Volvo is apparently already working on bringing out a more powerful version of the yet to be launched V40 Polestar hatchback.

Powerful Volvo V40 Polestar to take on the Focus RS

According to Auto Express, the V40 Polestar will be equipped with an all-new 234 kW four-cylinder supercharged and turbocharged 2.0-litre engine. The engine is said to come from the 2015 XC90’s T8 ‘Twin Engine’ Hybrid. It will reportedly complete the 0-100 km/h run in less than six seconds before hitting a limited top speed of 250 km/h.

The powerful engine is not the only enhancement to come with the hatchback. It will also come fully equipped with a sport-tuned suspension with stiffer springs and anti-roll bars, as well as adjustable Ohlins shock absorbers and high-performance Brembo brakes.

The report further says it’s unclear whether the V40 Polestar will remain a front-wheel drive model or switch to an all-wheel-drive set-up as the V40 Cross Country.

More details are expected to emerge leading to the completion of the project.

Pictured above is the Volvo V40 R-Design (of which the Polestar is somewhat based upon) which made its first public appearance at Paris Motor Show in 2012. It is distinguished by a silk-material framed high gloss grille with a different front bumper and daytime running lights. There’s also an ironstone diffuser, twin exhaust tailpipes and 17-inch (optional 18-inch available) five-spoke diamond-cut alloy wheels.

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