Page 1 | Page 2 To maintain agility comparable with HSV’s smaller and lighter models, the new 27 mm front anti-roll bar shared with HSV’s revised VTII models is balanced by a larger 16 mm anti-roll bar at the rear. The Grange’s body computer is specifically calibrated to provide a specific linear power steering curve to match the Grange suspension and tyres while keeping steering effort within the limits expected in a luxury car. Standard traction control, independent rear suspension, limited slip differential and ABS add reserves of safety and grip under all road conditions. In keeping with the choice of two potent drivetrains and the fine balance between sports handling and luxury ride, HSV developed a cabin that reflected the best of what the Caprice had to offer, deleting those items less relevant to the driver while adding several HSV features to enhance driver involvement and convenience. The new leather seats unique to the WH Grange are the most striking feature of the new cabin, providing individually contoured seats for four occupants with occasional seating for a fifth passenger in the rear. The distinctive longitudinal stitch pattern and padding not only generates the feel of a more traditional luxury interior but provides lateral location to match the Grange’s new handling capabilities. The new Shale leather colour is exclusive to the Grange. The front seats feature electric seat adjustment and a memory for the driver’s seat that will recall pre-set seat and mirror positions. The leather seat trim continues into the door panels which also feature woodgrain accents. The dash with its polished chrome highlights and woodgrain surround matched to the door accents completes the overall impression of a classy interior that integrates the HSV driver focus with upper level luxury. Individual HSV interior features include an HSV instrument cluster with distinctive HSV identification and light background, 250 km/h speedo and tachometer tailored to HSV engines. A leather bound steering wheel and HSV electrochromatic self-tinting centre mirror with reading lamps reflect Grange priorities. The HSV Owner’s Compartment, a feature of the Grange centre console, is upgraded to include a quality tyre gauge. The unique identification number for each new WH Grange has been moved to the centre console where any attempt to remove it will render it void. The Grange has also been the beneficiary of several important new convenience and safety features introduced with the WH long wheelbase range. Separate climate control facilities for driver and passenger allow the driver to personalise the driving environment for maximum alertness and comfort without impacting on the passenger. Front and side impact airbags combined with the latest in crash absorbing technology and a much stronger bodyshell offer world class crash protection. A first aid kit, luggage restraint net and fire extinguisher are also standard. The comprehensive WH Grange standard equipment list includes the HSV audio system with 6 stack CD player, 260 watt speakers, electric aerial, steering wheel remote controls and pre-wired car phone antenna. The WH Grange is the first HSV model to be fitted with the powerful new HSV security system called ESS or Embedded Security System. It is the third generation of HSV’s benchmark ISS security system and is a micro-processor controlled immobiliser that automatically interrupts four essential electrical circuits when armed and prevents the vehicle from being started. The ESS stores important security codes and every time the vehicle is started it reads these codes. If any of these codes differ from the stored codes, the ESS prevents the vehicle from starting. The system is embedded in the vehicle’s main wiring harness, and the control module which is virtually inaccessible, is connected to wiring that cannot be distinguished by colour or wire gauge. Exterior colours include Granada, Phantom, Heron, Amazon and Tungsten. Grange options include the HSV SatNav Global Positioning System. The HSV Performance and Premium brake packages are also available on special order. HSV are also confident that the new Grange has the right balance of luxury, style and performance to appeal to a new group of buyers who may never have considered a large locally built luxury car before. For those who have been reluctant to move into a vehicle of this size because of extra running costs, the fuel economy of the V6 supercharged engine and the big drop in fuel consumption that comes with the LS1 V8 are less obvious but important advances. Pricing will position the WH Grange well under the entry levels of mid-range European rear drive models while specifications and dimensions are closer to the larger models that start at double the Grange’s pricetag. Not only does the WH Grange introduce new levels of performance, style and comfort in spacious long wheelbase surroundings, it does so at a price that is achievable for many Australians. Recommended Retail Prices for the new HSV Grange:
The HSV owner experience of a bottle of Grange Hermitage valued at around $500 continues into WH following this successful initiative when the HSV Grange model was first introduced 2 years ago. For more information contact:
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