2013 Volvo S60 Polestar officially revealed

Following last week's teaser, Volvo has officially revealed the production version of the 2013 S60 Polestar.

According to the Swedish carmaker, the S60 is powered by a 3.0-liter six-cylinder turbocharged T6 engine which produces 350 hp at 5,700 rpm and more than 500 Nm of torque between 2,800 rpm and 4,750 rpm. It is linked to a Polestar-tuned 6-speed automatic transmission with launch control and a Polestar-tweaked Haldex four-wheel drive system.

This engine has been equipped with a new intercooler, Borg Warner turbo and a full-flow stainless exhaust system with 3.5-inch tailpipes. Thanks to these changes, the 1,684 kg car can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 4.9 seconds and hit an electronically-limited top speed of 250 km/h.

A limited production run has been developed exclusively for the Australian market as a pilot project, with deliveries expected to commence in late June 2013.

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Video: Volvo S60 Polestar production version teased

Polestar has recently released a short teaser video showing a high-performance Volvo S60 Polestar which is aimed exclusively to the Australian market.

As you can see in the clip, the production version of the S60 Polestar concept comes with an aggressive front bumper with Polestar badging on the grille and a Ferrita 3.5-inch stainless steel exhaust system.

Little else is known about the model, but the concept had a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine which has been equipped with a Garret 3171 turbocharger, a new cylinder head, modified combustion chambers, an upgraded air intake and a Ferrita stainless steel exhaust system. This allows it to produce 508 hp at 6,500 rpm and 575 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm.

 

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Los Angeles 2012: Volvo S60 Polestar Performance concept

Volvo has officially unveiled the S60 Polestar Performance concept at the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show.

Developed by Volvo Cars Official Motorsports, the street-legal sports sedan study features a conservative body kit that includes a lowered front splitter, larger rear spoiler to reduce high speed lift and a carbon fiber diffusor. It has also been equipped with a specially-made Öhlins suspension, larger anti-roll bars, a beefier brake system and 19-inch Polestar alloy wheels wrapped in 265/30 R19 tires.

Inside, the cabin has a lower center console, while the steering wheel, gear knob and seats were fitted with Alcantara to ensure maximum grip.

Motivation is provided b a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline six-cylinder engine which has been equipped with a Garret 3171 turbocharger, a new cylinder head, modified combustion chambers, an upgraded air intake and a Ferrita stainless steel exhaust system. This allows it to produce 508 hp at 6,500 rpm and 575 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. Power is sent to all four wheels through a fourth-generation Haldex XWD system and close-ratio six-speed manual gearbox.

According to the Swedish carmaker, the sedan can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and hit a top speed in excess of 300 km/h.

The Volvo S60 Polestar concept has been bought by an individual client for $300,000 (€236,130 / £190,295) once all promotional duties were done.

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Volvo S60 Polestar concept headed to LA Auto Show

Volvo has announced the S60 Polestar Performance concept will make its debut the 2012 Los Angeles Auto Show later this month.

First introduced in June, the street-legal sports sedan study features a conservative body kit, a specially-made Öhlins suspension and 19-inch Polestar alloy wheels wrapped in 265/30 R19 tires. There's also larger anti-roll bars and high-performance brakes.

Under the hood, the 3.0-liter turbocharged straight-six engine has been equipped with a Garret 3171 turbocharger, a new cylinder head, modified combustion chambers, an upgraded air intake and a Ferrita stainless steel exhaust system. This allows it to produce 508 hp at 6,500 rpm and 575 Nm of torque at 5,500 rpm. The Swedish carmaker says that the sedan can accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and hit a top speed in excess of 300 km/h.

"This is Polestar’s interpretation of the Volvo S60," says Christian Dahl, founder and CEO of Polestar. "It’s a car developed with our own preferences in mind - although we know they are also shared by active drivers."

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Volvo V60 Racing Wagon unveiled

After releasing a teaser image last week, Volvo has unveiled the V60 Racing Wagon at the 2012 Sao Paulo Motor Show.

According to the Swedish automaker, the race car features a white and blue paint job that celebrates the Volvo 850 station wagon which participated in the 1994 British Touring Car Championship (BTCC). It comes with 18-inch alloy wheels wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires, a three-spoke steering wheel, a welded roll cage and bucket seats for the front passengers.

Motivation is privided by a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder T5 engine with more than 250 hp. It is mated to a six-speed dual-clutch transmission. Volvo says the wagon is indeed track-ready.

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Volvo V40 R-Design and Cross Country get UK pricing

Volvo has recently released pricing details for the V40 R-Design and Cross Country in the UK. The first one has a starting price of £22,295, while the latter costs £22,595. Both cars are available to order now with first deliveries are expected to commence in January next year.

