Images: Holden VX.I Berlina (2000-01)
Released in October 2000, the Holden VX Series I (VX.I) Berlina was available as a large sedan or wagon. Manufactured in Elizabeth, South Australia, the rear-wheel drive VX Berlina was available with 3.8-litre V6, supercharged 3.8-litre V6 and 5.7-litre V8 petrol engines. The VX Berlina was the first generation in which the Berlina was released as its own model, having previously been a variant within the Commodore range… Read full Holden VX Berlina review
Images: Holden VX.II Berlina (2001-02)
Released in August 2001, the Holden VX Series II (VX.II) Berlina introduced Holden’s ‘Control Link’ independent rear suspension, with a new rear cross member, revised rear control arm assemblies and toe-control links; these changes led to improved tyre wear and safer handling on uneven surfaces. Other changes included revised suspension settings and steel belt tyre construction for improved handling, while the supercharged V6 Berlina was discontinued. The Holden VX.II Berlina could be identified by its distinctive grille inserts with diagonal crosshatching and new rear badges. Inside, there were new stalk controls for the indicator, wiper and cruise control functions.
