- New RS adds 1.4l iTi petrol engine to Barina powertrain line-up
- RS priced from $20,990*
The Holden Barina range has a new sporty version with the addition of the RS model.
Featuring the same 1.4 litre iTi petrol engine as the locally made Holden Cruze, the Barina RS comes standard with a
six-speed manual transmission with sports-oriented gear ratios or an optional six-speed automatic transmission with
Active Select, recording power output of 103kW and 200Nm of torque and a fuel economy rating of 6.5 litres per 100
kilometres.
Holden Barina RS features unique styling including sports front and rear fascias, fog lamps and new 17-inch alloy
wheels. A new exterior paint body colour for Barina, Orange Rock, is offered exclusively on the RS and the sports
styling extends to the cabin with heated leather appointed front seats with RS branding, leather gear shifter, sports
pedals and RS branded floor mats.
A piano black finish adds to the look of the interior, which also features a seven-inch colour touchscreen to house
Holden’s new MyLink infotainment system.
Holden Barina CDX and RS are the only cars in the light car segment to offer a seven-inch colour touchscreen that
allows the driver to connect a compatible smartphone or device to access embedded apps including Pandora®, Stitcher®
and TuneIn Radio.
Holden General Manager – Marketing Communications, Teresa Basile said that with its combination of edgy styling,
in-car technology and engaging driving experience, RS would continue to extend Barina’s appeal to a broader
audience.
“Holden Barina has been a popular choice for light car buyers for over 28 years. The addition of the RS model will
further extend the appeal of Barina to buyers looking for better driving performance from a light car, and priced from
just $20,990*, it represents great value at this competitive end of the market.”
As part of a global programme, Holden engineers were heavily involved in the development of Barina RS in conjunction
with engineering counterparts in the USA and Korea.
A unique electric power steering calibration, tailored specifically for Australian driving tastes was developed at
Holden’s proving ground in Lang Lang, Victoria. It has a quick ratio, ensuring a more reactive and sportier drive.
The dynamic performance of Barina RS is further enhanced with ride height reduced by 10mm and additional body bracing
which delivers a stiffer body structure.
Performance-tuned dampers with increased spring rates and stiffer shock absorbers make for the most agile and
nimble-handling Barina yet.
Holden Barina RS Pricing* (Hatch):
| manual transmission |
$20,990* |
| automatic transmission |
$23,190* |
