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When Holden released the Adventra in 2003, it received mixed reviews. With the only engine available being the 5.7 litre V8 - it was considered to be a fairly thirsty vehicle. The V6 powered versions were eagerly awaited. When the new VZ Commodore range was released in 2004, they came with the new 175kW and 190kW Alloytec engines and a new five speed automatic transmission, [190kW engine only]. With the priority at Holden on getting the new range right, work on the V6 engine Adventra took longer than expected. Although, after spending time with the new model it’s certainly worth the wait.

HANDLING & STEERING The SX6 covered some 60 kms on various fire trails south of Sydney. What was surprising, was the vehicle’s ability to negotiate some really rough and rutted terrain without any fuss. Its go forward limited only by the road biased tyres and by the Adventra’s lower ground clearance over traditional 4WDs The Adventra benefits from a revised power steering pump which reduces steering weight at low speeds and gives the vehicle a more precise feel on the road. Despite the additional weight the Adventra carries, it doesn’t feel like a traditional 4WD and its on road manners aren’t compromised. The turning circle has increased to just under 12 metres although this wasn’t a hindrance on test.