Segment: Luxury
Production years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
The Holden Statesman was the less-expensive version of the Caprice but offered a similar comfort level and performance since they shared the same engines and platform.
A long wheelbase had its advantages on long journeys, offering more comfort for passengers' rear seats. That is why Holden decided to introduce the Statesman, a longer version of the well-known Commodore sedan. The 2006 model was the largest rear-wheel-drive sedan offered by GM.
With its chromed rim around the pentagonal-shaped grille and swept, angular headlights, the Statesman looked imposing everywhere. Some lines might have resembled some of the Opel design, but the overall look was far from there. Compared to the rest of the vehicle, the long rear doors and short deck made the car look more dynamic.
The base version was not so luxurious as its Caprice sibling. It didn't even feature the Bose sound system, and the occupants had to deal with the more affordable Blaupunkt stereo. It was meant for comfortable journeys with its large seats for the front passengers and the rear profiled bench. It was made rather for personal use than for state officials. After all, businessmen have families too.
The main difference between the Caprice and the Statesman was the options. But the common ingredient was the engine bay. Both were offered with either a V6 or a V8 engine. The latter was an old design, without cylinder deactivation, two valves per cylinder, and pushrod distribution. The V6 was more fuel-efficient and paired with a modern automatic gearbox.
ENGINE SPECS - 3.6L V6 4AT (233 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V6 |
Displacement: | 3561 cm3 |
Power: | 195 KW @ 6500 RPM 265 HP @ 6500 RPM 261 BHP @ 6500 RPM |
Torque: | 251 lb-ft @ 2600 RPM 340 Nm @ 2600 RPM |
Fuel System: | Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 140 mph (225 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 8.6 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 4-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 225x50 R17 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 203.1 in (5159 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/63.7 in (1,603/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 118.5 in (3010 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.9 cuFT (535 L) |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3699 lbs (1678 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4630 lbs (2100 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 17.4 mpg US (13.5 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 29.4 mpg US (8 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 20.1 mpg US (11.7 L/100Km) |
ENGINE SPECS - 6.0L V8 6AT (367 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | V8 |
Displacement: | 5967 cm3 |
Power: | 270 KW @ 5700 RPM 367 HP @ 5700 RPM 362 BHP @ 5700 RPM |
Torque: | 391 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 530 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Electronic Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
Fuel capacity: | 19.8 gallons (75.0 L) |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed automatic |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 203.1 in (5159 mm) |
Width: | 74.8 in (1900 mm) |
Height: | 58.3 in (1481 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 63.1/63.7 in (1,603/1,618 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 118.5 in (3010 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 4.3 in (109 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 18.9 cuFT (535 L) |