Holden Suburban 8KL35 6.5 i V8 1500 SLT (195 Hp)


Holden Suburban:

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8KL35 Overview:

Holden Suburban (8KL35). With 430 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. At around 2121 kg, it’s on the heavier side. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A sport utility vehicle offering higher ground clearance and versatile cargo space. With seating for 9, it’s perfect for larger families.

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I’d avoid the 6.2 personally 
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They are great but they are no better or worse than any other vehicle in that class. No matter the brand of large 3 row you are taking a gamble so pick your favorite and hope for the best. The 3.0 diesel is currently the most reliable engine in them but its has some odd issues lately. The 5.3 and 6.2 seem to have lower similar reliability to each other after the mass 6.2 failures of a few years ag


Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Adequate and balanced power output (195 hp) for versatile driving.
  • • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
  • • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
  • • Generous trunk capacity of 1345 Liters.
  • • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.

Cons:

  • • Relatively high fuel consumption: 16.6 L/100 km combined.
  • • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.


Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(8KL35: 1998 - 2001).

General:
Brand:Holden
Model:Suburban
Generation:8KL35
Modification (Engine):6.5 i V8 1500 SLT (195 Hp)
Start of production:1999
End of production:2001
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:SUV
Seats:9
Doors:5
Engine:
Power:195 Hp @ 3400 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:30.1 Hp/l [Same length.]
Torque:430 Nm @ 1800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:L56 More details about the engine L56
Engine displacement:6473
Number of cylinders:8
Engine configuration:V-engine
Number of valves per cylinder:2
Fuel injection system:Precombustion chamber injection
Engine aspiration:Turbocharger
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:6.6 l
Engine layout:Front, Longitudinal
Performance:
Fuel Type:Diesel
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:16.6 l/100 km
Weight-to-power ratio:10.9 kg/Hp, 91.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:4.9 kg/Nm, 202.7 Nm/tonne
Space:
Kerb Weight:2121
Trunk (boot) space - maximum:4235 l
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:1345 l
Fuel tank capacity:158 l
Size:
Length:5588 mm mm [Same length.]
Width:1956 mm mm [Same width.]
Height:1803 mm mm [77mm less]
Wheelbase:3340 mm mm [Same wheelbase.]
Front track:1590 mm
Rear (Back) track:1590 mm
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of gears4
Transmission typeAutomatic
Front brakesVentilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
Tires size235/75 R15
Front suspensionCoil spring
Rear suspensionCoil spring

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