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Holden Calais 1996
The 1996 Holden Calais carries a braked towing capacity of up to 2100 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.
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Holden Calais 1996 Price and Specs
Holden Calais 1996 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1996 Holden Calais will vary depending on model chosen, although keep in mind that many manufacturers offer alternate wheel sizes as options on many models.The wheel size available will alter the range of tyres available to be fitted. Standard wheel sizes on the Holden Calais vary from 15x6 inches to 16x7 inches.
| Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Sedan | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
| base | Sedan | — | 16x7 inches | — | 16x7 inches | |
Holden Calais 1996 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1996 Holden Calais are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1794mm x 1443mm and can vary on the basis of model.
| Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Sedan | 1443x1794x4861 mm | 143 mm | |
Holden Calais 1996 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1996 Holden Calais is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Calais currently offers fuel consumption from 9.4 to 12L/100km. The Holden Calais is available with the following fuel types: ULP and PULP.
| Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9.4L/100km | |
| base | Sedan | 3.8L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 10.3L/100km | |
| base | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 12L/100km | |
Holden Calais 1996 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Calais 1996 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Calais backfiring
The backfire you are hearing is the gas igniting in the intake manifold, which is quite common with cars running on LPG. A random spark usually causes it, and the plug leads usually cause that. It's not the LPG. I'd take it back to the installer and get his help.
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Breathing space
Thanks Steve. Hopefully it will provide the answer.
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Holden Calais 1996 Towing capacity
The Holden Calais has maximum towing capacity of 2100kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.
| Holden Calais Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| base | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
| base | Sedan | 5.0L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
| base | Sedan | 3.8L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
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