- From race track to road - evolutionary S60 Polestar
revealed
- Brembo performance brakes and gearshift paddles among
updates
- Optimised drivability for all roads and all conditions
Volvo Car Australia is delighted to release the next generation
Volvo S60 Polestar, developed by Volvo Car Group's global
performance and motorsport partner, Polestar.
The latest incarnation of the Volvo S60 Polestar builds on the
strengths of the limited-edition debut model, which was released
only in Australia in 2013. The new car was unveiled just after the
Clipsal 500, Volvo Polestar Racing's debut V8 Supercar Championship
race in Adelaide.
"We're pleased to introduce the next incarnation of the Volvo
S60 Polestar," said Matt Braid, Volvo Car Australia Managing
Director.
"The luxury sedan segment in Australia is defined by significant
performance variants. Following on the from the successful
limited-edition run last year in Australia, Volvo decided to
introduce unique Polestar variants on the production line for a
number of markets.
"As Polestar's test market, if you like, we are delighted to be
at the forefront of Polestar's global development as a
high-performance sub brand."
The evolution of the S60 Polestar is based on feedback from
Australian journalists and customers to the highly-capable debut
model with this next generation, model year 2014 version, featuring
gearshift paddles, new Brembo brake package and a subtly-revised
interior to further distinguish the S60 Polestar as a car at the
very top of its game.
The six-cylinder turbo-charged T6 engine has been optimised by
Polestar with a bigger turbo, new intercooler, revised engine
mapping and racing exhaust to produce 257kW and 500Nm.
The six-speed automatic gearbox has been Polestar-optimised, which
means quick-shift gearchanges via the new gearshift paddles. In
conjunction with the launch control - and Polestar-optimised Haldex
AWD system - the S60 Polestar will accelerate from standstill to
100km/h in just 4.9 seconds, and on to a limited top speed of
250km/h.
Chassis upgrades include modifications to increase rigidity of
the chassis, with 80 percent stiffer springs relative to a standard
S60 T6 R-Design. These changes combined, with the tailored
high-performance Öhlins shock absorbers and 19"
Polestar graphite alloy wheels result in a precise, yet
comfortable, ride.
The brake system has undergone modifications for this latest
incarnation. The S60 Polestar now boasts six-piston Brembo
calipers, 370mm ventilated floating discs with high performance
pads front and rear, providing superior braking performance with no
fade.
To reflect the increased performance of the S60 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 diffuser, increasing downforce.
The new S60 Polestar incorporates unique sports seats for
comfort during any driving condition. Upholstered in charcoal
Nubuck and leather, these are complimented by blue stitching and an
embossed Polestar logo.
The next generation Volvo S60 Polestar is proof that
cutting-edge race technology fine-tuned for the road, can deliver a
refined, assured and highly-entertaining performance car, capable
of delivering whatever the weather.
The Volvo S60 Polestar will be available in showrooms from April
2014.
For further information please contact:
Oliver Peagam
Public Affairs Manager
Volvo Car Australia
T: 02 9020 1613
M: 0408 691 017
E: opeagam@volvocars.com