LG Nova

Again Corolla based, the second generation Nova’s new big hatch/sedan body and high levels of refinement augmented comfortable, durable and practical motoring.

But it also meant that the 78kW fuel-injected 1.6 twin-cam ‘4’ SL/X had to work hard to get things moving, especially when mated to the four-speed auto.

Power steering and independent rear suspension provided easy, competent handling.

Falling sales meant Holden rationalised the models down to the SL/X and sporty 85kW 1.8L GS.