GM Zeta platform | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | General Motors |
Also called | Global RWD Architecture |
Production | 2006–2017 |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Full-size |
Body style(s) | 2-door coupe 2-door convertible 2-door coupé utility 4-door sedan 5-door Station wagon |
Chronology | |
Predecessor |
GM B platform ( for the 4th generation Caprice for the police in North America) GM V platform (RWD) GM F platform (for the Chevrolet Camaro) |
Successor | GM Alpha platform (for the Chevrolet Camaro) |
Zeta was the original name for General Motors' full-size rear-wheel drive automobile platform developed by GM's Australian subsidiary company Holden and was most recently referred to as the "Global RWD Architecture". The GM Zeta replaced the V-body, and debuted with 2006 Holden Commodore (VE) sedan and utility. This platform was considered as the replacement for the North American W, H, and K platforms until plans were cancelled due to fuel-economy considerations and GM's financial situation. Although the future of the Zeta program was in doubt at that time, in May 2009, Holden began the development of an improved second version of the platform that went on to form the basis of the 2013 Commodore (VF) and Chevrolet SS.
The fifth generation Chevrolet Camaro was the only Zeta platform model produced in North America. All other Zeta platform vehicles have been manufactured in Australia by Holden.
Australian manufactured models include the long-wheelbase Holden WM Statesman/Caprice sedan and the high performance range produced by Holden Special Vehicles. On export markets, Holden-based models included the:
In December 2013, Holden announced that it will cease its local production by 2017 and, with it, the production of the GM Zeta platform, with a buy-out plan revealed by Belgian automotive entrepreneur, Guido Dumarey, in December 2015.