Polestar Engineered
At Volvo we understand what drives you.
We understand that sometimes you want more performance, a little more response, and a lot of pure electric torque. That’s why we, together with Polestar, have developed the Polestar Engineered trim level and engine software optimisation for our new models.
Designed to perform
How do you improve an already great driving experience? By harnessing the power of electrification in our T8 Twin Engine and complementing it with high-end performance parts, Polestar engineers have fine-tuned the cars to deliver an engaging and electrified driving experience.
Polestar Optimization
Optimize your drive
ENGINEERED OPTIMIZATION
If there is one thing we know at Polestar, it's that there's always room for improvement. In our Polestar optimization program, we focus on different key features that will enhance your personal driving experience, taking it to a new level of control and excitement.
Take the long way home
Our Polestar Engineered cars use high performance parts from some of the most respected suppliers in the business. Every component is fine-tuned and engineered to work together in order to enhance driving enjoyment. The highly controlled and intuitive driving characteristics, in combination with powerful plug-in hybrid propulsion technology, deliver an involving, electrified, driving experience designed to make a statement.
Polestar Engineered Brembo Brakes for high performance
Polestar Engineered Öhlins Chassis for intuitive and highly controlled handling(incl. strut bar)
Polestar Engineered engine optimisation carries on the tradition of adding a flavour of Polestar to your Volvo car with the help of powertrain software enhancements. Designed to increase power, acceleration, transmission performance (automatic only) and all-wheel drive torque, Polestar Optimisation can be added to new and existing Volvo models. Please talk to your dealer for more information.
Technology
Design
Optimising the complete powertrain
The following features have been optimized to deliver a better, more balanced and stronger driving experience.
Throttle Response
Quicker Passing
Throttle response has been recalibrate to provide improved feedback & acceleration reaction -ideal for passing or during active driving on a twisted road.
Improve Predictability & Control*
The engine and transmission have been calibrated to provide faster responses when the driver suddenly releases the throttle, providing predictability & control. * Automatic transmission only
Off-Throttle Response
Gearshift Speed
Faster gearshifts & acceleration
Shift speed has been increased, allowing the car to accelerate faster and react more directly to
driver input.
* Automatic transmission only
Better precision, smarter gear shifts*
Gearshift has been optimised to provide a more precise driving experience with faster acceleration. Gearshift
points have been calibrated to utilise the optimised mid-range engine performance, while the gear hold function
maintains the same gear when cornering with high lateral g-force.
* Automatic transmission only
Gearshift Precision & Gear Hold
Engine Performance
More power when it matters
All Drive-E Optimisations are made to provide greater performance in the engine's mid-range powerband band- perfect for the sporty driver wnen passing, entering a highway or coming out of a turn.
Increased torque to the rear wheels for a more dynamic experience
Increased torque to the rear wheels for a more dynamic experience results in both improved control during cornering and better traction at take off. Available for non-hybrid SPA & CMA vehicles with AMD from model year 2016 & onwards.
AWD Torque Distribution
Safety
Enhance your Volvo car in approximately 60 minutes
Our optimizations are installed – in about an hour – by authorized Volvo Cars dealers. Your original warranty and service intervals are unaffected, as are fuel consumption and emission levels (oz/mile).
Technology
Naturally Beautiful
Light, space and craftmanship - enjoy Swedish luxury on every drive
Polestar
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Polestar Engineered
At Volvo we understand what drives you.
We understand that sometimes you want more performance, a little more response, and a lot of pure electric torque. That’s why we, together with Polestar, have developed the Polestar Engineered trim level and engine software optimisation for our new models.
Designed to perform
How do you improve an already great driving experience? By harnessing the power of electrification in our T8 Twin Engine and complementing it with high-end performance parts, Polestar engineers have fine-tuned the cars to deliver an engaging and electrified driving experience.
