Even in the base model Commodore Executive, the interior trim is nicely presented. The grey tone is pleasant and the materials are very good, thus it provides a relaxing and comfortable environment. Little wonder it remains Australia's best selling car.

Some of the worthwhile standard features of the VZ Executive include front air bags (but no side airbags, as they are optional), ABS, EBD, steering wheel height and reach adjustment, cruise control, trip computer, outside power mirrors, front seat lumbar support, remote control power key and, importantly, automatic headlights. A single disc CD player is standard, whilst a 6 disc CD player is a worthwhile option.

Pricing of the Commodore range is competitive, but Holden may have to watch the pricing, because it doesn't seem that the market is taking prices on a general move upward. The new car market remains very aggressive despite the market running at record levels. The test car, a VZ Executive sedan with metallic paint and air conditioning has a RRP of $35,410, which is at the upper limit of the price range for this type of car. It seems to me that fleet operators are the buyers of Commodores. There is a quite a lot of competition in the mid-to-high 30s and imported cars, together with lifestyle type vehicles (such as 4x4s) are attracting more and more owners as private buyers look beyond the traditional aussie six. Despite that, the Commodore remains highly sought after as a late model used car.

The colour choice is improving. There is a choice of 9 colours on the Executive. The test car was the new 'Odyssey', which is a mid-to-darkish silver with a slight bluish tinge. It looks attractive and, because it is a new colour to the range, it is quite appealing.