April 17, 2013

Volvo S60 Polestar production version (2013)


Volvo has released information about the production version of it’s S60 Polestar. Powered by a 3,0 l T6 engine, the new Volvo S60 Polestar can accelerate from standstill to 100 km/h in just 4,9 seconds, before reaching an electronically limited top speed of 250 km/h. This is possible thanks to the power under the hood: 350 HP and more than 500 Nm of torque. More information can be found in the specification sheet below.
 
Model: Volvo S60 Polestar Year: 2013 Engine: 3,0 l, T6 Gearbox: 6 speed, auto Fuel: petrol Layout: all wheel drive Power: 350 HP Torque: 500 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 4,9 seconds Top speed: 250 km/h (el. limited) Consumption: -
Volvo S60 Polestar 2013 production version
The masterpiece was made with the help of Polestar’s team, that modified the engine’s software, added a new intercooler, a new turbo system and stainless exhaust system with 3.5 inch tailpipes. The new Volvo S60 was also equipped with 19 inch wheels and ventilated Brembo brake disks.
Unfortunately, in the near future it will be available only for the Australian market.

April 9, 2013

Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid (2014)


Are you a Porsche fan? In this case, you have to know that the German automaker has released information regarding the new Panamera and Panamera E-Hybrid. The hybrid version has a 3,0 liter V6 engine that together with an electric motor can generate 410 HP, allowing the four-door car to reach a top speed of 269 km/h. If it would run only on the electric motor, it could reach a top speed of 133 km/h  and could travel for 17 – 35 km. More information about the new Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid can be found in the specification sheet below.
 
Model: Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid Year: 2014 Engine: 3,0 l, V6 + el. motor Gearbox: 6 speed, manual Fuel: petrol Layout: rear wheel drive Power: 410 HP Torque: ~ 580 Nm 0 - 100 km/h: 5,6 seconds Top speed: 269 km/h  Consumption: 3,1 l/100 km
Porsche Panamera E-Hybrid 2014
As for the Panamera 4 and Panamera 4-S, both have a 3.0 l, V6, twin-turbo engine, capable of developing 413 HP and 521 Nm of torque. If you want to buy one you have to wait until July and you will need  88 513 EUR for Panamera 4 and 110 409 EUR for the Panamera S E-Hybrid.