LS3 E Series / GTS

The HSV GTS leads the way, as the ultimate expression of performance motoring. Its supercar pedigree is undeniable. Equipped with massive power output, Magnetic Ride Control suspension that puts the driver firmly in control and huge 20-inch wheels for race-inspired handling and pure excitement.

Brakes	Standard	Option
Front: 365mm ventilated discs. Four piston calipers	■
Rear: 350mm ventilated discs. Four piston calipers	■
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	■
Incorporating Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD), Electronic Brake Assist (EBA),	■

Cabin	Standard	Option
Dual zone electronic climate control: driver and front passenger	■
6.5" multi-function display colour LCD screen. Displays stereo, heating and air conditioning information. DVD player and Satellite Navigation compatible	■
Power windows. Driver and front passenger windows express down	■
Electric tilt and slide sunroof		□
Front centre sliding armrest with leather trim	■
Rear seat centre armrest	■
Vanity mirror, driver and passenger. Illuminated with cover	■
Sunglasses holder (except where sunroof fitted)	■
Satin Chrome finish interior door handles	■
Passenger overhead assist handles; rear with coat hooks	■
Two front reading lamps	■

Driver	Standard	Option
Steering wheel height and reach adjust	■
Leather wrap HSV unique Sports steering wheel	■
Multi-function steering controls for:	■
- Sound system - Trip computer	■
- Bluetooth phone - Satellite navigation (where fitted)	■
Multi-function driver display, featuring:	■
- Trip computer information - Sound system information	■
Priority key. Stores settings for:	■
- Climate control - Sound system	■
- Trip computer - Speed alert	■
- Headlamp and interior lighting time delay options	■
Alloy faced pedals	■
Leather wrap gear selector	■
Cruise Control	■
Rear Park Assist	■
Power exterior mirrors	■
Road speed dependent intermittent wipers	■
Automatic headlamp mode. Switches on at twilight or low light	■
Headlamps auto-off feature (variable delay)	■
Trip computer with triple display, including:	■
- Average speed - Odometer/Tripmeter/Trip time	■
- Distance/Time to go - Average fuel consumption	■
- Digital speedometer - Visual and audible speed warning	■
- Tracks two trips simultaneously (eg. Short day trip within long interstate trip)	■
- Fuel used/range	■
Service reminder. Appears 1,000km before service is due	■
HSV Sports instrument cluster	■
Tachometer	■
HSV sports triple center gauges (Voltage, Oil Temp. and Oil Pressure)	■
Sound system able to accommodate mobile phone kit. Auto mute when in use	■
Bluetooth mobile phone connectivity	■
Satellite navigation		□

Engine	Standard	Option
317kW, 6.2 litre LS3 Generation 4 alloy V8	■
- Power (DIN kW) 317kW* @ 6000rpm
- Torque (DIN Nm) 550Nm* @ 4600rpm
- Recommended petrol - octane rating 98 RON PULP. Note that using 95RON (PULP) or lower will not cause any problems, but will result in slightly less engine performance and economy.

Exhaust	Standard	Option
Exhaust system Stainless steel, high performance quad outlet	■

Exterior	Standard	Option
Front projector fog lamps	■
Front driving lamps	■
Projector headlamps	■
HSV unique sports rear tail lamps	■
HSV Performance rear spoiler	■
HSV Performance body kit	■
Quad exhaust outlet	■
Metallic Paint		□

Handling	Standard	Option
Linear Control Suspension	■
Performance Suspension with MRC	■
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) incorporating	■
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) - Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD)	■
- Electronic Brake Assist (EBA) - Traction Control System (TCS)	■
Suspension Front: MacPherson strut Direct acting stabiliser bar.	■
Progressive rate coil springs	■
Rear: Multi-Link independent rear suspension (IRS).	■
Progressive rate coil springs. Stabiliser bar	■
Steering Variable ratio rack and pinion	■
- Track (mm) Front: 1592
- Rear: 1590
- Turning Circle (kerb to kerb, m) 11.4

