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European Hero Insignia VXR introduces three new Holden firsts

Holden welcomes first AWD turbocharged performance sedan to portfolio
Insignia VXR introduces three Holden firsts - Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Change Alert and Auto Emergency Braking
Sharp pricing from $51,990^ RRP

Holden’s first all-wheel-drive (AWD) turbocharged performance sedan will arrive in Australian dealerships next month, marking the second important instalment in Holden’s new European product onslaught.

Following the exciting launch of Astra and Cascada last month, Holden will welcome the top of the range, sporty Insignia VXR which boasts stunning design, sophisticated technology and European quality all in a true mid-sized performance car.

Built in Russelsheim, Germany, Insignia VXR features state-of-the-art AWD technology and sporty performance via a 2.8 litre V6 turbocharged engine which, when partnered with a six-speed automatic transmission, delivers 239kW of power and an impressive 435Nm of torque.

Peter Keley, Executive Director of Sales, said Insignia VXR was an exciting and fitting addition to the Holden range.

“Performance and great to drive have always been part of Holden’s DNA. Add to this a German designed and engineered AWD performance sedan, loaded with equipment, and you have one very exciting vehicle,” Mr Keley said.

“The Holden Insignia VXR is visually stunning with great road presence, exceptional build quality and breathtaking performance, all at an incredibly competitive price.

“This car is sure to make customers who are looking for a true performance mid-size sedan take a serious look at this latest Holden.

“It is further evidence that Holden is serious about our future product strategy. Insignia VXR is a very exciting taste of things to come.”

The vehicle will introduce three new sophisticated technologies to Holden, including Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Change Alert and Auto Emergency Braking, which join numerous other premium features such as Adaptive Forward Lighting, Blind Spot Alert and FlexRide Suspension.

Insignia offers three performance settings; Standard, Sport and VXR, allowing drivers to customise the vehicle’s performance features such as responsive accelerator and gear change, sport steering, firmer sports suspension and a greater rear bias AWD setting.

The next generation MyLink infotainment system boasts an eight-inch touch screen display and is complemented by a premium audio system with seven high-quality speakers.

HOLDEN FIRSTS

Adaptive Cruise Control

The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) uses a radar sensor to monitor the distance to the preceding traffic and to maintain a selectable gap and the desired speed by adjusting the speed automatically with engine management and brake intervention.

The vehicle is automatically braked if necessary and restarted by using the accelerator pedal. In combination with ACC, the integrated Forward Collision Alert (FCA) uses the radar sensor of the ACC to detect the vehicle ahead.

Auto Emergency Braking

The Holden Insignia VXR is fitted with state-of-the-art safety features including Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB).

This safety feature supports the driver in mitigating the severity of some front-end crashes by automatically braking the vehicle for an imminent collision.

AEB may help non-attentive drivers that have not yet taken corrective action, avoid or mitigate crashes with vehicles ahead by automatically applying the brakes. This action reduces pre-impact vehicle speed and thus collision energy.

The feature works in conjunction with Forward Collision Alert and also includes Integrated Brake Assist (IBA), which may activate when drivers begin braking quickly. IBA will assist to avoid or mitigate the severity of the collision by automatically boosting the driver’s braking to the necessary level, based upon the speed of approach and distance to a target ahead, up to the vehicle’s maximum braking effort.

Lane Change Alert

In terms of collisions, any vehicle approaching fast from behind can be highly dangerous especially when a driver is pulling out to overtake or entering a stream of traffic.

Radar with a rearward range of up to 70 metres detects and warns of fast approaching vehicles in either left or right parallel lanes with a visual signal in the respective exterior mirror.

PRODUCT DETAILS

Key Features:

2.8 litre V6 turbocharged engine with six-speed automatic transmission
20-inch alloy wheels
Heated Recaro leather-appointed front sports seats
Front and rear park assist
Rear View Camera
Dual-zone climate control
Rain-sensing wipers
Auto headlamps
FlexRide Suspension (Adaptive Stability Technology)
Satellite Navigation
Adaptive Forward Lighting + (Bi-xenon headlamps with LED DRLs)
Next Generation MyLink System (Touch Screen)
New digital cluster with eight-inch display
Passive Entry / Push Button Start
Lane Departure Warning
Adaptive Cruise Control
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Side Blind Spot Alert
Forward Collision Alert
Auto Emergency Braking
Lane Change Alert
Colour Range:

Summit White
Carbon Flash Black*
Arden Blue*
Silver Lake*
PRICING

Recommended retail price of the Holden Insignia VXR (automatic transmission) is $51,990^.

^ Recommended retail price excluding dealer delivery, on roads costs and government charges
* Prestige paint – additional $550

[Joe5619]

52K is sharp pricing??? Really!!

[fgpsi]

It's the VL turbo all over again

:P

[Franco Cozzo]

With the death of local manufacturing you're never going to get something the size of Falcon/Commodore with XR6T/SS power levels again for under $50K

[wicksy]

thats bloody awful, i'll keep my VF SS wagon haha

[Wretched]

52k isn't cheap by any means but then you just have to look at the cost of a specced up Mazda 6, Camry, etc. High 40s.

I'd like to see Ford release a performance variant of the Mondeo, hatch/sedan and wagon.

[zilo]

Spend ten grand more and get a mercedes....?

It's a no brainer.

[JIm260]

I think Holden and ford as importers of cars are going to find it hard to pitch cars at that price point considering the competition.

Cheers
JIm

[RANGEREST]

Originally Posted by zilo

Spend TWENTY % more and get a mercedes....?

It's a no brainer.

Or 10% less and get a G6e

[Mowdit]

Yet we all expect the new awd RS to be well over $50k (without options)

Ford are in the same boat, going to have to sharpen their pencil and pull up their socks with not only build quality but MORE SO THEIR "customer service" !!!!!!!

Otherwise Mercedes, Audi and the others will walk away with many customers.

Got help all other manufacturers if the likes of Hyundai ever bring out a high powered sports car/hatch for $30k