Holden SSX

Holden SSX
Overview
ManufacturerHolden (General Motors)
Production2002
DesignerMax Wolff
Body and chassis
ClassConcept car
LayoutFront engine, four-wheel drive
RelatedHolden Commodore (VY)
Powertrain
EngineGeneration III, 'LS1' 5.7L V8

The Holden SSX is a concept sports–hatchback prototype car based on the Holden VY Commodore, with a V8 engine. The car features a "Kryptonite" green metallic paint job, with a black and silver interior, the rear is totally redesigned and features a new bumper and blackened taillights. The SSX concept formed part of the Holden display at the Sydney International Motor Show from October 18 to October 27, 2002. It currently resides at Australia's National Motor Museum in Birdwood, SA.

Engine

The SSX is powered by a Generation III/Holden 5.7 L V8 engine generating 225 kW (302 hp) through all four wheels. This is done though Holden's "crossXtrac" all-wheel drive system, also featured on the Holden Crewman ute, Adventra wagon, HSV Avalanche and HSV Coupé 4.

References

  1. ↑ "Holden SSX AWD V8 Concept: classic MOTOR". WhichCar. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
  2. ↑ "Holden SSX - Prototypes and Concept Cars". www.gregwapling.com. Retrieved 20 May 2022.
  3. ↑ "Holden Heroes: a retrospective 1948-2017". motor.history.sa.gov.au. Retrieved 11 August 2026.

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