Holden Commodore VE (2006-2013)

Pos! Worse car I've ever purchased! – Repair after repair! Last repair needed was a full new gearbox. Then I gave it away for free after that! Would never buy a ve ever again!! Show details

Absolutely love this car! – I bought a 2010 VE Series 2 SV6 with just over 200,000 on the clock for a little over $8000 and omg I'm in love! I've never owned a Commodore before and I'm very pleasantly surprised by what a great car it is! Coming from a Mitsubishi Lancer, the first thing I noticed was the difference in power. I put my foot down and she just goes with seemingly… Read more

little effort! I can imagine my fuel bill is going to go up a bit :D

The only issue I have with it is that the plastic piece that surrounds the controls for the driver's seat has a broken clip and is kind of just hanging there loosely, and the front passenger handle has peeled a little but that's literally it. No other problems whatsoever. She looks good and runs like a dream!

UPDATE: Since I originally purchased the car, I have since had to spend $1400 to replace the throttle body, the alternator and the battery. Bit of a pain seeing as I've only had it for a few months, but (fingers crossed), everything seems to be working okay now.

no problems great car ve omega – I drive my car every 2 weeks 1 day only maybe 2 days why i have another car a ford econemy car also my ve what can i say i got it a great price timing chain was done its a 2007 omega km 203k i service every year i change the plugs the same time i flush the system out i put new tyres on it for smoother driving,new shockers all round monroe heavy… Read more

duty,wheel bearing and sensor was done, not much spent on it i did for my own sake not because needed to,the wheel bearing had to do but one thing when a mechanic see u have a nice car they see $$$ u have money or not,if u have a standard car they dont rip u off if u know how to talk if they speak over you,learn how to fix u own car on youtube then spend money these buggers,my car lowered and sounds great,i like the drive as go well, comfy would i sell it nope why because my caar i enjoy,i notice some say they have problems well depends what u bought and how well u look after it,i use to drive my car 3 days a week but i try keep it down the km,im planning to buy a 4x4 ranger or a gts supercharged eventually not sure yet but after driving one there high easy in and out but petrol high so doesnt matter what car u buy they all have problems holden ford first thing go home change the spark plugs flush it out change the oil then u know its done gudluck u ride one thing i say they leak a bit in the floor thru the seal easy to fix u can pay$50 to $100k u can have problems still

Cheap and disappointing – First, let me qualify my review: I bought my 2010 VE Series II Berlina wagon at auction with 266,000kms on it. I have since added another 12,000kms. Equipment: - 3.0L V6 engine (Omega and Berlina only got 3.0L) - 6 speed automatic - Leather interior (I'm sure it's fake. It's horrible) - 6 speaker stereo - Colour touchscreen media centre… Read more

with Bluetooth connectivity

- Climate control (dual zone)

The Good:

- It's big

- Traction control works well when attempting 4wd tracks (I even managed to keep driving uphill with 1 rear wheel in the air!)

- It was cheap

- .......ummmm, I won't be upset if I hit a kangaroo (for the car anyway).

The Bad:

- The driver's seat squeaks badly

- The stereo is rubbish and lacks any bass whatsoever

- The climate control is terrible. I am constantly adjusting the temperature. I have never had a problem with climate control in any other vehilce but this thing has a mind of it's own. 4 seasons in 1 car trip.

- Build quality is cheap and nasty

- Fuel economy is poor - 9.6L/100km cruising up the expressway and back with cruise control, average speed 85.9km/h

- The engine is severely lacking in torque!!! It claims 190kW power but only 290Nm torque. It is absolutely terrible to drive. Take offs are sluggish at best. I mean, it will not take off quick whatsoever, like you can't even accelerate fast when pulling out into traffic. It's abysmal. I can't believe it.

