[JST]

The most recent Autoweek reports that the Volvo S60R will soon hit American shores, sporting a 300 hp 2.5L 5, trick sport suspension, a Haldex AWD system, and a 0-60 time of 5.5 that is described as "conservative." Hints are that the car could get into the high fours.

While the news of a fast four door is always interesting to me, the most intriguing fact is that a V70R with similar equipment will make a simultaneous debut.

No doubt this car will not offer BMW level driving dynamics, but as a substitute for the S4 and S4 Avant it sounds like an interesting choice.

 

[PhilH]

The V70R sounds interesting. However, I haven't had good luck with turbos (our Passat blew a turbo last year), and my wife would refuse to buy a Volvo.

 

[PhilH]

The latest CAR magazine says that Yamaha is building a 4.0 liter V8 for Volvo with over 300 horsepower for the facelifted S80 and new XC90.

 

[Jeff_DML]

RS6 is the fastest wagon, probably for awhile. Mid to High 4's for 0-60mph. Too bad they are not goint to bring it to the states, RS6 sedan only.

Jeff