Wheels	Standard	Option
20" x 8" front alloy wheel with 245/35 R20 95Y tyre	■
20" x 9.5" rear alloy wheel with 275/30 R20 97Y tyre	■
Full size spare wheel and tyre (as per front wheel and tyre)		□

Options	Standard	Option
HSV Performance seats with leather trim (Red Hot)		□
6-speed Automatic Transmission with active select		□
Holden Assist Telematics (available late 2006)		□
Entertainment Rear seat overhead DVD player		□
20 inch Pentagon Wheel		□
Full size spare wheel and tyre (as per front wheel and tyre)		□

Performance	Standard	Option
- Acceleration 0-100kmh Manual 4.96 sec
- Acceleration 0-100kmh Auto 5.05 sec

Safety	Standard	Option
Dual-stage airbags for driver and front passenger	■
Side impact airbags for driver and front passenger	■
Side curtain airbags	■
Front lap/sash seat belts with load limiters and pyrotechnic pre-tensioners	■
Front seatbelt sash height adjustable	■
Rear seat child restraint anchor points (3)	■
Active front seat head restraints to help reduce risk of whiplash injury in a collision from behind	■
Road Safety Emergency mode after seat belt pre-tensioners are triggered. On-board computer turns engine and fuel pump off. Unlocks doors. Turns hazard lights and interior lamp on, if battery power is available	■

Seating	Standard	Option
HSV Performance seats with leather trim (Onyx)	■
HSV Performance seats with leather trim (Red Hot)		□
8-way/8-way electric/electric adjustment of front seats	■
Adjustable driver and front passenger seat lumbar support	■

Security	Standard	Option
Remote control priority key:	■
- Operates central locking - Operates interior lighting. Time delay on entry. Automatic illumination when engine turned off - Operates exterior lamps, to show location of car at night - Enables/disables alarm system - Unlocks boot	■
- Disables remote boot release button in glove box (when locking)	■
Horn sounds if either front door is ajar when remote locking	■
Sound system only operates in original vehicle	■
Flip key	■

Sounds	Standard	Option
Entertainment Rear seat overhead DVD player		□
Blaupunkt AM/FM stereo	■
6 disc in-dash CD player. MP3 Compatible	■
Eleven speakers including sub-woofers. Total 230 watts	■
Speed dependent volume control	■

Storage	Standard	Option
Twin cup holders in centre console	■
Centre console storage compartment	■
Auxiliary power socket in console	■
Fold down rear seat centre ‘ski’ hatch for long loads	■

Transmission	Standard	Option
6-speed Manual Transmission	■
6-speed Automatic Transmission with active select		□
Limited Slip Differential with HSV specific ratio	■
Gear ratios 6-speed Manual / 6-speed Automatic	■
- 1 3.01 / 4.03
- 2 2.07 / 2.36
- 3 1.43 / 1.53
- 4 1.00 / 1.15
- 5 0.84 / 0.85
- 6 0.57 / 0.67
- Final Drive 3.7 / 3.27

Standard ■ Optional □

2013: GEN-F

Launched in May, 2013, the HSV GEN-F range of vehicles was the greatest range of performance production cars ever built in Australia.

In addition to the ground-breaking GTS, powered by a 6.2 litre Supercharged LSA V8 delivering 430 kilowatts of power and 740 Newton-metres of torque, the range received the most significant styling makeover since E-Series including new front and rear fascia’s, tail-lamps, wheels and spoilers.

*Vehicle shown with R8 SV option/s

2010: E Series 3

The HSV E Series 3 range of vehicles was launched in September, 2010

The result, an all new interior across the range and the introduction of a range of new technologies including an Enhanced Driver Interface, Liquid Propane Injection and Side Blind Zone Alert. In 2012, HSV re-introduced the ClubSport and Maloo into the range.

* Vehicle listed is a MY12.5 variant

2009: E Series 2

E Series 2 was launched in 2009 and featured a substantial design update of the existing E Series model range.