- The transmission. I hate autos at the best of times but this one is woeful. My wife has a 2009 CX-9 with a 6-speed auto and it is smooth and silky (I almost don't mind it), but the Berlina's transmission is coarse and agricultural. It is bumpy through the gears, it's ALWAYS in the wrong gear when accelerating out of a corner, it does not seem tuned to the torque-less 3.0L engine (it seems as though the transmission is tuned for the 3.6L engine with more torque). I spend most of my time cruising up and down the freeway with the cruise control at +110km/h. This slug will hold gears for way too long causing the speed to drop more than 5km/h below the setpoint before shifting back 2 or 3 gears and screaming back up to where it should be and then overshooting the mark, all just for a slight incline in the road. It's rubbish. Trying to maintain speed manually with your foot is frustrating to say the least. The car will begin to slow at the slightest hint of a rise, so you keep pressing the pedal down, further, further, further, until you're almost at the floor and then MANG, MANG, MAAAAAANG!!!! it drops back 3 gears and finally starts accelerating. Disgraceful.

I give it 2 stars because, as disgusting as it is to drive, it has been reliable so far.

Nice work Holden! It's no wonder you had to shut up shop here in Australia.

Great family car – Got my green ve sv6 auto in 2014 second owner had 78000 kms as it was the daily but since ive owned it its a family car we had to travel 400 plus kms every 2 weeks one way for appointment for our child also used for school runs daily 72kms a week day we live on dirt roads hubby is mechanic and done all services on it never had any problems with it… Read more

just spoiler clear coat coming off we have 3 kids in carseats they all fit comfortably the boots massive and cars super smooth to drive my car has 315000kms on the clock still going like new only ever done a new battery in 2019 tyres and brakes and normal services having to up grade to a larger car before next year as we are wanting a 4th child but will be super sad to see my green machine go

2009 Omega Sportwagon – Best car I’ve owned in 40 years of driving. Bought my ‘09 wagon with 39,000 kms on the clock, now has 127,000 kms. The first few years I would get it serviced by the book’s recommendation at 15,000 kms intervals, however once it got to 100,000 kms I learnt from other VE owners that this is way too long between oil & filter changes so I now do them… Read more

myself ever 7,500 kms. These cars have a reputation of worn/stretched timing chains, but I believe if you do more regular oil & filter changes it will reduce the likelihood of oil sludge buildup, which from what I’ve researched, is one of the main reasons for the timing chain issues along with incorrect oil use. I would not hesitate recommending this car.

I LOVE MY SEXY RED 2008 VE SS – I'm so happy with my red 2008 VE SS I got it in the memory of my son an at moment in shed waiting to get fuel pump in her Gotta except things to go wrong when buying any car Show details

Drives well – My daily commuter a ve series 1 2007 dual fuel , When i brought the car it had timing chain issues but i drove it like that for 50,000km then i decided to change them (they were missing by a tooth on the gear) because of the check engine light , after that it was no problem but car went the same , good smooth car , good on lpg , shockers get leaky… Read more

after about 150,000km , it's a typical aussie car very reliable besides the timing faults , nice to drive , handles surprisingly well, had it for 5 years , big back space , huge inside feels like a lounge , plenty of power , and if you like engine noise when you step on it , it's there , safe car .

Money Pit – Bought a series 1 SV6 with 6 speed manual. 83,000kms when I bought it in 2015, 135,000kms when i sold it 2018. Loved it as it was my first car. After about 2 years of ownership the problems began. Clutch died, radiator cracked, washer bottle cracked, radiator hose split, driver's side strut-top loosened and rattled like a jar of change. Exhaust… Read more

formed a leak at catalytic converter weld, went through 2 engine oil pressure sensors in 1 year, air con compressor made a hell of a racket, and of course the timing chains stretched. Spent over $8k in repairs not including servicing every 10,000kms (whoever decided on 15k intervals should be shot).

Good space, good interior and exterior styling, good power, good gear box.

Will never buy another commodore as Holden failed miserably on the VE.

