2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered Comprehensive In Car Review: Not what you expect!
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 Published On Mar 25, 2021

Yeah, I'm surprised too. I mean, this is a Volvo, right? But two very important words prove to be Polestar and Engineered. In this video, I thoroughly look around, inside, and under the car for you before we head on a drive to feel what this Volvo is all about.

In to racing? Check out my podcast: http://funwithcars.com/

Video Chapters
0:00​​ Introduction and specifications
2:05 Walk around
4:23​​ Looking inside and cargo space
6:50 Looking underneath at the suspension
9:24 Drive review - Overview
10:20 Drive review - Powertrain
13:22​ Drive review - Launch
14:44 Drive review - Drive modes
15:24​​ Drive review - Chassis
19:15 Drive review - Ride and comfort
20:10 Drive review - Fuel economy
20:25​ Drive review - Summary

2021 Volvo XC60 T8 Polestar Engineered
Base Price: $70,595
As Tested Price: $71,290

Engine:
Power: 328 horsepower at 6000 rpm
Torque: 317 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm
Electric Motor:
Power: 87 horsepower at 7000 rpm
Torque: 177 lb-ft of torque between 0-3000 rpm
Combined:
Power: 415 horsepower
Torque: 494 lb-ft of torque at 3000 rpm

Battery: 11.6 kWh
Transmission: eight-speed automatic transmission
Drive: all-wheel-drive

Fuel Economy
Combined 57 mpge – electric only and engine
Combined 27 mpg – engine only

Dimensions
Length: 184.6 inches
Width: 74.9 inches
Height: 65.1 inches
Wheelbase: 112.8 inches

Weights and Capacities
Curb weight: n/a lbs
Interior volume: 103 cubic feet (according to Fueleconomy.gov)
Cargo volume: 30 cubic feet (according to Fueleconomy.gov)

Calculated weight to power: n/a pounds per horsepower
Mfr’s claimed 0-60 mph: 4.9 seconds
Mfr’s claimed Top Speed: 112 mph governed
Government classified size: Small Sport Utility Vehicle
Seating: 5

Options: Metallic paint, $695

Recorded
24th of March 2021

Who is Robin Warner? – Brief description and bio

Robin spent five years of his adult life as an engineer. Four years at a Tier One supplier, TRW Automotive (now ZF TRW Auto), working as a traction and stability control calibration engineer, and little over a year as a vehicle dynamics engineer at Ford Motor Company.

Furthermore, he spent 15 years of his adult life holding different editor positions at various magazines, including Associate Technical Editor at Car and Driver, Road Test Editor at Road & Track, and Managing Editor at Autoweek.

Robin also spent several years racing. He started in autocross, then bought a go-kart and then another one. Having a lot of success, including a Great Lakes Sprint Series championship in 2002, he moved to single-seaters, racing in the 2003 Skip-Barber Midwest Championship, the 2003-2004 Skip Barber Southern Championship, and the 2004 Formula Dodge National Championship.

In addition to making videos, Robin hosts a podcast about major road racing series across the globe, with a focus on Formula 1. Find the show at http://funwithcars.com/

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