First up, the V40 R-Design comes with some modifications such as a redesigned front bumper and rear diffuser, 5-spoke 17-inch alloy wheels, silver matt door mirrors, a sports steering wheel and pedals, as well as unique R-Design embossed nubuck upholstery.

Standard features include LED daytime running lights, a bespoke R-Design aluminum trim and a TFT display. There's also the Lux version (£31,390) adding active xenon headlights, rain sensing wipers, cruise control, keyless start and rear mood lighting.

Moving up to the Cross Country, it comes as standard with autofolding door mirrors with ground lights and black mirror covers, 16-inch alloy wheels, silver roof rails, unique tread plates, rain sensor and textile/T-Tec upholstery. Meanwhile, the Lux version (£33,875) adds 17-inch alloy wheels, leather-faced upholstery, active bending xenon headlights, LED day-running lights, rear reading and theatre lighting.

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Volvo V40 Cross Country unveiled

The Volvo V40 Cross Country has recently been unveiled ahead of its Paris debut on September 29.

Set to compete with the Audi Q3 and BMW X1, the model comes with redesigned front and rear bumpers, a new front grille, new daytime running lights. There’re also silver roof rails, side sills with contrasting inserts and restyled 19-inch alloy wheels.

Meanwhile, the cabin gets a 60/40 split rear seat, an extra floor insert, along with City Safety auto-braking, Bluetooth and the world’s first pedestrian airbag.

Under the hood, engine options will reportedly include:

•  2.5-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder petrol T5 with 254 hp and 400 Nm.
• 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder petrol T3 with 180 hp and 270 Nm.
• 2.0-liter turbocharged 5-cylinder diesel D4 with 177 hp and 400 Nm.
• 2.0-liter diesel D3 with 150 hp and 350 Nm.
• 1.6-liter diesel D2 with 115 hp and 285 Nm. 

According to the Swedish carmaker, only the T5 is linked to all-wheel drive, while the rest of the engines are offered with front-wheel drive. All versions are fitted with start/stop system and braking energy regeneration. Both 6-speed manual and 6-speed automatic transmissions are available.

The V40 Cross Country is expected to hit markets early next year and pricing will start at around £19,500.

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2013 Volvo S60 and XC60 recalled

Volvo Cars of North America has recently announced a recall for the 2013 S60 and XC60 due to an airbag defect.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, only nine units will be affected by this recall. The NHTSA says that a manufacturing defect in the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) control module that may lead to an inadvertent deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or the inflatable side curtain airbag.

Deployment of the seat belt pretensioner and/or side curtain airbag could result in driver distraction and reduced visibility, both of which increase crash risk.

Volvo says that none of the affected units have been sold in the United States yet and they have been quarantined on dealer lots, expecting to be repaired. The SRS control unit will be completely replaced in order for the models to be sold to customers.

Owners of 2013 Volvo S60 or XC60 models with any questions or concerns may contact Volvo Cars of North America at 1-800-458-1552 or the NHTSA at 1-888-327-4236 (campaign ID 12V439000).

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2013 Volvo XC70 and S80 recalled

Volvo is recalling 300 2013 XC70s and S80s due to a malfunctioning tire pressure monitoring system, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

"A software error within the Central Electronic Module will result in the 'TPMS Service Required' message appearing after approximately 15 minutes of accumulated driving over 25 mph," said NHTSA in its recalls summary of the problem. "The error will prevent the tire pressure monitoring system from warning the driver that a tire needs air. A malfunctioning tire pressure monitoring system cannot warn a driver that a tire is under-inflated. Under-inflated tires can result in tire overloading and overheating, which could lead to a blowout and possible crash."

Volvo hasn’t announced a date for the recall yet, but owners can contact Volvo customer service at (800) 458-1552 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at (888) 327-4236. Dealers will reprogram the tire pressure monitoring system free of charge.

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Volvo S60 Polestar concept sold for $300,000

According to a recent report from PistonHeads, the Volvo S60 Polestar concept has been bought by an individual client for $300,000 (€236,130 / £190,295) once all promotional duties were done.

Based on the Volvo S60 race car seen in the TTA Swedish racing series, the car is powered by a turbocharged inline-six engine with 508 hp and 575 Nm of torque. The power is send to all four wheels via a reinforced close ratio manual 6-speed gear box, allowing the concept to accelerate from 0-100 km/h in 3.9 seconds and hit a top speed in excess of 300 km/h.

If you want to purchase it, you still have the opportunity, because Volvo and Polestar have hinted that they will build additional models.

Please check this post to know more about the Volvo S60 Polestar concept.

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