Vauxhall VXR8 VE
The thunder from down under: a raw, Australian-built V8 bruiser for British roads.
- Power
- 417 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 4.9 s
- Top speed
- 155 mph
About the Vauxhall VXR8 VE
Launched in 2007 as a four-door successor to the Monaro coupe, the Vauxhall VXR8 was a rebadged Holden Special Vehicles (HSV) Clubsport R8. It brought old-school muscle car thrills to the UK, featuring a 6.0-litre LS2 V8 engine and a rear-wheel-drive chassis designed for tail-out antics. While the interior lacked the refinement of German rivals, its massive performance-per-pound and characterful soundtrack earned it a cult following. The VE-generation VXR8 remains a rare sight on British roads, prized for its simplicity and raw power.
Vauxhall VXR8 VE specs
The Vauxhall VXR8 VE produces 417 bhp (311 kW) and 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 4.9 seconds and has a top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).
| Make | Vauxhall |
|---|---|
| Model | VXR8 |
| Generation | VE |
| Trim | 6.0 V8 |
| Years | 2007–2013 |
| Type | Muscle |
| Body style | Saloon |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Production | About 594 built |
| Engine | 6.0-litre V8 |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 5,967 cc (6.0 litres) |
| Induction | Naturally aspirated |
| Power | 417 bhp (311 kW) at 6,000 rpm |
| Torque | 550 Nm (406 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 6,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 4.9 s |
| Top speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,831 kg (4,037 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 228 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
Vauxhall VXR8 VE rarity in CarSpot
The Vauxhall VXR8 VE is a Rare card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 42 out of 100. Performance cars, typically worth around £50,000 to £100,000. A Rare card is worth 40 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Vauxhall VXR8 VE fun facts
- The VXR8's front brakes were so powerful that Vauxhall claimed it could stop from 60 mph faster than a Lamborghini Murciélago.
- Despite its British badge, the car was entirely manufactured in Australia by Holden Special Vehicles in Elizabeth, South Australia.
- The 6.0-litre LS2 engine was replaced by the 6.2-litre LS3 unit just one year after launch, making the original 6.0 models relatively rare.