HSV Clubsport VR, VS 185i V8 (252 Hp)
HSV Clubsport:
The Holden Special Vehicles ClubSport or "Clubby" is a performance full-size sedan built by Holden Special Vehicles from 1990 to 2017. With HSV being Holden's designated performance vehicle division. A wagon variant was offered in the VR series, and later in the E-Series.
The Clubsport was introduced in the VN series, launched in June 1990, with a Holden V8 engine at 180 kW. The VP series Clubsport, launched October 1991 had the same power, the VP Clubsport 5000i, launched in May 1993 being at 200 kW. VR Series and VS series Clubsport with a Holden V8 at 185 kW , with the VR series including a Clubsport wagon....(Read more on Wikipedia)
VR, VS Overview:
HSV Clubsport (VR, VS). With 400 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1550 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 6.7 s). The top speed reaches 247 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • High-performance engine delivering 252 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 6.7 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 555 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VN, VP: 1991 - 1993).
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| Brand: | HSV |
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| Model: | Clubsport |
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| Generation: | VR, VS |
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| Modification (Engine): | 185i V8 (252 Hp) |
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| Start of production: | 1993 |
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| End of production: | 1997 |
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| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
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| Body type: | Sedan |
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| Seats: | 5 |
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| Doors: | 4 |
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| Engine: |
| Power: | 252 Hp @ 4600 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 50.5 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 400 Nm @ 3800 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 4987 |
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| Number of cylinders: | 8 |
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| Engine configuration: | V-engine |
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| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
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| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
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| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 76.8 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 8.4:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 6.7 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 6.7 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 247 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 6.2 kg/Hp, 162.6 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.9 kg/Nm, 258.1 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 6.4 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1550 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 555 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4861 mm mm [4mm less] |
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| Width: | 1794 mm mm [18mm less] |
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| Height: | 1448 mm mm [45mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2736 mm mm [5mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1485 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1485 mm |
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| Powertrain: |
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
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| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
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| Number of gears | 5 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Tires size | 235/45 R17 93V |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 17 ET48 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
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