Volvo S60 T8, PoleStar Tuned | Genting Hill Climb | It's' A Really Fun Car | YS Khong Driving

This time, we drive the more powerful PoleStar tuned S60 T8 plug-in hybrid up our favorite mountain road.
Seriously, I never thought that this PHEV could be so much fun to drive: Volvo is usually associated with safety but it seems that performance is also one of its design objectives.
Ths S60 does not disappoint in any way. Please watch the video and don't forget to subscribe.

[@BMS5621]

Mini heart attack when uncle hard brakes when seeing road hazard cones and dude. My oh my this Volvo really sticks in corners. One of my dream car, the S60!

[@nutzsz]

Look at Uncle with a wide grin skimming the apex, right on the edge, on the outside, on the inside of other cars, on driving lines testament to the beast that is the Volvo S60 - just brilliant.

[@jacky7388]

Great video Uncle Khong! Your laughter put a smile to everyone watching this, especially S60 owners. Will bring mine uphill very soon!

[@geirnaert]

As a 2020 Volvo S60 owner I can't get enough of this video! You can drive a car man. Mine is still equipped with paddle shifters. it looks like Volvo no longer offers them. Keep up the good work. Greetings from Belgium👍

[@YSKhongDriving]

Thanks for supporting our little channel.

[@konkeydong6907]

First time see Uncle Khong so happy. And in a Volvo!

[@etjh6560]

Wah Uncle YS damn enjoying himself this round, when you laugh like that means having so much fun 😃

[@maximme]

great to see you enjoying yourself. Geely is truly an innovative engineering powerhouse

[@JLawlietK]

Wah very high praise! I counted about 4 times Uncle Khong said this car is fun! 🤣 But it does look really fun to drive!

[@kingkangkong85]

Uncle Khong is basically the “hold my beer” meme! 🎉😂

[@etjh6560]

Yea literally

[@fairuzizzatmohamed7697]

The suspension is doing its job very nicely..

[@harvard_lee]

This is superb esp with the power matches the handling.

[@muhamadikhwan6825]

Perh uncle dekat cone tu steady gila

[@sebestiantan1]

Love Volvo. Especially cool is the Cyan P1800!

[@SamSam-hk7jh]

Easy to drive with a nice suspension

[@dealwisdroym6645]

Great car ...... Excellant driving ..... .❤👍🌹🙏

[@catmacleod6241]

Great bit. I want to ride that road on a motorcycle. My V60 arrives soon and yes I'll drive it like that in the mountains of Northern California.

[@ch13t]

S60 is a lovely car.

[@lawrenceng7971]

Been such a long time since uncle laugh so much... Great car indeed

[@foto2215]

Very clever driver. Wise and knowledgeable. So true about rear bias. Best regards T8 owner

[@YSKhongDriving]

Thanks 👍

[@cheahchunkit5046]

great driving ... love the video ! It would be nicer if you can have a portion showing the dashboard / meters as well . I was gripping the edge of my table watching this , great driving skills ! Towards the end when there were several cones & a fella was standing .. i thought it was a road block ! Overall the video and driving skills is superb !

[@YSKhongDriving]

Thanks for supporting our little channel.

[@cheahchunkit5046]

" little channel" is an under statement ! LOL!!

[@scottysvensson]

You know how to drive greetings from Norway 😎

[@YSKhongDriving]

Thank you Scotty!

[@simlowsb]

Fantastic driving Mr. Khong. Can't wait for you to test the S90 T8 polestar edition. The vehicle is long than the S60

[@PakBelang53]

Yes please do it Mr. Khong.

[@hawkstringfellow]

Go go go dam this is awesome

[@jswong8200]

This car looks eye-wateringly fast.. it looks like it's going faster than your already-insane A5 Sportback drive..

[@RegecziFerencReferenc]

imádlak s60 t8!

[@TheSkEmma]

The giggle had me!

[@YSKhongDriving]

Hahaha.

[@hafeezhashim347]

Hopefully i can get mine this year. Black s60 t8

[@YSKhongDriving]

Good choice.

[@sp15419]

There's always drivers that aren't checking their mirrors and challenging cars that are familiar going up the hill... That Harrier & BMW driver gotta start learning to give way to someone driving a faster car and more importantly more experience going uphill FAST! As usual great driving Uncle Khong!

[@YSKhongDriving]

We just have to take everything in our stride. After all, it is not a race, so we can afford to wait a little, but you are right, if people are more alert, then driving is more fun all round.

[@haziqrazali6113]

Uncle... Settle for me for one last time... Am having difficulty to choose between 330i, mk8 gti and face-lift S60.. Would use the car for daily KL driving and sometime weekend outstation car. Please uncle.. Haha

[@NTLovesMusic]

Some misconceptions about the extended range T8. 1) The combined power output for the Malaysian market (engine code H2 B4204T53) is 462ps and 709nm, not 607nm. 2) The engine block is not the T5 block with more power even though it is only turbocharged now. It is still the same T6 block with the same B03G turbo minus the supercharger, and double water jacket; where else the T5 block is a K03.3 and single water jacket design. The new B4204T53 also has reduced friction compared to the previous B4204T35 on the earlier T8s. 3) Contrary to what the passenger said, the Polestar tune for the extended range T8s does not produce more peak power. The peak is still 462ps. Polestar shifted the torque and power curves in different rpm ranges without increasing the peak output. It is not “more than 462ps”. Hope this helps clarify.

