WHAT MAKES A POLESTAR
The S60 and V60 Polestar cars are based on the highest specification Volvo models, then numerous upgrades are made to transform them into Polestar Volvos. Here are a number of areas where improvements have been made:
PERFORMANCE
Chassis
An extensively enhanced chassis provides the driver with increased control, feedback and driving pleasure. The changes include Öhlins shock absorbers and stiffer springs, reducing body movement and lowering the car.
- Polestar & Öhlins shock absorbers
- 80% increased spring rate vs R-Design
- Carbon Fiber enforced front strut bar
- Stabilisers 15% stiffer vs R-Design
- Uprated connecting points, mounts and bushings
- Polestar unique Electrical Power Assisted Steering (EPAS)
| Volvo V60 Polestar 0-60 mph 4.5 sec 0-120 mph 15.6 sec Top speed 155 mph* | Volvo S60 Polestar 0-60 mph 4.4 sec 0-120 mph 15.8 sec Top speed 155 mph* |
ENGINE
- 4-cylinder Turbo and supercharger 1969 cc
- 270 kW (367 hp DIN / 362 hp SAE) @ 6000 rpm
- 470 Nm (347 lb-ft) @ 3100-5100 rpm
- Max 7000 rpm, Max boost 2.0 bar
- Polestar 3.0" stainless full-flow exhaust system with 3.5" tail pipes
Transmission
The eight-speed automatic gearbox features a new paddle shift system, Polestar-developed BorgWarner all-wheel drive ventilated and slotted as well as recalibrated traction control to provide maximum grip in all situations.
WHEELS AND BRAKES
Wheels
20" Polestar wheels are fitted with high-performance summer tires, resulting in significantly more grip and precise steering response.
Brakes
The brake system uses six-piston Brembo front calipers and 371 mm discs, delivering high-performance stopping power.
- Polestar/Brembo 6-piston caliper
- 371×32 mm ventilated disc
- New brake booster
- New main cylinder
- Optimized ESC & ABS
- Wheels: New Polestar bespoke rims 20x8" ET55
- Tires: Michelin Pilot Super Sport 245/35 ZR20 (95Y) XL
Equipment
All Polestar models come fully equipped with the full suite of available safety, comfort and convenience features standard.