Volvo V60 Polestar revealed

Volvo’s steady nurturing of Polestar as a performance sub-brand continues. The latest model to receive the treatment is the V60 estate, which is instantly recognisable by its larger front splitter, 20” alloy wheels, tailgate spoiler and rear diffuser.

It’s not just a cosmetic conversion though, as all of the car’s major components have been modified by Polestar.

Volvo V60 Polestar (2014) Side

For instance, the 2,953 cc, six-cylinder engine gets an upgraded Borg Warner twin-scroll turbocharger, a more efficient intercooler and a stainless steel exhaust. As a result, power is up to 345 bhp (257 kW / 350 PS) while a substantial 500 Nm (369 lb/ft) of peak torque is available from just 2,800 rpm.

That output is sent to all four wheels via a specially recalibrated six-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters. The V60 Polestar can accelerate from standstill to 62 mph (100km/h) in only 4.9 seconds, before going on to an electronically-limited top speed of 155 mph (250 km/h).

To go with the extra grunt, stiffer springs and Öhlins dampers are fitted, along with an enhanced braking set-up that features six-piston Brembo calipers and floating discs for the front wheels. The traction control system has been tweaked, too.

Sales of the V60 Polestar are set to being in June 2014, with sales initially restricted to Canada, the Netherlands, Japan, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Volvo V60 Polestar (2014) DashboardVolvo V60 Polestar (2014) Front Side

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