subject: The Volvo S60r And V70r [print this page] When looking at the Volvo S60R and the Volvo V70R the technical tour de force of the Rs is not the brakes but rather Volvo's Active Performance Chassis (APC). Combining the new FOUR-C damping control with all-wheel drive, standard Servotronic speed-sensitive power-steering and DSTC (Dynamic Stability and Traction Control), the APC sets the Rs apart from their brothers in terms of prowess and day-to-day comfort.
FOUR-C constantly monitors suspension damping rates (at up to 500 times per second). It can also adjust all four shock absorbers independently in 5-15 milliseconds in accordance with the programmed parameters of the chosen setting. Volvo's electrically adjustable R-Line sports seats are standard fare and offer reasonable adjustment. In addition to seats, there is plenty of leather and classy alloy at the touch points in the cabin. The dash is handsome with its blend of alloy and blue faces. A trip computer is standard, as is an integrated phone.
The benefits of Volvo's airbags, SIPS (side impact), WHIPS (rear impact) & rollover systems are well documented. Add to this a commitment to child safety and you end up with an executive express that's fast and safe. Commencing under the bonnet, the Rs get substantial revision 2.5 litre five-cylinder engines. The all-alloy, long-stroke DOHC powerplants feature 20 per cent larger KKK blowers, dual air-to-air intercoolers, variable cam-timing (on both inlet and exhaust cams) and redesigned 20-valve cylinder-heads.
Boasting 220kW and 400Nm of torque (from 1950-5250rpm) in manual form, the engines also receive modified sumps to maintain oil pick-up during high cornering loads. An over-rev function extends the engine redline by 300rpm to 6800rpm for up to three seconds when the going is really hot.
Transverse-mounted, the mills are matched to a new, short-throw six-speed manual gearbox or five-speed adaptive Geartronic autobox..
Braking hardware is as serious as the rest of the kit. Four-piston Brembo calipers are fitted on all four corners and grip 330mm ventilated discs .. According to Volvo, these brakes are comparable to those fitted to Porsche's stunning Turbo coupe. Search Used Nissan Cars Westmeath.ie for a car that suits your needs.
