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Holden Commodore 1997
This is what Ewan Kennedy liked most about this particular version of the Holden Commodore: Impressive handling, Roomy, Easy cars to do mechanical work on
The 1997 Holden Commodore 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 Commodore 1997 Q&As
Check out real-world situations relating to the Holden Commodore 1997 here, particularly what our experts have to say about them.
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Commodore not starting
It's the old story; it's either a problem on the fuel side or one of the spark side. My inclination is to check the fuel pump, Commodores had problems with the in-tank pump, and I'm thinking it's not supplying the fuel.
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Commodore loses power
Intermittent problems are always difficult to find if they don't occur when the mechanic is there to witness it, but I would be looking at an engine sensor, crank angle or O2, as the most likely cause.
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Holden Commodore 1997: Overheating
It's odd that these problems should start after you had the new radiator fitted. I would suspect that whoever did the work did it poorly. Take it to an air-conditioning specialist.
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Ask Smithy Xtra Commodore conversion to LPG
Many thousands of V6 Commodores have been successfully converted and there’s no reason to be afraid of converting your car. It would be fitted with an old style of system rather a new injection type, but there’s nothing wrong with that. A word of caution, however, is that you should make sure your engine is good and healthy before you convert it. It’s an old engine and I’m guessing it’s done lots of kays, so it’s worth having it thoroughly checked for tune and compression before you commit to the conversion.
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Holden Commodore 1997 Wheel size
Wheel size for the 1997 Holden Commodore 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.
Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Front Tyre Size | Front Rim | Rear Tyre Size | Rear Rim | |
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Executive | Sedan | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
Executive | Sedan | P205x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | P205x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
Esteem | Sedan | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
Equipe | Sedan | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
base | Ute | P205x65R15 | — | P205x65R15 | — | |
S | Ute | P205x65R15 | — | P205x65R15 | — | |
Executive | Wagon | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
Executive | Wagon | P205x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | P205x65 R15 | 15x6 inches | |
Esteem | Wagon | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches | |
Equipe | Wagon | — | 15x6 inches | — | 15x6 inches |
Holden Commodore 1997 Price and Specs
Pricing guides
Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Price from | Price to | |
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Acclaim | Sedan | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,860 | $4,400 | |
Berlina | Sedan | 5.0L PULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,070 | $6,050 | |
Berlina | Sedan | 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,740 | $5,500 | |
Berlina | Sedan | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,300 | $5,170 | |
(base) | Ute | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,860 | $4,400 | |
(base) | Ute | 3.8L ULP 5 SP MAN | $2,640 | $4,070 | |
S | Ute | 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,410 | $5,390 | |
S | Ute | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,080 | $4,840 | |
Acclaim | Wagon | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,860 | $4,510 | |
Berlina | Wagon | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $3,740 | $5,500 | |
Berlina | Wagon | 5.0L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $4,070 | $5,940 | |
Equipe | Wagon | 3.8L ULP 4 SP AUTO | $2,750 | $4,290 |
Holden Commodore 1997 Dimensions
Dimensions for the 1997 Holden Commodore are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1847mm x 1545mm and can vary on the basis of model.
Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Height x Width x Length | Ground Clearance | |
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Executive | Sedan | 1403x1794x4861 mm | 143 mm | |
Executive | Sedan | 1450x1842x4883 mm | 150 mm | |
Esteem | Sedan | 1403x1794x4861 mm | 143 mm | |
Executive | Sedan | 1450x1842x4884 mm | 150 mm | |
base | Ute | 1510x1794x4896 mm | 138 mm | |
S | Ute | 1510x1794x4896 mm | 138 mm | |
Executive | Wagon | 1422x1794x4903 mm | 143 mm | |
Executive | Wagon | 1545x1847x5042 mm | 153 mm | |
Esteem | Wagon | 1422x1794x4861 mm | 143 mm | |
Equipe | Wagon | 1422x1794x4903 mm | 143 mm |
Holden Commodore 1997 Towing capacity
The Holden Commodore’s towing capacity ranges from 1590kg to 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 Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Braked Capacity | |
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Executive | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 2100kg | |
Esteem | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
Executive | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
Equipe | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
base | Ute | 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1590kg | |
base | Ute | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1590kg | |
S | Ute | 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 1590kg | |
S | Ute | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 1590kg | |
Executive | Wagon | 3.8L,ULP,5 SP MAN | 2100kg | |
Esteem | Wagon | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
Executive | Wagon | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg | |
Equipe | Wagon | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 2100kg |
Holden Commodore 1997 Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption for the 1997 Holden Commodore is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Holden Commodore is available with the following fuel types: PULP and ULP.
Holden Commodore Model | Body Type | Specs | Fuel Consumption | |
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Berlina | Sedan | 5.0L,PULP,4 SP AUTO | — | |
Acclaim | Sedan | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 9.6L/100km | |
base | Ute | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 11.5L/100km | |
Acclaim | Wagon | 3.8L,ULP,4 SP AUTO | 10L/100km |