MANILA, Philippines - Guests at the recently concluded 2014 Manila International Auto Show (MIAS) got a treat as Volvo Philippines showcased new Volvo models. Show visitors beheld the All-New V40 Cross Country, the reimagined 2014 Volvo XC60, and a racy Volvo C30--three vehicles that carry the smart luxury characteristics that make driving a Volvo a uniquely enjoyable experience.
All-New Volvo V40 Cross Country
With its rugged design cues, increased ride height, and a whole range of technological innovations, the All-New Volvo V40 Cross Country is the perfect companion for a spontaneous adventure. This muscular 5-door V40 sibling includes protective body panels, bigger wheels and tires and an increased ride height, making rutted tracks and rough ground less of a challenge. It incorporates all the best of contemporary Scandinavian design, with added attitude. A true Swedish looker, the cabin features ergonomically designed seats that feature a unique two-tone design and accent stitching. With the Volvo Sensus, one can adjust the brightness of the interior LED lights as well as choose from seven different theater light modes to create the desired ambience. Or switch to temperature lighting, which automatically envelops the interior in colors that match the climate control settings. Being a Volvo, you can expect that it benefits from class-leading automotive safety, featuring a range of innovative technologies including Adaptive Cruise Control, Pedestrian Airbag technology, Pedestrian Detection with full auto-brake and City Safety, which automatically brakes the car in an emergency at speeds of up to 50km/h. It’s all part of IntelliSafe, Volvo’s complete approach to car safety. It can also be equipped with Park Assist Pilot that makes parallel parking less of a hassle and can park the V40 automatically. Locally available in petrol or diesel, the V40 Cross Country is a nimble, spacious, and fuel-efficient Volvo that gives you plenty of versatility and style.
Volvo XC60 SUV
Enjoy the marriage of capability and performance with Volvo’s XC60. Excellent road-handling coupled with Corner Traction Control allows the XC60 driver complete control whether in the highway or on twisty mountain roads. The purposeful, wide new grille and daytime running lights make the XC60 stand out in a crowd. Everything, from the classic Volvo V-shaped sculpted bonnet to the iconic floating center stack, enhances the car’s distinguished looks. Enjoy intuitive and advanced connection with Volvo Sensus. With three modes to choose from, the unique Adaptive Digital Display can be personalized to suit your mood. Choose from three fuel-efficient engines and enjoy horsepower of up to 304 and a torque of 440Nm.
Iconic Volvo C30
The first ever European luxury car make to win as Car of the Year in the Philippines back in 2009, the Volvo C30 has become one of the industry’s most beloved cars. Globally, it has also gathered awards and accolades including titles in the Swedish Touring Car Championships with its partnership with Polestar – Volvo’s global racing partner.
Volvo Philippines, with the cooperation of one of its ardent C30 clients, have come up with a Polestar-powered Volvo C30 inspired by the original racing concept. This Volvo C30 also carries R-Design characteristics wrapped in the trademark Volvo Rebel Blue colors.
The Volvo C30 has long been known to start the curvy revolution in the Volvo stable. With its introduction, the world has come to know better the dips and curves that come with a Volvo. Gaining more popularity as the choice car of the lead male in a Hollywood blockbuster, the Volvo C30 earned fans from all ages.
Carrying Volvo’s new design architecture, the two-door looker has captured many hearts with the electrifying design and most importantly, its dynamic performance. The interior and exterior of the C30 reflects Polestar know-how on the cars’ aerodynamic and driving properties derived from several years of development and testing—from computer simulations to wind tunnel and racetrack testing.
Road-handling is excellent with its wide wheelbase hugging corners much like its sports seats hug the driver’s body like a glove. Featuring world-firsts like the trademark slim center console, the interior offers a wealth of personalization options that puts the driver in complete control.
For this particular C30, the proud owner has lovingly poured his passion for cars into this baby as he teamed up with Volvo Philippines to come up with a C30 packed with power, design elements and a wow-factor that make heads turn and hearts skip.
The already powerful T5 engine has been further juiced up with the Polestar engine optimization and after just about 30 minutes of the software download, the once 180hp C30 is now a screaming powerhouse generating 295bhp.
Polestar and Volvo has developed the engine upgrade software and has made it available to dealerships as the only engine optimization for Volvo cars without affecting warranty and where the certified fuel consumption and emissions remain unchanged.
Other Volvo enthusiasts can also bring their cars in for optimization or dress up their cars through Volvos aftersales and accessories facility backed with the expertise of internationally trained Volvo technicians.
Designed around a racing heart, the Volvo C30 is one testament to Volvo’s dedication to providing cars with a sophisticated content powered by its years of research and road testing – coming up with an entirely new breed cars that has people in mind
People can check out more about the new Volvo line through the Smart Luxury microsite and Volvo website at www.volvophils.com.