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Manufacturer Technical Specifications
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General
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Country Of Origin
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N.A
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Year Of Introduction
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Base Price When New
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N.A
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Miles Per Gallon
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N.A
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Body Type
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N.A
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Curb Weight
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3973 lbs
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Powertrain Layout
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Front-Engine / AWD
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Transmission
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6-Speed Manual
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Engine
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Configuration
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LS1 V8
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Displacement
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5665 cc
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Power
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367 bhp @ 5700 rpm
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Torque
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350 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
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BHP / Liter
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N.A
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BHP / Weight
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N.A
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Redline
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6500 rpm
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Performance
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Top Speed
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0 - 62 mph
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6.1 seconds
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0 - 100 mph
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0 - ¢®E¡Ëc¡Ë¢ç¢®¢¯u mile
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14.3 seconds
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Skidpad
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N.A
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Braking, 62-0 mph
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N.A
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Slalom Speed
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N.A
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Sponsors
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Manufacturer Press Release
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HSV has developed a
tremendous reputation for unveiling stunning concept cars at the Sydney
International Motor Show ? vehicles that push the extreme boundary of
the performance scale but that also showcase exciting new real-world
technical directions for Australia's pre-eminent performance vehicle
maker. And the recipe for HSV's 2003 showstopper was no exception!
Take a generous helping of HSV's high output V8 performance and blend it
with the awesome traction provided by a sophisticated, low ride height
all-wheel drive platform, then wrap the mixture in a gorgeous two door
body and add luxury trimmings. The result is a devastatingly quick and
capable point-to-point GT coupe of world-class proportions ? the HSV
Coupe 4.
As Australia's first all-wheel drive coupe, this virtually production
ready model adds an entirely new facet to HSV's performance vehicle
range and is another bold step forward in the company's evolution.
Indeed, Coupe 4 is more than just a concept car ? it's a fully
approved HSV model program that is already signed off for production to
start in June 2004.
Despite sharing much of its DNA with the Cross Trac system, the Coupe
4's Quad Drive all-wheel drive platform is unique. Factors such as the
reduced ride height and on road performance application (versus
Avalanche's all-roads role) set some major engineering challenges for
the HSV team.
Simply lowering the ride height brought undesirable changes to
suspension geometry, such as camber, and the increased track width of
30mm each side caused the wheels to foul the standard Coupe guards. As
a result, a variety of components were developed exclusively for this
application, including a new steering knuckle, front lower control arms,
rear semi-trailing arms and a complete wiring harness.
Providing additional clearance for the wheels and tyres necessitated
modifications to the sheet metal of the rear quarter panels and front
guards. A portion of each is removed using a plasma cutter before a
specially developed HSV tool is used to roll the edges outwards for
extra strength and to support the guard extensions.
To ensure that major modifications such as these remain cost effective
in a low volume car it's essential that Coupe 4 flows seamlessly into
the production schedule at Holden's Elizabeth assembly plant. Achieving
this has resulted in an unprecedented level of co-operation between HSV,
and Holden's Elizabeth plant.
From Holden's assembly line the Coupe 4 ¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¡Ë¢çEcbody-in-white' will be moved
to a special HSV body modification facility within the Elizabeth plant
where the unique changes will be made. It then returns to the line to
complete the normal rust proofing, painting and general assembly
procedure. After transportation to HSV's Clayton plant each Coupe 4
will be hand finished in separate HRT-style workshop bays manned by
dedicated staff.
In fact, Coupe 4 styling differs even from its two-wheel drive Coupe
sister. Incorporated into the totally unique body styling package is a
specific grille with prominent HSV badge linking into a new front facia
sporting a Senator-style appearance. The subtle and superbly integrated
wheel arch extensions blend smoothly with distinctive side skirts and
the rear facia boasting mesh highlights. The integrated overall
appearance is seen as very much Euro-chic with a dash of HSV's
traditional aggression.
Also included within the Coupe's unique front fascia as standard are
HSV's Xenon High Intensity Discharge (HID) driving lamps.
Space was made available for the final touch, a quartet of big bore
exhaust outlets (two on each side), by switching to a Pontiac GTO spec
fuel tank located behind the rear seat. For production the concept car's
polished GTS-style 19-inch wheels will make way for newly designed
19-inch wheels. The concept car also features an optional HSV sunroof.
The exterior colour palette was chosen to emphasize the sophisticated
styling ? Phantom Black, Quick Silver, and Sting Red.
Interior trim continues the sophisticated luxury theme with a selection
of unique plush trim materials including a choice of two leather
treatments in Anthracite or Ochre.
Standard powerplant for Coupe 4 is the HSV enhanced 5.7litre LS1 V8
matched to a specifically calibrated automatic transmission to ensure
smooth shift quality. Exhaust packaging constraints, due to the Quad
Drive system, mean that maximum power peaks at 367 hp @ 5700rpm and
torque at 350 lb-ft @ 4000rpm.
The ability to direct that power to all four wheels virtually places
Coupe 4 in a class of its own. Indeed, driving HSV's new all-wheel
drive two door requires a recalibration of the mind in comparison to
traditional two-wheel drive high performance V8 vehicles. Such is the
level of traction available in virtually any road conditions that all of
the engines output can be used more often.
¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×¡Ë¢çPerformance is not just about outright kilowatts,¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×u says Phil
Harding, HSV Director of Engineering. ¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×¡Ë¢çIt's about getting the
available power to the ground and the Quad Drive system just opens up
new avenues of opportunity.¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×u
¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×¡Ë¢çThe driver of a Coupe 4 will be able to have his foot down earlier
and harder through a given corner than he would in a two-wheel drive
car. Therefore, point-to-point it has the potential to be a quicker car.
I know for a fact that this is the quickest HSV we've ever had around
Holden's Lang Lang ride and handling circuit.¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×u
However, the merits of Quad Drive aren't just in handling. HSV has
recorded a 0 to 100kph time of 6.3 seconds ? on gravel!
A handy by-product of the Quad Drive system is longer suspension travel
(compared with two-wheel drive Coupe) ? a factor that gave HSV
chassis engineers extra tolerance to tune out undesirable
characteristics, such as impact harshness, when calibrating the
suspension settings. Given its prodigious cornering ability, Coupe 4
offers a ride quality that's impressively flat and supple with a
Senator-style luxury/sports feel.
Rounding out the outstanding dynamic package is an HSV Performance Brake
system incorporating larger 336mm front rotors supplied by AP Racing.
Coupe 4 buyers can further enhance their vehicle with a range of HSV
options ? an integrated HSV Tyre Pressure Monitoring system (allowing
the driver to dynamically monitor tyre pressure and temperature and to
receive a warning should pressures drop), satellite navigation and
sunroof.
The unveiling of Coupe 4 not only entered HSV into a new and unique
performance vehicle category it also exposes the brand to a whole new
segment of the buying public, says Chris Payne.
¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×¡Ë¢çCoupe 4 will definitely appeal to traditional buyers of
European-style premium cars and as such it's likely to attract many
first time buyers to sample the HSV brand. With the sophisticated luxury
performance package this car offers they won't be disappointed.¡Ë¢çE¢®Ec¢®E¡Ëc¢®¡×u
Export potential is also on the agenda for Coupe 4. Its remarkable
talents are seen as a perfect fit for markets such as the United Kingdom
and the Middle East.
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