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ThePolestar Optimization package is a software upgrade with the ability to drastically improve performance on all Volvo models from 2016 forward. Additionally, a Polestar Optimization package is available on Volvo vehicles from as far back as the 2006 model year, but eligibility depends on a few variables.

You can easily determine if your early-model Volvo car, SUV, or wagon is eligible by speaking with a service advisor at DARCARS Volvo Cars or by entering your VIN on the OEM's website. We'll outline some more of the specifications as you scroll down.

Imagine a world where your vehicle's response is in sync with your impulse. Imagine a world where a performance modification could happen without getting your hands dirty, removing an engine, or even upgrading your axles. The Volvo Polestar upgrade makes all of that possible.

Twenty years of race-inspired technology goes right from us into your Volvo vehicle. Polestar Optimization recalibrates the programmed specs in your engine, transmission, and final drive to give you a balanced and exhilarating experience. Here's what you can expect to see:

The goal is for you to experience what we like to call a more "balanced and intuitive" drive. Volvo Cars models with AWD and eAWD will receive an additional tuning spec that sends more power to the rear wheels, which improves cornering agility. Finally, contrary to other vehicles and performance enhancements, there is little to no impact on fuel consumption and emissions.

The Volvo Polestar Optimization upgrade takes about an hour for us to perform in many cases. Call or visit us in Rockville, MD, to learn more about optimizing your Volvo vehicle with Polestar technology.

Less than you might think. If you were to similarly tune a transmission, engine, suspension, and final drive on a muscle car, you'd typically spend five figures and months of time to get the work done. Thanks to the benefits and efficacy of software upgrades, the Volvo Polestar upgrade is yours for approximately $1,300.1 You may have access to savings on the upgrade if you're a Costco Member. Ask a service writer how.

Whether you're new to the Volvo Cars brand or have been scanning our inventory for that perfect model, you've no doubt heard about certain models with a specialized trim called "Polestar Engineered." So, is that the same thing as a Polestar Optimization? Yes. And no. There are benefits to both variants. The following overview will flesh out the details:

Volvo Polestar Engineered is a trim level that bestows next-level performance to select Volvo Recharge plug-in hybrid models. With decades of racetrack expertise backing Polestar, they begin by tuning the chassis for enhanced handling precision. The Polestar Engineered trim adds advanced hlins shocks for even greater agility, beefy Brembo brakes for confident control, lightweight forged wheels for style and performance points, and most importantly, an improved power output.

You can find the Volvo Polestar Engineered trim level on select Volvo Recharge plug-in hybrid models for sale in Rockville, MD. Specifically, the Volvo V60 Recharge wagon and Volvo XC60 Recharge SUV have the Polestar Engineered trim level for the 2024 model year. The 2023 Volvo S60 had a Polestar trim, but it was discontinued in 2024. All 2016 or later Volvo models can also receive Polestar Optimization software.

The Volvo Polestar Engineered trim level typically does not add horsepower. This trim level focuses on racetrack-ready handling, adding powerful upgrades like a tuned chassis, high-performance Brembo brakes, advanced hlins suspension, and specialized wheels to provide a refined yet agile ride, along with the standard 455-horsepower output.

We know what it means to push the limits. We know that precision is required to rise above the norm. We know that, much like in racing, a painstaking trial and error process is always necessary for a podium finish. Much like the way Polestar Optimization and trim levels operate, we've honed all of our processes.

Because we know it matters to you. A luxury vehicle experience is only as good as your first impression. We want you to love your vehicle configured in the Polestar Engineered trim or with Polestar Optimization upgrades. We completely understand that your experience with us will make or break the lasting impression of the Volvo Cars brand and your vehicle. You're looking to drive a car with a sophisticated upgrade that's light-years ahead of the competition. Shouldn't your home team dealership be, too?

Welcome to the world of Polestar performance. At its core, the philosophy of unlocking a vehicle's true potential drives every Polestar Engineered model. Achieving that goal is the result of intricate upgrades, each defined by years of experience on both race tracks and the road. But what does "true potential" look and feel like from behind the wheel? With Polestar Engineered, it's a next-level driving experience.

