Volvo S60 Polestar, the first images

Volvo has presented the first series S60 Polestar. The 350 horsepower model has the same weight as T6 R-Design version, but accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 4.9 seconds.

Volvo has built a production version of the S60 Polestar concept. The performance version of  S60 has a T6, 2,953 cc engine, which delivers 350 horsepower at 5,700 rpm and a maximum torque of 500 Nm between 2,800 and 4,750 rpm.The maximum turation of the unit equipped with Borg Warner turbine with improved intercooler and stainless steel exhaust is 6,500 rpm. The acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h of this version is made in 4.9 seconds, while the top speed is electronically limited to 250 km/h, as well as for its equivalents.

The chassis has Polestar Ohlins  dampers, adjustable in two directions, upgraded coil springs, reinforced suspension arms and more rigid anti-roll stabilizers for both decks. The weight of the model is identical to that of a standard S60 T6 R-design, respectively 1,684 kg. The automatic transmission with six reports that comes in equipping this model has a launch-control function, a modified software which assures more power for the rear wheels and faster gear changing. As for safety, it has performance breaks, all discs having the diameter of over 300 mm, and the four discs are ventilated to provide top performance.

 Tin terms of changes from a standard  S60, this model has a Polestar air diffuser, Polestar front splitters, Polestar interior trim, special plate that explains the uniqueness of the model, Polestar aluminum pedals and other small accessories from the performance division of Volvo. The first production units will be delivered to the clients on the second half of  June 2013. Unfortunately for European Volvo fans, the first batch of S60 Polestar goes directly to Australia.