The XC90 V8: A Purebred Performer with Its Supercharged Volvo
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Volvo has achieved many environmental milestones over the years.
The ULEV-II certified low emission vehicles including the XC90
V8 is another testimony to its commitment to the environment.
The production Volvo XC90 V8 has the makings of purebred
performer. With 311 horsepower and 325 ft.-lb. or torque at a
low 3,900 rpm the Volvo XC90 stresses its position as one of the
most successful SUV models in the premium segment.
The new V8 engine marks a new turning point in Volvo Cars'
history. Since 1927, it is the first V8 the company has produced
and the Volvo XC90 is the first model to be powered by the new
engine. One absolute requirement for the new V8 engine was that
it had to be installed transversely in the engine compartment,
just like all other Volvo engines.
A transverse engine is helpful in maintaining the frontal
crumple zones in the XC90 and thus not compromise on protective
safety," says Hans Wikman. For this reason, extremely compact
external dimensions were essential for the new engine. This also
explains the choice of just 60 degrees between the two banks of
cylinders -- as opposed to the more conventional 90 degrees.
The XC90 V8 has an estimated 600 horsepower with the use of a
massive supercharger, revised engine mapping and low restriction
exhaust. That power is routed through Volvo's Haldex
electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system. The system is
"pre-charged" which means that power may be instantly routed to
the wheel with the most traction. A new 6-speed automatic
"Geartonic" transmission rounds out the driveline. Volvo C90 V8
engine has compact dimensions and weighs just 418 pounds, which
is necessary for low fuel consumption. It has ultra high
performance alloy wheels, ultra deep front air dam, small, high
intensity fog lamps, and custom fabricated wheel arches, 13-inch
floating rear brakes, shod with 4-piston calipers. 15-inch
floating discs with 8-piston calipers handle brake duty up front.
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