Introduced in 1984 the VK series of Commodore was the last evolution of the "Classic" Commodore body style, the other major change this model was the new designations for the different trim levels with the SL/X and SL/E variants dropped and replaced with the Berlina and Calais models and the addition of an Executive model that was aimed primarily at the Fleet market.
See Autopedia's comprehensive Holden VK Commodore Review.
Design Changes[]
Design changes from the previous model included replacing the previous models 'eggshell" and 'slat style radiator grill with a three louver style polypropylene one, the addition of 1/4 glass windows behind each 'C' pillar to create a "glass house" style cabin and the replacement of the old style chrome bumper bars with modern polypropylene bumper bars. The interior was left largely unchanged save for replacing several foam and vinyl dash trim pieces with more rigid plastic components while the Calais model was also equipped with a unique digital gauge cluster.
Styles and Major Options[]
Certain vehicles come in different trim levels or body styles. Features and major options should be mentioned here.
Pricing[]
| MODEL Trims | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SL | Berlina | Calais | SS | |
| Dealer Prices (1984 to 1986) | ||||
| $11,200AUD | $14,000AUD | $19,400AUD | $Price4 | |
| Invoice | ||||
| $Price1 | $Price2 | $Price3 | $Price4 | |
Gas Mileage[]
Add more fields as necessary.
As seen on the FuelEconomy.gov website, the City/Highway MPG averages are as follows:
| Trim | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Trim1 | Trim2 | Trim3 | Trim4 |
| MPG | |||
| c/h | c/h | c/h | c/h |
Engine and Transmission[]
Specifications, details, graphs, pictures and other information regarding the powertrain is placed in this section.
Performance[]
Please make sure to write information of the vehicle's performance in a third-person point of view. This section should include information about the car's acceleration figures, handling, braking, etc.
If using information gathered from Road Test articles from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.
Reliability[]
Warranty options and scheduled maintenance information should be mentioned here.
Safety[]
This section should reference points on safety ratings and features of the vehicle.
Photos[]
Add Photos of the vehicle here.
Please make sure not to use copyrighted photos.
Colors[]
List the colors that the particular <MODEL> is offered in.
Main Competitors[]
Create links to other <MAKE> <MODEL> pages in this section.
Hybrid Models[]
If there are hybrid versions of this vehicle manufactured, then please elaborate a little bit on it here.
Unique Attributes[]
If there are any features of this vehicle that sets it apart from other vehicles in its class, then mention those unique attributes here.
Interior[]
This section should include information on the interior's design, build quality, ergonomics, space (head and legroom, front and rear), features, stowage compartments and overall comfort and livability. Add pictures wherever applicable and keep information in a third-person point of view.
Resale Values[]
Add more fields as necessary.
| <MODEL> Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Year X | Year X-2 | Year X-3 | Year X-4 |
| Resale Value | |||
| $ | $ | $ | $ |
Criticisms[]
Please make sure to keep critiques in a third-person point of view. If using criticisms from a reputable automotive source, then please make sure to cite the quote.
Generations[]
Fill in as many as appropriate. Add more if necessary and pictures wherever applicable.
Please make sure NOT to use copyrighted pictures.
Current Generation: (YYYY–present)[]
Fifth generation (YYYY–YYYY)[]
Fourth generation (YYYY–YYYY)[]
Third generation (YYYY–YYYY)[]
Second generation (YYYY–YYYY)[]
First Generation/Origins (YYYY–YYYY)[]
Worldwide[]
If the vehicle is sold in other markets worldwide, then this is the section to mention that information. Also, mention if the <MODEL> goes by another name in these other markets.
Design quirks and oddities[]
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the vehicle in this section.
Awards[]
List out notable awards that the model has received while in production. Boldface the company or organization that gives out the award, and Italicize the name of the award.
See Also[]
| HOLDEN | ||
|
Buick | Cadillac | Chevrolet | GMC | Holden | Hummer | Opel | Vauxhall | Daewoo Current: Barina · Caprice · Captiva · Combo · Commodore · Colorado · Statesman · Ute · Epica · Cruze · Barina Spark · Volt Commodore Variants: VS · VB · VC · VH · VK · VL · VN · VP · VR · VT · VX · VY · VZ · VE Historic: Adventra . Apollo · Astra · Belmont · Brougham · Calibra · Camira · Crewman . Holden Cruze AWD · Drover · EH · FB · Frontera · FJ · FX · Gemini · Jackaroo · Kingswood · Monaro · Nova · One Tonner . Piazza · Premier · Rodeo · Sandman · Scurry · Shuttle · Special · Standard · Suburban · Sunbird · Tigra · Torana · Vectra · Zafira · Viva · Barina · Omega Concept: ECOmmodore · EFIJY · Torana GTR-X Concept · Nations Cup Monaro Concept · Sandman Concept · SST Concept · SSX Concept · Torana TT36 Concept · UTEster Concept · Coupe 60 Concept · Hurricane Concept Holden Special Vehicles · Statesman | ||
| James Alexander Holden | Corporate website | A division of General Motors |
External Links[]
Please include any external sites that were used in collaborating this data, including manufacturer sites, in this section.
News and References
Enthusiast Sites and Discussion Forums