Holden VE 2011 Omega Series 2 TOTAL LEMON – this car is a complete LEMON Holden customer care DONT CARE! I WILL NEVER RECOMEND HOLDEN TO ANYONE. nothing but problems with this heap of crap. paid 15 k second hand have spent already another 4- 5 K IN REPAIRS so far on timing chain set rear main seals x 2 + servicing  Show details

love this car – it's a hsv commodore looks good take it to work every day i've waited years for a car like this i get all my cars serviced every six months and easy autos had my dream car Show details ·  1

Great Car – Bought this 2011 model, VE Series 2 wagon in 2015 with only 24,000 kms on the odometer. Now has 132,000 on the clock and has been great. Brakes replaced, nothing else has gone wrong. Show details

Love Commodores – I love Holden Commodores but the VE is by far my favourite. It is so smooth and for a V6 it is very fuel efficient. Would recommend a VE to anyone Show details

Great Car – Awesome car, really comfortable, plenty of power and looks great. Had no problems with it at all so far, would recommend it to anyone that’d listen, assuming you can afford the fuel. Show details

Very reliable – I own a 2012 ve ss manual. Fantastic car!! I had to replace the radiator hose back in 2016 and that is the only time the car has had to stop. Battery gave up in 2016 also lasted 4 years. Had to replace the traction button recently in 2018 and had to replace the reverse camera as it was faulty in 2018 all under warranty. I have done full logbook… Read more

and never needed any extra work. Couldnt speak more highly of it. Also still on the original brakes which are going on 7 years old and the still have life left!!

An amazing car – Bought my 07 ve omega 2 weeks ago, It is 3.6 petrol/factory gas, I get about 600 klms from 73 ltrs of gas have only used half a tank of petrol, this car is so smooth to drive, cannot feel the change from petrol to gas and back, it's one of the best maintained second hand cars I have driven, a credit to previous owners, nothing to spend on it as… Read more

yet, everything works great, can't fault it, I average 800 klicks per week, and the comfort it gives is second to none...in closing...I love it !

Good quality car – Very impressed, reliable and looks great - was choosing between this and a similar model and glad I chose what I did as I have been thoroughly impressed and blown away by the craftsmanship and sheer reliability of this stellar vehicle just time and time again. Would def recommend as a great car.  Show details

2012 VE SSZ – Although i have not had the car long it is a blast to drive, especially having the 6 speed manual. There are lots of windy corners in my area and this beast just loves corners! The factory stereo is crap. The car has rear muffler delete so it sounds more like a V8 should. On a 470km trip i averaged 9.7L/100km which is great for the size of the… Read more

engine and car. I have always maintained my own cars and i always do oil and filter at 5000km, not 10,000 or 15,000 as Holden suggest. Look after your car and it will look after you.

Great car for the family. Plenty of room, good on fuel – I use my car daily ferrying the kids to school as well as commuting to and from work, we regularly take it on the open road, goes beautifully. I service it every 6 months, no known issues so far. This car was very well maintained by its previous owner. All I’ve had to do was put new tyres on it and replace brake pads, it’s a very comfortable… Read more

family car. And so far very reliable.

After driving manual transmission cars for the last 20 years the auto transmission is an added bonus! My VE is one of the best cars I’ve ever owned.

one of the best car's – i use this car pretty much everyday and nothing has ever gone wrong with it. the car is very basic car but is perfect for every day life. i've only had to get the car serviced one or twice over the past 3-4 years that i have owned the car. but those were mainly just because of the fact that the car was old. but other than that one of the best cars that you could possibly own  Show details

such a good car – Love my Commos, good, solid reliable car. you can crash most cars and they are a complete right off - Not a commodore it will take a hit and keep on going. Parts are easy to find and cheap and the few minor issues they have later in life is easy fixed.  Show details

great car, lots of space, smooth ride – A great vehicle for a family, whether commuting or long distance (drove it from Melbourne to Brisbane over two days, with no problems whatsoever), mine has only 59 000 kms (being an ex company vehicle, so not thrashed). The six speed automatic is smooth and powerful, though I wonder if the fuel consumption is actually more than stated. The only… Read more

minor complaint I have is that the back wagon door doesn't shut properly, unless closed very carefully: often takes multiple attempts to do it right, otherwise no issues and I'm very happy with it.

