The Volvo S60 R and V70 R are packaged with the most powerful engine in the Volvo range. Volvo’s newly developed five-cylinder 2.5 liter in-line turbocharged powerplant produces 300 horsepower and 295 ft.-lbs. of torque between 1,950 and 5,250 rpm.

The R engine’s power output per liter of cylinder displacement places it among market leaders for performance efficiency. The engine reaches maximum torque at 1,950 rpm, thanks to the larger cylinder bore and a new turbo, with a maximum charging pressure of about 1 bar. The high charging pressure significantly raises the temperature of the intake air, so the S60 R and V70 R are fitted with twin intercoolers.

The engine is equipped with Dual Wide Range CVVT continuously variable valve timing, on both the intake and exhaust camshafts. CVVT adjusts the valve opening times to suit the engine speed and load, lowering fuel consumption and reducing emissions, while increasing performance.

The new six-speed manual gearbox is designed to handle the high torque delivered by the engine. The short-throw shifter allows fast gear changes enhancing the connectivity between the car and driver.

SPECIFICATIONS

VEHICLE TYPE……………..AWD sedan

POWERPLANT……………….2.5L I5

OUTPUT…………………..300 horsepower, 258 torque

EPA MILEAGE RATING………..18 mpg city, 25 mpg highway

MSRP…………………….$37,510