In December 2017, the Holden Colorado pickup got the
HSV treatment and the result was named the SportsCat 4×4. Fast forward to July 2019 and the
off-road performance version of the Colorado sees its first round of updates
under the Series 2 moniker. Aimed mainly at improving the SportsCat’s looks,
the modifications include a new gloss black treatment for the grille, fascia,
and lower inserts, as well as additional HSV branding and new 18×10-inch
six-spoke forged alloy wheels in matte black.
The rims are shod with Cooper Zeon LTZ Pro Sports
All-terrain tires that are a hybrid between a sports-truck and an all-terrain
tire. HSV says is has selected the rubber for its “outstanding on-road
performance characteristics, most notably on tarmac and dirt roads.”
Inside, the HSV SportsCat 4×4 Series 2 gains new HSV
Performance seats with Windsor suede inserts and “substantially enhanced
bolsters,” a sports-profile steering wheel wrapped in leather, and HSV-branded
front seat headrests, floor mats, and instrument panel. In addition to these
rather minor styling tweaks, the SportsCat Series 2 gains several chassis
updates.
The off-road pickup continues to be offered in two
variants, albeit with new names. The SportsCat Look Pack is now called the
SportsCat V, while the SportsCat+ switches to
the SportsCat SV (the grey truck) moniker. Both feature the same engine as
before, a 2.8-liter Duramax turbodiesel rated at 200 PS and up to 500
Nm of torque when linked to the optional six-speed automatic
transmission (a six-speed manual gearbox is standard).
The off-road suspension (with optional SupaShock
dampers) and safety technology remain unchanged as well. Prices stay the same
too, with the SportsCat V starting at AUD 62,490 and the
SportsCat SV starting at AUD 66,790.
