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Holden Calais

Holden Calais — hatchback. Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

About the Holden Calais

Holden Calais is a hatchback in the full-size luxury car class. The guide brings together the vehicle information currently available for this model and a FR layout layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This guide is designed to answer practical questions about the Holden Calais, including its specifications, engine, fuel economy, tires, maintenance and ownership details.

Holden Calais specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Holden
Model	Calais
Model years	Not specified
Body style	hatchback
Vehicle class	Full-size luxury car
Manufacturer	Cadillac
Production	1965–1976
Market / country	NZ

Engine, transmission and performance

The available source data does not identify a single engine configuration for every Holden Calais variant.. The listed drivetrain/layout is FR layout.

Drivetrain / layout	FR layout

Holden Calais other specifications

Name	Cadillac Calais
Image	1966 Cadillac Calais two door front.jpg
Caption	1966 Cadillac Calais Coupe

Holden Calais generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Cadillac Calais	1965–1976	Not specified	Not specified	FR layout

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Holden Calais

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load32 PSI front30 PSI rear

Fully loaded34 PSI front33 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	32 PSI	30 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	34 PSI	33 PSI	Estimate

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Frequently asked questions about Holden Calais

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What tire pressure should I use for the Holden Calais?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 32 PSI front and 30 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Holden Calais?

There is no single best engine oil for every Holden Calais configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Holden Calais?

The Holden Calais is classified as a hatchback.

Is the Holden Calais FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Holden Calais is FR layout.

Who makes the Holden Calais?

The manufacturer listed for the Holden Calais is Cadillac.

When was the Holden Calais produced?

The available source data describes production as 1965–1976.

What class of car is the Holden Calais?

The Holden Calais is listed in the Full-size luxury car class.

What platform does the Holden Calais use?

The available source data lists the platform/chassis as C-body.

Which markets or countries sold the Holden Calais?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Holden Calais with NZ. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Holden Calais?

The available vehicle data lists Cadillac Seville as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Holden Calais?

The available vehicle data lists Cadillac Seville as the successor where applicable.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Holden Calais?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Holden Calais?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Holden Calais is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Holden Calais have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Holden Calais?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Holden Calais images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.