Along with the introduction of Daytime Running Lamps, a range of other “Australian firsts” included Competition Mode ESC, 20 x 8.5 inch front wheels and Intelligent Launch Control. The range included ClubSport R8, ClubSport R8 Tourer, Maloo R8, GTS, Senator Signature and Grange.

2006: E Series

The E Series journey began with a blank canvas and a mission statement to redefine every aspect of world-class performance car design.

The boundaries of product investment, testing and development were taken to unprecedented new levels. So the quest began to create the most powerful, technologically advanced and dynamic range of vehicles to date.

The result was a total of 301 end-to-end exclusive HSV modifications, including 307kW of power output, 550Nm of torque, a sports-tuned Electronic Stability Control system and the revolutionary Magnetic Ride Control suspension technology.

2004: VZ

The HSV Z Series range was launched in October 2004 and featured the new, 297kW LS2 V8 engine in all models.

The range included a limited edition SV6000, of which just 50 were built, and the Maloo R8 which was crowned the “World’s Fastest Ute”, clocking an average speed of 271.44 km/h (168.7 mph) in the Federal Government’s Woomera Prohibited Area in outback South Australia.

2003: VY2

Prominent with the launch in September 2003 of the Y Series 2 was the ClubSport R8 with its distinctive performance and sporty style.

It featured some very desirable new standard features – full leather upholstery, 19-inch wheels, Pirelli tyres and Performance suspension. HSV’s performance flagship, the GTS, also made a return along with the HSV GTO Coupe and HSV Coupe 4.

2002: VY

The launch of the Y Series ushered in a new era of sophistication

The Y Series range displays suave interior and exterior styling and high quality materials, including polypropylene injection moulded body components and the use of premium fabrics and leathers.

2000: VX

In October, 2000, HSV launched the VX Series.

The VX Series delivered an optimum level of styling distinctiveness and differentiation from the Holden Commodore, along with additional power from the LS1 engine. The range featured, among other models, an HSV VX Maloo, GTS and Limited Edition HSV VX Senator 300.

1997: VT

The VT Series was based on an all new body design and was the last series to feature the Australian 5.0 litre and 5.7 litre V8 engines.

The range included, amongst others, the Senator Signature Wagon, GTS and a range of 10th Anniversary limited edition models.

1995: VS

In April 1995, HSV launched the new generation VS range, which at the time, represented the pinnacle of Australian sports motoring.

From the powerful Manta to the sophistication of the Grange, there was a combination of style and performance that left little to the imagination. The VS series saw the introduction of an Integrated Security System (ISS) incorporating a microprocessor-controlled immobiliser. Models within the range included the HSV VS ClubSport, HSV VS Senator and HSV SV Manta.

1993: VR

With the release of the VR Series, and after considerable design and tooling investment, HSV confirmed its place as Australia’s leading niche manufacturer of world-class performance vehicles.

The range received a significant face-lift including the standardisation of ABS and IRS. Models within the range included, the HSV VR ClubSport, HSV VR Senator 215i and HSV VR GTS.

1992: VP

The HSV VP Series was launched in October 1991 and featured major mechanical upgrades, a re-styled body design and the introduction of six new exterior colours.

Independent Rear Suspension also became available on selected short wheelbase models. Vehicles in the range included the HSV VP ClubSport, HSV VPSV91 and a range of limited edition 5th Anniversary vehicles.

1990: VG

The VG series saw an all new HSV model introduced, the HSV VG Maloo, which was HSV’s first ever production utility.

Available in just Maranello Red and Alpine White, just 132 of these models were built and they featured a 180kW V8 engine and 16 x 7.0J x wheels.

1989: VN

The HSV VN Series was launched in August 1988 with a completely new body design and engines.

The standard engine was a V6 with fuel injection, while the standard V8 engine also featured fuel injection. Models within the range included the HSV SV89, which featured a 180kW engine, and the HSV VN SS Group A SV with a whopping 215kW of power.

1988: VL

The VL series holds a special place in HSV’s history with the SS Group A being the vehicle which launched the HSV brand.

Other models in the series include the HSV VL Calais SV88 and the HSV VL F20 SV.