I've never said "whoa" so many times...

Deutsch · 01-04-2006, 11:53 PM

until I saw this...

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Los Angeles, California (January 4, 2006) – Volvo Cars of North America (VCNA) and aftermarket Volvo specialists, EVOLVE, have teamed up once again to unveil an SUV specifically designed to appeal to the car-crazy Southern California marketplace. The Volvo XC90, owned by film director Brett Ratner, has been significantly redesigned with a number of visual and performance enhancements.

The ultra-black XC90 isn't the first project VCNA and EVOLVE have partnered on. The relationship began in 2003 at the Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas when two EVOLVE-equipped Volvo S60 R high-performance sedans and a V70 R high-performance wagon were unveiled. The following year's show heralded the awe-inspiring EVOLVE S40 with over 400 horsepower, race-inspired suspension and full-time all-wheel drive.

"This XC90 is something we've wanted to build for a long time," commented Don Nicholson, President and CEO of EVOLVE. "This has been an exciting exercise in creating an elegant, high-end vehicle that will really appeal to the upscale market. This XC90 is the best of both worlds, balancing stunning looks with awesome driving characteristics. "

Bathed in high-gloss black paint with matte-black accents, the EVOLVE XC90 V8 rides on a lowered sports suspension that is highlighted by high-performance three-piece 22x9.5 EVOLVE “E7” forged wheels. Low profile Pirelli Scorpion Asimmetrico 295/30ZR-22 tires fill the flared wheel wells and shroud the massive EVOLVE Brake Kit featuring 15-inch slotted front rotors clamped by eight-piston calipers and 13-inch rears with four-piston calipers. The fully custom body kit includes front and rear fascias, rocker panels, fender flares and signature EVOLVE grilles which all compliment this XC90’s stealthy appearance. Increased nighttime visibility is created by PIAA light bulb replacements and auxiliary lighting. A bit of extra V8 rumble and increased power is created by the EVOLVE Exhaust System.

Inside, the EVOLVE XC90 is as stylish and eye-catching as the exterior. A complete EVOLVE interior package incorporates two-tone gray and black seating surfaces with contrasting stitching. A matching EVOLVE steering wheel, EVOLVE pedals, and custom painted gloss black and bright-silver interior highlights add some drama to the interior. The already outstanding Volvo in car entertainment system features Dolby 5.1 Surround Sound and a Rear Seat Entertainment system with twin flat-screen LCD monitors mounted to backs of the front-seat headrests.

As with every other customized Volvo, the EVOLVE XC90 V8's safety features are all fully functioning. When the Volvo XC90 was introduced in 2002 it was the first SUV on the market with Roll Stability Control (RSC) and side curtain airbags for all three rows of seats.

Currently, the EVOLVE XC90 V8 is only a concept. There are no plans to offer the vehicle through the Volvo retailer network, but potential customers should contact EVOLVE if they are interested in modifying their personal vehicle.

EVOLVE is an aftermarket company dedicated to bringing the best performance and styling products to market for late model Volvo owners.

VCNA, part of the Volvo Car Corporation of Gothenburg, Sweden, provides marketing, sales, parts, service, technology and training support to Volvo automobile retailers in the United States, and oversees Volvo operations in Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico.

Volvo has been building cars with Safety in mind for over 75 years. The 2006 Volvo Cars model line-up includes: the award-winning S40 and its wagon counterpart the V50; the award-winning XC90; the sporty S60 sedan – including the award-winning performance sedan – S60 R and the performance wagon version – V70 R; the flagship S80 luxury sedan; versatile V70 wagon and rugged XC70 (Cross Country); and the all-new C70 convertible.

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Volvo's are becoming increasingly desireable cars, this is only the tip of the ice berg... here's hoping...

Just_me · 01-05-2006, 01:58 AM

Evolve engines isnt available in Sweden, you can only buy the spoilerkit but not from Volvo.
Volvo Sweden never mention Evolve in their commercials so I dont think Volvo take Evolve seriously.

Hypersonic · 01-05-2006, 02:19 AM

The "EVOLVE" name is a clever play on the VOLVO brandaname - but I'm just not an SUV guy - it doesn't excite me at all.

dOmInIX · 01-05-2006, 04:09 AM

It looks very nice from side profile!!! Nice work!!

The Emperor · 01-05-2006, 04:14 AM

This is also Evolve Volvo S40:

But this is insane:

engine Turobocharged Inline-5
position Front-Transverse
displacement 2521 cc / 153.8 cu in
bore 83.3 mm / 3.28 in
stroke 90.2 mm / 3.55 in
compression 9.0:1
power 316.9 kw / 425 bhp @ Not Available rpm
hp per litre 168.58 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 287.75 bhp per weight
drive wheels 4WD w/DSTC

2.5 ltrs and 425 hp....

dOmInIX · 01-05-2006, 04:31 AM

Ya, this also:

650 HP, V8...

Mikael · 01-05-2006, 05:00 AM

Yeah, that's the "Moose Ferrari".

Giannis · 01-05-2006, 06:23 AM

hehe, Volvo rocks

The Artist · 01-05-2006, 07:07 AM

LOL hot volvos.. i could never imagene 10 years ago.. but i guess its a new world order

Yannis · 01-05-2006, 11:08 AM

The XC90 is kind of nice but still nowhere near Audi Q7.

01-05-2006, 01:58 AM	#2 (permalink)
Just_me Expert Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Sweden Posts: 12,612 Thanks: 741 Thanked 2,035 Times in 1,028 Posts	Re: I've never said "whoa" so many times... Evolve engines isnt available in Sweden, you can only buy the spoilerkit but not from Volvo. Volvo Sweden never mention Evolve in their commercials so I dont think Volvo take Evolve seriously.

01-05-2006, 02:19 AM	#3 (permalink)
Hypersonic Aficionado Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 5,468 Thanks: 949 Thanked 817 Times in 497 Posts	Re: I've never said "whoa" so many times... The "EVOLVE" name is a clever play on the VOLVO brandaname - but I'm just not an SUV guy - it doesn't excite me at all.

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dOmInIX Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Croatia Posts: 2,658 My Mood: Thanks: 350 Thanked 388 Times in 217 Posts	Re: I've never said "whoa" so many times... It looks very nice from side profile!!! Nice work!!

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The Emperor Malicious Persecutor Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Where noone has gone before... Posts: 9,144 My Mood: Thanks: 1,411 Thanked 1,572 Times in 953 Posts	Re: I've never said "whoa" so many times... This is also Evolve Volvo S40: But this is insane: engine Turobocharged Inline-5 position Front-Transverse displacement 2521 cc / 153.8 cu in bore 83.3 mm / 3.28 in stroke 90.2 mm / 3.55 in compression 9.0:1 power 316.9 kw / 425 bhp @ Not Available rpm hp per litre 168.58 bhp per litre bhp/weight 287.75 bhp per weight drive wheels 4WD w/DSTC 2.5 ltrs and 425 hp....

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dOmInIX Devotee Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Croatia Posts: 2,658 My Mood: Thanks: 350 Thanked 388 Times in 217 Posts	Re: I've never said "whoa" so many times... Ya, this also: 650 HP, V8...

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