The HSV Commodore VL is a high-performance variant of the Holden Commodore VL, produced by Holden Special Vehicles in Australia during the VL generation's production run of 1986 to 1988. HSV developed the car as part of its early efforts to establish a factory-backed performance program, distinguishing it from the standard Commodore through engine, suspension, and cosmetic upgrades. The VL generation is particularly notable for its use of the Nissan-sourced RB30 inline-six engine in standard form, which HSV worked with to extract greater performance outputs. The broader VL HSV lineup included variants that served as a foundation for the brand's growing reputation in Australian touring car culture and road car performance.
