Sportwagon variant will have a RRP of $35,990 Driveaway.
VE Range
A number of VE models will join the Special Edition International pack including the Commodore Omega sedan which has been awarded a maximum five star safety rating from ANCAP.
The result reflects the introduction of a steering column shroud energy absorber across the VE sedan range that helps to reduce driver knee injuries, and a passenger seat belt reminder on the Omega sedan, introduced in October 2008.
These improvements are in addition to the front passenger side impact airbags and curtain airbags that were made standard across the range last year.
The popular Sportwagon line-up will also be on display offering comfort, safety and styling, combined with sedan-like ride and handling.
Since it was launched in July 2008, Sportwagon has sold more vehicles than any SUV in the market, ensuring Commodore remained the bestselling vehicle in Australia for the 13 th consecutive year.
VE Ute offers more features, more useable interior space, greater storage flexibility and more performance than any of its Holden predecessors.
The Holden stand features an Omega Ute fitted with dual fuel LPG and demonstrates how the new LPG system is cleanly integrated into the Ute’s tub liner.
Captiva
Two versions of the popular Captiva are on the stand demonstrating why this vehicle has become one of Australia’s best selling SUVs.
The 2WD Captiva SX diesel, which combines the five-seat space of a medium SUV with segment-leading fuel economy (7.2 litres per 100 kms manual, 8.5 litres per 100 kms automatic), and the AWD Captiva LX.
Both vehicles feature Traction Control, Active Rollover Protection, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and curtain airbags as standard.
Colorado
The powerful Colorado 4x4 light truck delivers high levels of performance and load carrying capability with the turbo diesel engine delivering a three tonne braked towing capacity.
Offered in a wide range of body styles, engine types and specifications the Colorado delivers durability, power and features.
Epica
GM Holden is showcasing the value-packed mid-size Epica sedan, available as a fuel efficient four-cylinder turbo diesel engine with a six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags standard across the range.
The introduction of significant safety features such as ESC and six airbags as standard across the range compliment an already comprehensive list of safety features which includes ABS, Traction Control and Electronic Brake Force Distribution.
Small car range
Joining the all-new Cruze will be a selection of Holden’s small car range, including the upgraded 3-door Barina which recently received a four star ANCAP safety result.
The result reflects structural improvements and the addition of front side impact airbags as standard across the updated Barina hatchback range introduced in August 2008.
Barina is joined by the fuel efficient Astra CDTi Wagon, the sporty Astra SRi Turbo 3-door, the stylish Astra CD hatch and the stunning Astra TwinTop.
EcoLine
A range of vehicles on Holden’s stand are part of the Holden EcoLine range, highlighting the company’s broad use of alternative fuel or fuel saving technologies.
The Holden EcoLine range offers consumers affordable solutions to tackle rising fuel costs.
An LPG Commodore sedan and Ute are showcased alongside the fuel saving technology of Active Fuel Management (AFM).
AFM enables an eight cylinder vehicle to automatically operate on four cylinders in certain driving conditions and is standard on all automatic V8 models in the Holden range.
GM Holden is the first local manufacturer to develop this technology which in certain driving conditions can deliver fuel savings of up to one litre per 100 kilometres, with potential for even better results at constant cruising speeds.
Diesel vehicles including the 2WD Captiva SUV which boasts segment leading fuel efficiency and the mid-size Epica will also be on display.
Holden Vehicle Display – Melbourne International Motor Show 2009:
* JG Cruze CDX
* JG Cruze CDX
* JG Cruze CDX
* AH Astra CD 5-Door with ‘Style Pack’
* AH Astra CDTi Wagon
* AH Astra SRi Turbo 3-Door
* AH Astra TwinTop
* TK Barina 3-Door
* TK Barina sedan with optional pack
* EP Epica CDXi Diesel - Holden EcoLine
* VE Commodore SV6
* VE Commodore SS V-series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* VE Sportwagon International
* VE Sportwagon Calais V-Series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* WM Caprice (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* CG Captiva SX 2WD Diesel - Holden EcoLine
* CG Captiva LX AWD
* VE Commodore Omega
* VE Commodore International LPG - Holden EcoLine
* VE Ute Omega LPG - Holden EcoLine
* VE Ute SV6
* VE Ute SS V-Series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* RC Colorado LT-R 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
* RC Colorado LX 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
* RC Colorado LX 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
The stunning new small car range will be among no fewer than 25 vehicles on the stand, representing Holden’s broad vehicle offering covering a range of segments, prices and alternative fuel solutions.
GM Holden Chairman and Managing Director, Mark Reuss said the motor show stand highlighted how Holden was moving with the changing needs and desires of motorists.
"This show is about more than cars; it’s about responding to change and offering realistic, high value solutions for Australian car buyers,” Reuss said.
“We understand these tough market conditions call for an innovative approach to diversifying our product range.
“ Cruze is among the products on our stand which highlight the product diversity and quality of Australia’s own car company.”
Cruze
Cruze will enter Australia’s small car segment when it goes on sale in the second quarter of 2009, offering motorists space, safety, value and large car comfort.
Powered by a 1.8 litre 4 cylinder petrol or optional 2.0 litre turbo charged diesel, Cruze will offer the choice of a five speed manual transmission or six speed automatic transmission with Active Select.
