vy coupe gts

VY / GTS Coupe

Never make change for change sake. Especially with the GTS Coupe, a car that truly deserves its legendary cult status. So instead of mere cosmetic changes, we crafted real and measurable driving improvements. And with the upgraded VY interior now applied to the Coupe II, this luxurious Grand tourer not only delivers the goods, but looks the part too. The end result? One serious machine. The exciting new GTS Coupé.

Brakes Standard Option
HSV Premium Brake system 343 X 32mm front cross-drilled ventilated front discs, 315 X 18mm cross-drilled ventilated rear discs, four piston HSV embossed callipers front/rear (HRT red), upgraded pads single bleed per calliper
ABS anti-lock brakes
Cabin Standard Option
Dual zone automatic climate control air-conditioning
Body colour exterior mirrors with electric remote adjustment
Electric windows
Remote central locking and boot release
Two-stage unlocking with driver’s door only and passenger door functions
HSV Coupé black over gold Build Plate, engraved with individual build number
HSV GTS Carbon Fibre style dash surround
HSV leather-bound steering wheel with chrome logo & sports grip
HSV Satin interior door handles and Coupé sill panels
HSV fully-lined luggage compartment with luggage net
HSV floor mats
HSV fire extinguisher
Driver Standard Option
12-function trip computer
Cruise control
Twilight Sentinel with headlamps automatic switch-off
Battery saver with timed automatic accessory shutdown
HSV Rear Proximity Sensors/near obstacle detection system
HSV exclusive sports gauge binnacle
HSV exclusive white instrument cluster - 260 km/h speedometer
Engine Standard Option
HSV C4B 300kW (310DIN) @ 6,000 rpm/510Nm @ 4,800 rpm (PULP) HSV high performance CNC-ported heads with C4B ovoid section valve springs HSV titanium valve spring retainers and specific valves HSV big bore CNC Billet-machined 78mm capacity red throttle body & matching engine covers
Knock sensors enable engine to run on ULP
Sequential multi-point port fuel injection, cast steel roller rocker arms, roller cam followers, eight coil pack ignition, cross-bolted five main bearings 6 bolts per bearing cap
HSV LS1 sports engine calibration for extra mid-range power and torque
HSV ram air type cold air intake
HSV engine cover identification
Exhaust Standard Option
HSV stainless steel exhaust extractors
HSV high capacity, low back pressure 1.8 litre catalytic converters
HSV intermediate mufflers
HSV big bore 57 mm dual exhaust system
HSV low back pressure, high volume rear muffler with tuned exhaust note
HSV high volume Double D exhaust outlet
Exterior Standard Option
HSV bonnet medallion
HSV 300 identification under side repeater lamp
HSV ‘Coupé and HSV’ badgework on rear decor
HSV GTO/GTS badgework on front lower grille
3 element projector headlights
HSV Coupé fully-integrated exterior styling
HSV Coupé unique roof spoiler
HSV Coupé sports grille and wide lower air intake
HSV Coupé contrasting colour accents front, side and rear
HSV Coupé side skirts with ‘Shark Gills’
HSV Coupé rear bootlid 3 piece spoiler with integrated stop lamp
HSV Coupé front fog lamps
HSV Unique tail light treatment
Handling Standard Option
Rack and pinion, power assistance with improved response steering rack
Fully independent rear suspension with multi-link
HSV Performance co-ordinated suspension components
Wheels Standard Option
HSV GTS 5-spoke 19 X 8 inch alloy wheels
HSV specification premium Pirelli P-Zero 245/35 ZR19 tyres
HSV Coupé specific space saver spare wheel/tyre
Options Standard Option
HSV Coupé contoured Sports seats in race suit Lismore/leather in Red, Yellow or Tan
HSV Satellite Navigation
Holden Assist
Performance Standard Option
Safety Standard Option
Driver and Passenger airbags
Side impact airbags
Front seat belt pre-tensioners
Seating Standard Option
HSV Coupé ‘Bridge of Weir’ Black/Silver Chainmail leather sports seats
8-way electric adjustable driver/passenger seats. Driver with memory
HSV driver and passenger lumbar support
Security Standard Option
HSV DNA and third generation ‘ESS’ (Embedded Security System) and immobiliser
HSV-embossed remote key-pad central locking system
Sounds Standard Option
Blaupunkt premium audio system,’in-dash’ 6 disc CD changer, high output,upper level speakers with sub-woofers, electric aerial and diversity antenna
Storage Standard Option
Transmission Standard Option
Quick-Shift T56 six-speed manual specific to LS1, hydraulic clutch
HSV Heavy duty Turbo Hydra-Matic 4-speed electronic automatic transmission
Traction Control
HSV Hydra-trak rear differential
HSV GTS final drive ratio 3.91:1 (manual only)
HSV GTS final drive ratio: 3.46:1 (auto only)
HSV gear shift light and buzzer (manual only)
Standard      Optional  

2013: GEN-F

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.