Holden Commodore (VH)
car model
The Holden Commodore (VH) is a mid-size car that was produced by Holden from 1981 to 1984. It was the third iteration of the first generation of the Holden Commodore.
History
The VH Commodore was released on 5 October 1981. The frontal appearance was a mild facelift to the VC Commodore, with a new horizontal-slat grille and new lighting components designed to give a lower, wider look, and for interest of aerodynamics. It continued to be available as sedan and station wagon, with new taillight clusters utilized on sedan models.
With the effects of the 1979 energy crisis ending, buyers gravitated towards the larger Ford Falcon rival, rather than the mid-size Commodore. Thus for the first time since its introduction, the Holden Commodore lost its position as Australia's best-selling car.
Production of this model ceased in February 1984, to be replaced by the much further facelifted Holden Commodore (VK).
Powertrains
The engines were carried over but revisions were made to the 1.9- and 2.85-litre engines to improve fuel economy. Gains of 12.5 and 14 percent respectively were made to the city cycle fuel economy figures.
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