With a sporty design, exceptional fit and finish and one of the most advanced interiors in the small car market, Cruze will set the benchmark for Holden’s future small car strategy.
Special Edition Commodore International – Sedan and Sportwagon
Commencing production mid March 2009, the Special Edition Commodore International pack will feature an impressive level of standard features.
Providing two value offers for retail customers, the Special Edition International Commodore Sedan and Sportwagon have both been awarded a maximum five star safety rating by ANCAP.
Unique product features include 18” alloy wheels, foglamps, a 6-disc CD changer, leather appointed seat trim and steering wheel, bluetooth for compatible mobile phones and rear park assist on sedan.
The Commodore International sedan can be fitted dual fuel LPG, expanding Holden’s range of LPG compatible vehicles and adding yet another model to the Holden EcoLine range.
The automatic VE Commodore International sedan has a Recommended Retail Price (RRP) of $33,990 Driveaway. At just a $2,000 premium, the Sportwagon variant will have a RRP of $35,990 Driveaway.
VE Range
A number of VE models will join the Special Edition International pack including the Commodore Omega sedan which has been awarded a maximum five star safety rating from ANCAP.
The result reflects the introduction of a steering column shroud energy absorber across the VE sedan range that helps to reduce driver knee injuries, and a passenger seat belt reminder on the Omega sedan, introduced in October 2008.
These improvements are in addition to the front passenger side impact airbags and curtain airbags that were made standard across the range last year.
The popular Sportwagon line-up will also be on display offering comfort, safety and styling, combined with sedan-like ride and handling.
Since it was launched in July 2008, Sportwagon has sold more vehicles than any SUV in the market, ensuring Commodore remained the bestselling vehicle in Australia for the 13 th consecutive year.
VE Ute offers more features, more useable interior space, greater storage flexibility and more performance than any of its Holden predecessors.
The Holden stand features an Omega Ute fitted with dual fuel LPG and demonstrates how the new LPG system is cleanly integrated into the Ute’s tub liner.
Captiva
Two versions of the popular Captiva are on the stand demonstrating why this vehicle has become one of Australia’s best selling SUVs.
The 2WD Captiva SX diesel, which combines the five-seat space of a medium SUV with segment-leading fuel economy (7.2 litres per 100 kms manual, 8.5 litres per 100 kms automatic), and the AWD Captiva LX.
Both vehicles feature Traction Control, Active Rollover Protection, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and curtain airbags as standard.
Colorado
The powerful Colorado 4x4 light truck delivers high levels of performance and load carrying capability with the turbo diesel engine delivering a three tonne braked towing capacity.
Offered in a wide range of body styles, engine types and specifications the Colorado delivers durability, power and features.
Epica
GM Holden is showcasing the value-packed mid-size Epica sedan, available as a fuel efficient four-cylinder turbo diesel engine with a six-speed automatic transmission with Active Select, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags standard across the range.
The introduction of significant safety features such as ESC and six airbags as standard across the range compliment an already comprehensive list of safety features which includes ABS, Traction Control and Electronic Brake Force Distribution.
Small car range
Joining the all-new Cruze will be a selection of Holden’s small car range, including the upgraded 3-door Barina which recently received a four star ANCAP safety result.
The result reflects structural improvements and the addition of front side impact airbags as standard across the updated Barina hatchback range introduced in August 2008.
Barina is joined by the fuel efficient Astra CDTi Wagon, the sporty Astra SRi Turbo 3-door, the stylish Astra CD hatch and the stunning Astra TwinTop.
EcoLine
A range of vehicles on Holden’s stand are part of the Holden EcoLine range, highlighting the company’s broad use of alternative fuel or fuel saving technologies.
The Holden EcoLine range offers consumers affordable solutions to tackle rising fuel costs.
An LPG Commodore sedan and Ute are showcased alongside the fuel saving technology of Active Fuel Management (AFM).
AFM enables an eight cylinder vehicle to automatically operate on four cylinders in certain driving conditions and is standard on all automatic V8 models in the Holden range.
GM Holden is the first local manufacturer to develop this technology which in certain driving conditions can deliver fuel savings of up to one litre per 100 kilometres, with potential for even better results at constant cruising speeds.
Diesel vehicles including the 2WD Captiva SUV which boasts segment leading fuel efficiency and the mid-size Epica will also be on display.
Holden Vehicle Display – Melbourne International Motor Show 2009:
* JG Cruze CDX
* JG Cruze CDX
* JG Cruze CDX
* AH Astra CD 5-Door with ‘Style Pack’
* AH Astra CDTi Wagon
* AH Astra SRi Turbo 3-Door
* AH Astra TwinTop
* TK Barina 3-Door
* TK Barina sedan with optional pack
* EP Epica CDXi Diesel - Holden EcoLine
* VE Commodore SV6
* VE Commodore SS V-series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* VE Sportwagon International
* VE Sportwagon Calais V-Series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* WM Caprice (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* CG Captiva SX 2WD Diesel - Holden EcoLine
* CG Captiva LX AWD
* VE Commodore Omega
* VE Commodore International LPG - Holden EcoLine
* VE Ute Omega LPG - Holden EcoLine
* VE Ute SV6
* VE Ute SS V-Series (AFM) - Holden EcoLine
* RC Colorado LT-R 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
* RC Colorado LX 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
* RC Colorado LX 4x4 Crew Cab Turbo Diesel
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