Holden Caprice (VQ)

Holden Caprice (VQ)
Overview
ManufacturerHolden (General Motors)
Also calledHolden Statesman (VQ)
Production7 March 1990 – March 1994
DesignerMike Simcoe (1989)
Body and chassis
ClassFull-size
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFR layout
RelatedHolden VG Ute
Holden VN Commodore
Opel Omega
Opel Senator
Powertrain
EngineV6

V8

  • 5.0 L 165 kW (221 hp): HEC 5000i V8
  • 5.0 L 180 kW (241 hp): HEC 5000i V8
  • 5.0 L 200 kW (268 hp): HEC 5000i V8
Transmission4-speed automatic:
Dimensions
WheelbaseV8 Statesman:
  • 2,826 mm (111.3 in)
LengthV8 Statesman:
  • 4,960 mm (195.3 in)
WidthV8 Statesman:
  • 1,812 mm (71.3 in)
HeightV8 Statesman:
  • 1,421 mm (55.9 in)
Curb weightV8 Statesman:
  • 1,563 kg (3,446 lb)
Chronology
SuccessorHolden VR Statesman
For a complete overview of all Holden Statesman and Caprice models, see Holden Caprice.

The Holden Caprice (VQ) and Holden Statesman (VQ) were Holden's top-of-the-line luxury sedans produced between 1990 and 1994. It was the first Statesman to be based on the Commodore line. The rear end was an all-new design, with independent rear suspension.

They were positioned against Ford Australia's Fairlane and LTD.

The VQ Statesman was used as an official car by government ministers in Australia, and some were also converted into hearses for funerals or limousines.

Series I Statesmans were released in March 1990, whilst the Series II were released in December 1991. There was a further update in late 1993.