Holden revealed the 2016 VF Commodore Series II after much anticipation as to what would be in store for the last locally-engineered and manufactured Commodore.
What’s definitely hot about the 2016 Commodore Series II? The addition of the LS3 6.2-liter V8.
The 2016 VF Series Series II was expected to receive an L99-variant of LS3 with Active Fuel Management, but Holden engineers know this final-Aussie Commodore means so much more to consumers.
Besides the latest powerplant, the 2016 Commodore Series II receives updated looks in the front, and subtle touches in the rear. Sculpted air ducts in the front force air into the wheel arches for enhanced aerodynamics, and give the car its most different stylistic appearance. Additionally, functional hood vents are now present, as well as new LED lighting to replace the old foglights. A nice touch is the addition of an LS3 badge on the revised lower fascia, signifying the engine.
Out back, things are much the same minus the new, clear lenses for the taillights, which look to be a great contrast on the decidedly fluid lines in the rear. New VF Series II badging is present, as well as quad tips to be paired with the new bi-modal exhaust.
We weren’t expecting anything revolutionary in the styling department, but we think it’s a tasteful refresh of the VF Commodore. But, it’s your turn to say something. How are you liking the new looks? Is it too little, or just enough for the Commodore to stay relevant?
Regardless, Holden shouldn’t have any issue moving LS3-powered Commodore due to the car’s significance.
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Looks worse than the current one. That almost never happens.
Decent enough, I think it will be ok.
Tail lights are a bit ricey if I’m being honest. I wouldn’t be surprised if they get swapped out for the older ones.
Ricey?
Like it or not, but we live in an era of global design. In 2015, what does US/AU design resemble? Are they even different? What abound Malibu?
You remind me of a bud who thinks every car except Ford looks foreign–mind you Ford designs mostly in Europe.
wait… Ricey comes from ricer, which indicates a modification or vehicle influenced by a pacific rim manufacturer or modifier.
Last I checked Australia was a pacific rim country, albeit with substantial western influence.
So let me get this right, an Australian Car looks kinda like a mix between western and pacific culture? An australian car looks like an australian car? How dare it. It should look like an AMERICAN CAR because AMERICA!
No, the tail lights look ricey because they have a similar design aesthetic to the cheap junk people buy from ebay and slap onto their 20 year old Honda Civic.
The same could be said for G8 GT+ and 2006 GTO tail lights, whatever variations those translate into for VE Series 1 and late build VZ Monaros.
That said, I think they’re a nice update and look fine on VF II.
This car is nice especially with the LS3 engine being added but, If they really wanted this car to go out with a bang, they couldve at least done a little bit more in the styling department. They did a mid-cycle refresh on a car that’s being discontinued.
I was hoping the styling revisions would go further; but other than that it’s not bad, but nothing all that great either. It seems all the updates simply puts the Aussie Commodore on par with its US-specked SS sibling…..But there’s one thing for sure: the Commodore Series II is most certainly better than any Opel-sourced replacement! Even though Holden hasn’t yet announced what exactly will replace the Commodore, it’s all but confirmed to be Insignia-based. When GM convinces me that they can build a FWD-based, world-class performance sedan, maybe then I’ll learn to appreciate the next econobox they have cooking! What GM has in the Insignia OPC/Regal GS is OK at best, but nowhere near good enough to serve as a replacement for the Zeta-based sedans! Regardless of the significant weight saving and tech the next “Econodore” will feature!
A toyota looks more hideous toyota is GARBAGE
It was refreshed alright. Maybe if the LED fog lights were doubled or tripled that would be one hella of a touch. I was also hoping they’d make a special final edition that has tons of features like a panoramic roof and auto trunk open etc luxuries.
Overall, I wish I could get one in middle east. I never seen one irl but God wouldn’t that make my day… <3 farewell my love..