Holden introduced another facelift for the Commodore lineup in 2004, introducing new engines and a restyled look.
Known as the Commodore VZ, the 2004 model was the third facelift brought by the Australian carmaker to its mid-size sedan lineup. Unlike other carmakers, Holden split its sedan range into seven trim levels: Executive, Acclaim, Berlina, Calais, SV6, SV8, and SS, with differences between engines and interior equipment. Above the Commodore, but on the same platform, the carmaker built the Caprice/Statesman lineup with a longer wheelbase.

On the outside, the VZ featured a new front fascia with a more aggressive styling and angular-shaped headlights. Its wrapped-around front bumper sported a lower grille to help to cool the engine and two fake side-scoops for fog lights if fitted. Like most of the facelifts, the VZ featured new taillights, but different depending on the trim level.

Inside, Holden offered bucket seats at the front and a flat bench in the rear, fit for three, but with a tall center tunnel. There were not too many noticeable changes on the rounded instrument cluster, which was very similar to its previous model. GM considered that if the customers didn’t complain, it didn’t have to fix it. A new, Blaupunkt sound system was offered as an option.

Under the hood, Holden installed a 238 hp V-6 engine for the base version, with variable valve timing for the exhaust only. For selected powerplants, the carmaker installed a new, five-speed automatic gearbox.