Big spacious,cruise, reliae – I use my car commuting to work mostly as I ttavel 60ks four times a week as a.musician I think this car is ideal because of it cruise control and good in.feul, I get the. At serviced every 10,000 ks, and I have had no issues with it.I think that I will get my moneys worth and it will last me years, I like the spacious boot, and room inside the car  Show details

Dual fuel omega best ccar ive owned! – My 2010 omega has clocked up 624000 kms, interstate trips almost every week and back and forth to perth a thousand times Great economy on fuel and gas ,motor is quiet cold and im sure it's going to go for ages yet.the interior is a bit daggy but planning an upgrade to sv6 interior soon.  Show details

Long term reliable car – 623,521km , yep those k,s are real for a 2010 dual fuel omega.its been adelaide to melbourne every other weekend and some darwin trips too. (Very widespread family) , once the warranty was up i changed oils at 10, 000 k intervals and serviced trans and dif oils once a year.its had two sets of iridium plugs and really feels no different than when i… Read more

first got it.ive been really impressed with the car and have upgraded shocks and am running nrembos off a hsv all round.air con is great and gets re gassed every other year and ive replaced the radiator once.very happy!

This car is great – They've holden commodore is a terrific car for the family. Plenty of space for the kids and lots of space Im the boot. This is good reliable car that is comfortable and easy to run. It handles all weather situations and performs as well as any other commodore. I would highly recommend this car to anyone who wants a affordable car that performs well.  Show details

Check Engine Light is staying on have had my VE II Commodore Berlina International Wagon check at a – We purchased this car brand new and we love it but I do have concerns regarding the check engine light staying on. Need advice on a fix for this that shouldn't cost me $2400.00 in doing so, we have done 134,000km in this car and it is well serviced. Need Advice  Show details

Love my car! – I love my Holden commodore ve, I upgraded from a vt and am so glad I made the leap when I did, the interior of the car is beautiful, the fabrics are soft and comfortable, the drive is smooth with minimal road noise inside. The service costs are really cheap and affordable. Petrol in my car is on the expensive side but it had the power to move and makes me feel safe and secure. Perfect car!!!  Show details

Wonderful car with great presence on the road – Love the looks of this car, have had it for 8 years now and is going strong. almost done 144000 kms on it and never any problems apart from regular service with genuine holden parts. Only thing i dont like about it, is the interior. Very cheap plastic and the seats are uncomfortable. Fuel consumption is relatively high as oppossed to Ford XR6.  Show details

HOLDEN COMMODORE OMEGA 3 STATION WAGON – Love the power and size, sleek look inside and out. Lots and lots of leg room front and back of car and boot. With continued and regular servicing which it has had, the car will continue to run smoothly. Although v6 the gas is completely affordable, a nice alternative to gas guzzlers. I can't fault anything on this car, love it!!  Show details

Gearbox problem – brought the car and had for just over 1 year and then the gear box went on it (auto) overheated when first picked up from dealership also tyre nuts were loose wouldnt buy any new model commodore as they are rubbish stick to vy and early models and save your self the hassle  Show details

creat car best commodore i have ever owned – bought this car for $11500.00 as it had high ks on it but to my surprise its been everything I wanted very roomy lots of power and runs like a dream. never had an issue with anything at all. serviced every 6 months and mechanic is so surprised how clean the oil is and there are no oil leaks anywhere for how many ks are on it we thing the engines… Read more

been reconditioned but not sure. in summing up best best commodore ever. by the way loved the color hazard yellow

Beautiful Car – Lovely car to drive, handles well and has plenty of power. Great family car with room for everyone, you can even put the doggies in the back! It has leather interior that is easy to clean and the seats are so comfortable. Has a reverse parking camera with sensor, satnav compatible, dual zone air conditioning and fuel efficient with a 3.0 litre engine.  Show details

VE II SV6 is sleek and smooth – Great Australian car. The Series II SV6 has excellent handling in both wet and dry conditions. Its steering is true and cruising at highway speeds is very smooth, comparable with cars geared more towards touring than performance. The interior is modern, clean, and has everything you need in a car. Seats are extremely comfortable. Solid reliability… Read more

with parts readily available and the trade off to the 3.6L V6 engine is running costs are higher than the average sedan.

The best – Has to be the best car of its generation. Smooth look, timeless. Fantastic driving experience, smooth, holds the road, excellent in wet weather, holds the road perfectly. Inside, driving and passenger luxury. Comfortable, adjustable seating, cockpit layout is very driver friendly, everything is at your fingertips, auto lights, responsive cruise control. Has to be the best in its class  Show details