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2008 HEICO SPORTIV Volvo V70 Review

August 2007
Filed under: HEICO Car News | HEICO Headlines
A power upgrade is available for the models V70 2.4D/D5 and XC70 D5 with 154 kW / 210 hp and 460 Nm torque. With this program the V70 D5 accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.6 seconds to a maximum speed of 230 km/h. HEICO SPORTIV power upgrades are carefully matched to each engine type and are offered with a 36 month warranty (from initial vehicle registration) as well as with compulsory TV-Certifications.

A technical supplement to the power upgrade is the HEICO stainless-steel exhaust system. For the first time, HEICO SPORTIV offers two different versions. For the engine types 2.4D, D5, 2.5T, 3.2 and 3.2 AWD a twin-outlet exhaust with oval tips in 120x74mm diameter is available. Specially engineered for the T6 model a four-pipe exhaust system is available. The T6 sport exhaust has got a modified silencer featuring four chrome endpipes in a 76mm diameter style.

From the chassis development side there are sport springs for all versions (FWD / AWD, Four-C suspension and XC70) available. The lowering in all cases is approximately 30 mm. A complete suspension kit with springs and shocks is currently under development at will be available in around 8 weeks.

Well suited to the new chassis is the attractive HEICO alloy wheel program. The VOLUTION V. (5 spokes) design is available in dimensions 8x18", 8x19" and 8,5x20" sizes. HEICO SPORTIV supplies the VOLUTION X. (10 spokes) wheel in 8x18'' - with a perfect offset for the proper positioning relative to the fender lips. A distinctive feature is that HEICO SPORTIV offers an exchange-warranty for road hazard damage at 50% of the List price (German market only) and all sizes are compatible without the need of body/fender work. The most exclusive fitment is the Titan finish versions of both wheel styles.

The complete program is rounded out with several interior options, as well as by an exterior design program with front grill and front/rear skirts (currently in development).

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