HSV Clubsport VE R8 6.0 V8 (418 Hp) Automatic
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)
VE Overview:
HSV Clubsport (VE). With 550 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1850 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. Acceleration is excellent (0–100 km/h in 4.9 s). The top speed reaches 288 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 418 hp.
- • Sporty acceleration: 0-100 km/h in 4.9 sec.
- • Rear-wheel drive layout for enhanced handling and balance.
- • Independent multi-link suspension for premium ride comfort.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Generous trunk capacity of 496 Liters.
Cons:
- • Previous generation model; may lack the latest driver-assist technologies.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(VZ: 2004 - 2006).
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| Brand: | HSV |
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| Model: | Clubsport |
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| Generation: | VE |
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| Modification (Engine): | R8 6.0 V8 (418 Hp) Automatic |
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| Start of production: | 2006 |
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| End of production: | 2008 |
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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: | 418 Hp @ 6000 rpm. |
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| Power per litre: | 70.1 Hp/l |
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| Torque: | 550 Nm @ 4400 rpm. |
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| Engine displacement: | 5967 |
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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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| Valvetrain: | OHV |
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| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
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| Cylinder Bore: | 101.6 mm mm |
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| Piston Stroke: | 92 mm mm |
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| Compression ratio: | 10.9:1 |
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| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
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| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 4.9 sec |
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| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 4.9 sec |
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| Maximum speed: | 288 km/h |
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| Weight-to-power ratio: | 4.4 kg/Hp, 225.9 Hp/tonne |
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| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 3.4 kg/Nm, 297.3 Nm/tonne |
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| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 4.7 sec |
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| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1850 |
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| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 496 l |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 73 l |
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| Size: |
| Length: | 4943 mm mm [52mm more] |
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| Width: | 1899 mm mm [57mm more] |
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| Height: | 1467 mm mm [63mm more] |
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| Wheelbase: | 2915 mm mm [126mm more] |
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| Front track: | 1592 mm |
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| Rear (Back) track: | 1590 mm |
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| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11.4 m [above average] |
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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 | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Automatic |
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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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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Tires size | 245/40 R19; 275/35 R19 |
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| Wheel rims size | 8J x 19; 9.5J x 19 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Independent multi-link suspension |
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