Overview

More than half a century ago (1951 to be exact) that's when it began. Two door cabin, tray at the rear, a big six with three on the tree and rear wheel drive. A legend was born. The Holden Ute.

Ready for Everything

If you still think the great Australian utility is just a work vehicle, the new Series II Ute will set you straight. It's up for whatever you want to throw at it - or in it - of course, but that legendary Holden muscle is now matched with some serious technological grunt. It also features enhanced body styling to match a driving experience that's more dynamic than ever. And because you can never have too much of a good thing, we've added a stunning new model to the line up - the range-topping Redline Edition. Built to work. Designed for pleasure. The new Series II Ute is everything you ever wanted.

You want more? You got it. Meet the all-new leader of the Series II Ute pack. The range topping, head-turning Redline Edition takes the benchmark-setting feature list of the SS V-Series and cranks it up to a whole new level of excitement, with signature 19-inch polished forged alloys and the legendary stopping power of Brembo high-performance brakes.

Practically perfect, inside and out

Doesn't matter where you are, or where you're headed, the new touch-screen Holden-iQ System ensures there's never a dull moment. You can pick and play your favourite iPod tracks. You can chat hands-free with your mates, browse your contacts and check your call history via Enhanced Bluetooth. You can even get live traffic updates, then use your Sat Nav to avoid a jam. Everything you'll want for the journey, it's now all integrated and all at your fingertips.

Full on exhilaration

The roads are empty, the tank is full, and the dynamic Series II Ute is at your command. Quick off the line, centred on the open road and tight through the bends, it connects driver, vehicle and road as only a Holden can. Under the bonnet, your choice of SIDI Direct Injection V6 or Gen IV V8 powers this sports-inspired ride and handling with greater fuel economy than ever before, while giving you the added option to run on Bio-ethanol.

Where does the road lead today - a big day at work, or a long weekend of play? No matter what you've got packed in the back, or how much of it, the power and practicality of the new Series II Ute makes it easy to get there, and effortless to load, secure and protect your cargo for the journey. It's the perfect workmate and the ideal travel buddy, rolled into one.

Fuel of the Future

Bio-Ethnaol - The intelligent fuel of the future

Bio-ethanol (also known as E85, a blend of up to 85% ethanol and 15% petrol) capable Commodores join the smart Ecoline range of Holden vehicles which use a future-friendly alternative fuel or fuel-saving technology.

More power

Although there is less energy in a litre of E85, which means less range than petrol, the ethanol component has a higher octane rating, so you may notice an increase in power and overall performance for your car.

Flexible fuel choices

Bio-ethanol capable Commodores are 'flex-fuel', meaning they can run on regular ULP or premium petrol as well as Bio-ethanol and E10.

Changing Australia's fuel landscape

Bio-ethanol technology is so clever that within a few years we aim to create the fuel from everyday materials, including household waste.

Holden is working with the Victorian State Government and a group of leading companies to establish a second generation ethanol facility, capable of turning materials such as household rubbish and builing waste into more than 200 million litres of ethanol a year.

Efficiency & Power

Next-generation Spark Ignition Direct Injection (SIDI) technology produces greater power and smoother power delivery over a broad rev range, with increased fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions. Coupled with silky 6-speed automatic transmission, your SIDI V6 delivers great performance and efficiency results.

Fuel Saving Technology

Holden's commitment to increased fuel efficiency means the powerful SIDI V6 delivers better economy than some four-cylinder cars. Active Fuel Management (AFM) on V8s saves fuel by adapting to differing driving conditions

Safety

If the long list of standard features like side airbags, curtain airbags and Electronic Stability Control wasn't enough, now Commodore comes with the added assurance of a 5 start ANCAP safety rating across the range - the highest rating possible on Australian roads.

ANCAP

Holden Calais has been independently assessed by the Government-endorsed Australasian New Car Assessment Program (ANCAP). After four internationally recognised crash tests and analysis, every model in the range earned the maximum 5-star ANCAP safety rating.

Airbags

Holden-iQ System

Audio

Navigation - Smart Sat Nav with Traffic Alerts

Your expert personal navigator. Knows the best route, avoids traffic jams. Clever, adaptable and easy to like.

Enhanced Bluetooth®

Fully integrated - so keeping in touch while you keep on the move has never been simpler.

Rear View Camera

Keeps a sharp eye out when you're reversing in tight spots and acts as a smart safety feature.

Dual Zone Climate Control

Some like it hot, others do not. Dual Zone Climate Control now standard across the rang. Individual driver and front passenger settings display on the Holden-iQ touch-screen.

DVD Player

Lights, camera, action. Entertain back-seat passengers while you relax at the wheel.

Priority Key

Press unlock and your pre-sets swing into action.

Steering Wheel Controls

At your fingertips - all your audio choices. Skip from radio to CD to iPOD®. Crank it up, mute it. User your phone, call up the trip computer.