This isn't an aftermarket modification kit; it's an exclusive collaboration between Volvo Cars and Polestar, letting loose the ultimate Volvo Cars performance models that you can buy from authorized dealerships like ours. If you believe that driving matters, Polestar products are precisely developed for enthusiasts like you.

In a far-flung era known as the 1990s, Polestar vehicles were made exclusively for the race track. Known by a different name back then, the company took on the "Polestar" name in the 2000s, releasing the first street-ready production Polestar performance Volvo Cars models in 2013. Now, Polestar makes exclusive performance vehicles, with certain Volvo vehicles receiving an exhilarating overhaul under the Polestar Engineered moniker. With this track-bred DNA backing them, these are the current Polestar Engineered models you can find:

The current generation Volvo S60 and V60 (using the T8 powertrain) receive the overhaul to great effect. For those in Hunt Valley, MD, who want SUV practicality to boot, the Volvo XC60 Recharge will offer it in a larger package.

Unlike early Polestar performance models, a hybrid layout is used. Why? For the most power possible. For example, the V60 Recharge Polestar Engineered produces 415 horsepower combined thanks to the T8 powertrain. But power alone is only half the battle. The rest involves handling and stability. Starting with one of the above T8 powertrain-equipped models, you get the following upgrades to turn your chosen Volvo vehicle into a Polestar Engineered model:

Available in 19-inch or 21-inch sizes (depending on the vehicle), these sleek Y-spoke wheels firstly add visual flair, but also performance thanks to a far lighter weight. That low weight is thanks to the construction, milled from a solid aluminum block like the wheels of a proper race car. They're perhaps the greatest wheels you may be able to find with our Volvo Cars parts offers.

A strut bar joins forces with the Polestar Engineered hlins Chassis for even more agility. Essentially, as you take a turn on roads near Baltimore, one side of the chassis wants to flex upwards, and the other wants to flex downwards. Bracing the chassis from side to side, the strut bar negates this flexing for added stability. As well, it's a beautifully crafted addition, adding some eye candy under the hood.

There are other ways Polestar can enhance your Volvo vehicle. Available as a software upgrade that authorized Volvo Cars dealerships like ours can perform on many Volvo vehicles (not just Polestar Engineered models), Polestar Engineered Optimization takes things even further. In essence, what it does is as follows:

We hope you enjoyed this look into the world of Polestar performance. If you have any questions about the availability of Polestar software, Polestar Engineered models, or the full range of features and specs, don't hesitate to contact us - we're just as passionate about performance. From further guides like all-wheel drive problems declassified to a wide range of new and used models, we're proud to serve all your Volvo vehicle needs with a smile. Stop by today for a taste of Polestar Engineered performance.

Polestar on a Volvo vehicle means one thing: performance taken to the next level with advanced parts and engineering. Style joins in with unique additions, but performance parts like Brembo brakes and hlins shocks with innovative Dual Flow Valve technology make every Polestar model shine.

The Polestar Engineered Optimization upgrade is a suite of six upgrades that enhances your Volvo vehicle's performance in several ways. From sharpened throttle and gear-shift responses to increased agility, selecting this upgrade takes your Volvo vehicle to the next level of performance.

Yes, choosing the Polestar Engineered Optimization upgrade is worth it, as it transforms the driving dynamics of your Volvo vehicle. From increased agility to sharper throttle response, if you're craving a performance kick, this upgrade is well worth it.

No, the two companies are closely related, but not the same. Polestar began as a separate Swedish racing team and moved on to making performance-enhanced Volvo vehicles. In 2017, Volvo Cars purchased Polestar, and they now make unique performance vehicles and performance enhancements for production Volvo vehicles as a distinct brand.

The horsepower added by the Polestar Engineered Optimization varies. On some models, like a 2021 Volvo XC60 T5 Drive-E AWD Automatic, seven horsepower is added to the peak. But, the main power difference made is where additional power is brought in. Focusing on the mid-range RPMs, the revamped power gives an extra push for highway passing or race track cornering.

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