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Commonwealth of Nations
Vauxhall's VXR8 has its origins in Australia and is on sale in Britain to add some muscle to the top of the VXR range.

   


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Performance, emissions & economy

0-60 mph (seconds): 4.9

Urban mpg: 12.4
Extra urban mpg: 25.9
Combined mpg: 18.5
CO2 (g/km): 365


Dimensions & weights

Length (mm): 4941
Height (mm): 1468
Width (mm): 2174
Wheelbase (mm): 2915
Cargo volume (litres): 496
Gross weight (kg): 2260
Kerb weight (kg): 1831
Fuel tank capacity (litres): 73


 
Engine & transmission

Engine: V8 naturally aspirated petrol engine mounted longitudinally in front. Designation: GEN4 LS2. Aluminium alloy cylinder heads and block.

Cubic capacity (cc): 5967
Compression ratio: 10.90:1
Bore x stroke (mm): 101.60 x 92.00
Valve gear: Cast steel roller rocker arms, roller cam followers.
Max. power (bhp): 412 at 6000 rpm
Max. torque (lb.ft): 405 at 4400 rpm

Transmission: Six-speed manual gearbox. Rear-wheel drive. Limited slip differential. (Automatic 'box also available).

Gear ratios:
1st: 3.01:1
2nd: 2.07:1
3rd: 1.43:1
4th: 1.00:1
5th: 0.84:1
6th: 0.57:1
Final drive ratio: 3.70:1


 
Chassis & running gear

Front: MacPherson strut with progressive rate springs and anti-roll bar.

Rear: Independent multi-link rear suspension with progressive rate springs.

Steering: Variable ration power assisted rack and pinion steering.

Brakes: Ventilated discs all-round. ABS with EBD and ESP. Front: 365mm. Rear: 360mm.

Wheels: 19-inch 10-spoke alloy wheels as standard.

Tyres: Bridgestone. Front: 245/40 R19. Rear: 275/35 R19.







 

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