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    Holden Viva Australia

    Holden Viva Australia

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    $2,090

    One of Holden’s many rebadged models, this one from a Daewoo Lacetti, the Holden Viva was a somewhat unloved model from the much-loved brand, a low-powered hatchback as a budget alternative to the European-sourced Astra.

    The Astra not only remained more popular, but also outlived the Viva which lasted in Australia for only a few years until it was essentially replaced by the (imported at first, then later Australian-built) Holden Cruze.

    The line-up currently starts at $2,090 for the Viva (base) and ranges through to $3,850 for the range-topping Viva (base).

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    8.8L/100km (combined)
    Hatchback
    4 Speed Automatic
    Unleaded Petrol
    2009 2008 2007 2006 2005
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    Holden Viva FAQs

    Why won't the revs on my 2007 Holden Viva drop back down?

    Symptoms like this one are often traceable to a faulty stepper-motor which is a small electric motor that controls the position of the car’s throttle and, therefore, the speed at which it idles. If this little electric motor goes awry, the idle speed can stay too high, which is precisely the symptom you’re reporting.

    The other likely culprit is a vacuum leak from somewhere on the inlet side of the engine which is allowing too much air into the engine and causing the idle speed to increase. Check for split hoses around the engine bay and don’t forget to check the plumbing associated with the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve which can also crack and allow excess air into the intake manifold.

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    2007 Viva or 2002 Falcon?

    They are very different cars, the Viva is small, the Falcon big, so it comes down to what you want from them. The Viva is newer and will have done fewer kilometres, the Falcon is getting old and is likely to have done lots of kilometres. That said, Falcons tend to be relatively reliable at high kilometres, so if you are after reliability that's probably the better bet for you.

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    Reliability of Viva timing belts or chains?

    Regardless of the engine work, the Viva is not a good car. For similar money, in a small wagon, I'd go every time for a Mitsubishi Lancer.

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    Holden Viva Wheel Size

    The Holden Viva has a number of different wheel and tyre options. When it comes to tyres, these range from 195x55 R15 for Sedan in 2009 with a wheel size that spans from 6x15 inches.
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    Holden Viva Towing Capacity

    The Holden Viva has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg for the latest model available.
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    Holden Viva Pricing & Specs

    The price range for the Holden Viva varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $2,090 and going to $3,630 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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    Holden Viva Fuel consumption

    The Holden Viva is available in a number of variants and body types that are powered by ULP fuel type(s). It has an estimated fuel consumption starting from 8.8L/100km for Sedan
    Year Body Type Fuel Consumption* Engine Fuel Type Transmission
    2009 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2009 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2009 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2008 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2008 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 5 SP MAN
    2008 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2007 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2007 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2007 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 5 SP MAN
    2006 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 5 SP MAN
    2006 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2006 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2005 Body Type: Sedan Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    2005 Body Type: Wagon Fuel Consumption: 7.4L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 5 SP MAN
    2005 Body Type: Hatchback Fuel Consumption: 8.8L/100km Engine: 1.8L Fuel Type: ULP Transmission: 4 SP AUTO
    *Combined fuel consumption
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    Holden Viva Dimensions

    The dimensions of the Holden Viva Sedan and Wagon and Hatchback vary according to year of manufacture and spec level.
    The dimensions shown above are for the base model.
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