{"id":2214,"date":"2026-04-04T10:33:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-04T10:33:32","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/australianholden.com\/?page_id=2214"},"modified":"2026-04-16T04:27:47","modified_gmt":"2026-04-16T04:27:47","slug":"vs-holden-commodore-trim-levels","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/vs-commodore\/vs-holden-commodore-trim-levels\/","title":{"rendered":"VS Holden Commodore Trim Levels"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/\">Commodore Home<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/australianholden.com\/index.php\/australian-holden\/commodores\/vs-commodore\/\">VS Commodore<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Released in April 1995, the VS Holden Commodore was the final and most refined version of the VN\u2013VP\u2013VR platform. While the exterior styling remained largely unchanged from the VR, the VS introduced the all-new Ecotec 3.8-litre V6, delivering better power, improved fuel economy, and significantly enhanced reliability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For many enthusiasts, the VS represents the best all-round classic Commodore of the 1990s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore Model Range Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The VS Commodore was available in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sedan<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wagon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Utility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Trim levels included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Commodore Executive<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commodore Berlina<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commodore Calais<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commodore S<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Commodore SS<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>HSV VS Range (ClubSport, Senator, GTS \u2013 separate)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore Executive<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Executive was the best-selling VS variant, balancing value and comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3.8L Ecotec V6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5.0L V8 (304 cu in)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4-speed automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Upgraded cloth trim<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Body-colour bumpers and mirrors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Optional cruise control and air conditioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Executives are plentiful and excellent daily-drivable classics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore Berlina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Berlina added a noticeable step up in comfort and refinement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3.8L Ecotec V6<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>5.0L V8 (304 cu in)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4-speed automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Velour interior<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alloy wheels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Power windows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cruise control<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Berlina models are often well maintained and great long-distance cruisers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore Calais<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Calais was the luxury flagship of the 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class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>3.8L Ecotec V6<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5-speed manual<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4-speed automatic<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sports suspension tuning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Body kit and rear spoiler<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alloy wheels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sports cloth interior<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Often modified \u2014 original examples are becoming rare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore SS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Description<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The VS SS was Holden\u2019s last locally built 5.0-litre V8 Commodore, making it highly significant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Engine Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5.0L V8 (304 cu in)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Transmission Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5-speed manual only<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key Features<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Sports suspension<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Four-wheel disc brakes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SS body kit and badging<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Performance instrumentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Buyer Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The VS SS is one of the most collectible non-HSV Commodores ever built.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">VS Commodore Engines Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3.8L Ecotec V6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>More power and torque than earlier V6s<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Better fuel economy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strong long-term reliability<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intake manifold gaskets can still fail with age<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5.0L V8 (304)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul 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