A NEW German-designed electronic Blaupunkt sound system is a highlight of the redesigned VY Commodore interior, replacing the ageing Eurovox audio unit.

Operated exclusively by push-buttons, except for the large and tactile rotary dial on the driver's side to adjust sound functions, the security PIN-coded system has a total output of 80 watts (compared to Falcon's 100-watt system) and, like its XR6 Turbo rival, six speakers.

Commodore SS improves on Executive's entry level AM/FM Blaupunkt system by offering an in-dash six-CD stacker with load and eject buttons.

The new Blaupunkt system also features a large LCD screen revealing the time, station selection and disc selection, keyless play, auxiliary input for a mobile phone, auto mute, compatibility with Holden Assist, six presets and remote steering wheel controls.