The big Aussie is back with a vengeance! The new VXR8 is the latest Holden imported from Australia, rebadged over here as a Vauxhall. ‘Not another Vauxhall’ I’m sure you’re thinking, however this is not a 1.3 litre diesel hatchback. This is a storming V8 fourth generation 6.2-litre LS3 unit, producing 431PS and a massive 550Nm of torque, enough to propel the VXR8 from 0-60mph in 4.9 seconds and on to a governed top speed of 155mph.
Inside, the new VXR8 has undergone a transformation. Full leather trim is now standard, and front occupants are cocooned in special HSV Performance Seats with eight-way adjustability. A new instrument cluster and surround, centre stack and switchgear provide a cleaner and more integrated look, while standard equipment also includes Aux-in/USB inputs, iPod support and Bluetooth with phone book display and touch-screen dialling.
The VXR8 is now available through just six highly specialist VXR dealers in the UK, though a total of 34 VXR outlets will be authorised to maintain the model. Prices start from £49,500 (inc 20% VAT).
sean says
January 4, 2011 at 9:01 pm£49,500 core i would love that kind of money , i would rather just but a skoda fabia 05 and make it look really cool or a cheap mini cooper and make it look cool i have a car for sale its a skoda fabia but i just dont have the time to put some red or gold alloy wheels on it or get it some proper nice black leather massage seats if you want to see the car heres the link : http://www.aacarparts.co.uk
Mr Butterscotch says
January 7, 2011 at 2:08 pmHi Sean,
This is a car with huge performance and a big, traditional V8. It doesn’t compete in the marketplace with the small hatches that you mention. It’s more likely to be chosen by someone considering something like a Mitsubishi Evo, A BMW M3/M5 or a fast Audi. It’s probably rarer than all the cars mentioned formerly too (I’ve only seen two older Vauxhall Monaros on the road).
brian jordan says
March 18, 2011 at 3:16 pmi would love to drive vxr8 i drive vectra vxr blue 2006 model its graet to drive if i could test drive vxr8 it would make my day thanck bj xxxxxxxxxxxxxx