* S60 and V60 model *
0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds * Limited Edition
The new Volvo
S60 and V60 Polestar are here, set for sale on four continents around the
world in 2014. The countries set for the S60 and V60 Polestar include Canada,
the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom and the USA, with
further markets and final production numbers to be revealed next year.
”We are proud to present the S60 and V60 Polestar. A car
developed for those who share our passion at Polestar: That driving really
matters and that a true driver’s car should enable you to enjoy driving all
year, on all roads and in all weather conditions. This is a driver’s car for
real life,” said Christian Dahl, CEO of
Polestar.
“With the introduction of the V60 model, we are proud to
continue the heritage of fast Volvo estates like the racing 850 BTCC, a
tradition deeply rooted among Volvo enthusiasts,” continued Christian Dahl, CEO
of Polestar.
”Our motorsport co-operation with Polestar has been going on
for almost two decades and it is rewarding to see how Polestar can use their
experiences from motorsport to engineer such an exciting and competent car,”
said Derek Crabb, Motorsport Director at
Volvo Car Group (Volvo Cars).
“It is very satisfying to see how Polestar have been able to
combine this level of driving performance in their interpretation of the S60
and V60 with maintained original service program, class leading safety features
and certified fuel- and emission ratings. Customers buying this car will get
the best from both Polestar and Volvo,” said Alain Visser, Senior Vice President Marketing, Sales & Customer
Service at Volvo Cars.
All-year performance
The car is based on the latest generation Volvo S/V60 and
marks the start of an extended Polestar production model range. Development of
the car has been ongoing over the past years, picking up from the C30 and S60
Concept cars and the Australian S60 Polestar. Thousands of development
kilometres have been driven on twisty mountain roads, on the Autobahn and test
tracks from the south of Europe to the frozen north of Sweden.
”We have continued our work to create a true driver’s car
which is not limited only to a few specific driving conditions, but enjoyable
on everything from your favourite winding roads to taking the family for a long
journey, no matter summer or winter. And in my view, we have gotten very close
to our goals, something that of course is best experienced first-hand behind
the wheel,” said Robert Dahlgren,
Polestar racing and test driver.
Polestar performance
engineering
Chassis
Upgrades include modifications made to increase rigidity of
the chassis to cater for the 80% stiffer springs relative to the standard S60
R-Design. These changes combined with the tailored high performance Öhlins
shock absorbers and 20” Polestar wheels results in a precise, yet comfortable,
driving experience.
Brakes
The brake system has undergone substantial modifications.
Most visible are the 371 millimetre ventilated front discs and six-piston
Brembo calipers, guaranteeing a high level of braking performance.
Aerodynamics
To reflect the increased performance of the S/V60 Polestar,
positive aerodynamic effects have been achieved through subtle, yet efficient,
modifications based on data from tests in the Volvo Cars wind tunnel. The
changes are visible with the front splitters, optimising the airflow underneath
the car, as well as a new rear spoiler and diffusor, increasing downforce.
Engine
The six-cylinder turbo-charged T6 engine has undergone
extensive development with a new twin-scroll turbo and intercooler to produce
350 HP/257 kW at 5700 rpm and 500 Nm/369 lb-ft already at 2800 rpm. The engine
breathes through a 2.5” stainless steel exhaust system, making for a throaty
engine note.
Transmission
The six-speed automatic gearbox features a new paddle shift
system that together with the Polestar developed Haldex four-wheel drive system
takes the car from 0-100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds and to a limited top speed of
250 km/h. The gearbox as well as the four-wheel drive system and traction
control system has been recalibrated in order to provide an active driving experience
and maximum grip in all situations.
Interior
The interior has been reworked with new details, materials
and Polestar colours, such as the steering wheel, seats and more, with the sole
purpose of increasing driver support and control.
”All in all we have taken a major step forward in all areas,
from chassis and engine to interior and exterior details. Development work has
been focused on the overall package in order to create a car that you want to
use every day, both from a practical and emotional perspective,” said Henrik Fries, S/V60 Polestar Technical
Project Manager.
Sales and delivery
Polestar will begin delivery of the new S60 and V60 Polestar
in June 2014 to the local markets.
“We are all very excited and proud over our launch of
two new cars as yet another step towards a range of Polestar Engineered Volvo
cars available for people like us around the world. To do it together with
Volvo, one of the world’s leading car manufacturers, is greatly satisfying and
we look forward to an exciting future,” said Christian Dahl, CEO of Polestar.
Performance
0-100 km/h 4.9 sec
0-200 km/h 17.7 sec
80-120 km/h 4.7 sec
Top speed 250 km/h / 155 mph – Electronically limited
Chassis
Polestar Öhlins shock absorber system
Polestar bespoke rims, 8x20” ET53 with 245/35R20 tyres
Engine
6-cylinder inline T6 engine, 2953 cc
257 kW (350 hp) @ 5700 rpm
500 Nm (369 lb-ft) @ 2800-4750 rpm
Max 6500 rpm
New twin-scroll Borg Warner turbo
New intercooler
Polestar 2.5” stainless full-flow exhaust system with twin
3.5” tail pipes
Weight
S60 Polestar: 1752 kg
V60 Polestar: 1822 kg
Transmission
AWF21 automatic gearbox with paddle shift system
Polestar transmission calibration for faster gearshifts,
launch control and curve-hold functionality
Polestar Haldex calibration for more rear torque dynamic
distribution
Polestar calibrated stability control system
Brakes
Front: Polestar/Brembo 6 piston brake calipers
371x32 mm ventilated and floating Brembo discs
Rear: 302x22 mm ventilated disc
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