[@YSKhongDriving]

Thanks for the clarification. I just enjoyed the drive. Thanks

[@NTLovesMusic]

@@YSKhongDriving​I’m sure you did! How would you compare your experience this time with the previous T8 you tried a year ago?

[@dzod9574]

What does the tune do if it doesn’t increase power? Does it increase acceleration through faster gear shift?

[@NTLovesMusic]

@@dzod9574 It optimises the shift points, gear holding, throttle response, as well as power & torque curves within the mid-range. There are power increases within certain rpm, but peak power remains the same.

[@dzod9574]

@@NTLovesMusic would it therefore increase 0-60 time on extended range T8? I have yet to read anything confirming performance increase.

[@nash._singhh]

Uncle where's the video about Toyota Veloz City drive?

[@professionalyoutubecomment7272]

Hi Uncle Khong where can I learn to drive like this in KL for a reasonable price?

[@ezekielk.3629]

That is why Singapore Traffic Police still favors the Volvo S80 T5

[@dadsavior5602]

I always adored Volvo handling. Of course not as good you get from Citroën, but still very good. I am going to bring up my s90 t8 up there soon. Or maybe you can drive my s90 up there?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Can!

[@yeethongtang3583]

uncle YS, every car you drive up Genting also very nice

[@YSKhongDriving]

Nice means it does what I want it to do, not having a will of its own

[@YSKhongDriving]

Nice means it does what I want it to do, not having a will of its own

[@yeethongtang3583]

@@YSKhongDriving Noted. Thanks for your prompt clarification. Have a good day

[@imantulen]

Volvo for life... I really miss the Volvo turbo boost, going up GH.... yes, it was fun... now, too old for it.

[@YSKhongDriving]

Hahaha, old?

[@moinhaider1496]

The black BMW almost the first one to get away!😂

[@YSKhongDriving]

I think we had a lot more power, so it was a bit unfair to even compare the two.

[@ThePembetulan]

I definitely not want to be the passenger but at the same time I kinda want to try the thrill for short ride😋

[@rikuitsuki2351]

if i have chance, i really want to ride with uncle ys up to genting

[@syedsharafuddin1303]

You always the best driver uncle!!!! But i need to give you some advice and opinion.please dont get me wrong ya?..for me,you don’t need to put your personal contact number.its too risky in many terms.in fact ,maybe haters can straight away attack you in person.haters always a haters . I believe that you dont need to entertain any jokers at your ages anymore. Anyway keep safe and stay healthy uncle ❤

[@badrulhisyam3319]

Instinct of rally driver come out when that bmw 4 series try to run away.hahhahah.syiok maa

[@jianhua8]

Fun to see the BM kena tapau twice 😂

[@YSKhongDriving]

I think we had better acceleration, and AWD of course

[@darrenfoo8269]

The F30 was trying a bit too hard lol

[@rabbitcat5371]

bmw/merc die die dont want lose to volvo. but horsepower difference is so big. I remember see a250 die die want to race with bobby ang test drive volvo and lose miserably. hp difference is so damn big

[@TurkeyZai]

Uncle u gotta stop giving ur passengers a heart attack 😂

[@raufhasim7919]

Uncle, which one do you prefer this S60 against Arteon R line?

[@GR-bt2jn]

He don’t want to disappoint VW, but from both drive he is more happy with Volvo

[@kentteoh1260]

Uncle Khong, How's the handling Volvo S60 T8 if compare to Volkswagen Arteon ya?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Comparable.

[@nashk935]

Uncle, can you help me. Between this and Arteon. Which one more fun in term of driving experience and overall for daily car. Except speed limit of volvo, brands prestige etc. Any opinions?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Both have their good points. Only regret is the 180 kmh limit

[@kennysiang1554]

Hi Uncle Khong, I'm planning to buy a D Segment car, Camry or S60 which have more comfortable and good sound proofing?

[@YSKhongDriving]

S60 is a good car, but Camry is more affordable. Camry no stock, so S60 should be more readily available

[@DanialZulkipli]

firsttttt

[@syedputra5955]

I was thinking why volvo pushed up their prices recently by changing the T to a B, and charging RM50k more. I believe the new facelift comes with a electric supercharger apart from a turbo. Any chance of volvo bringing in the v60 cross country?

[@YSKhongDriving]

No idea.

[@nicholastan6828]

I thought V60 is already out

[@andrewmachine1]

Would be better replace the small video wit d speedometer or rear view ....looking at yong while driving is not necessary 😅

[@lanlan2147]

2nd uncle....

[@JLawlietK]

14:29 - That BMW kene tapau! 😆

[@rabbitcat5371]

difference is too big..that bimmer might be only 245hp or 252hp.. 200 horsepower difference. lol

[@julius2353]

tapau twice ikat tepi

[@PsychedMedia]

@@rabbitcat5371 that bimmer is a luxury line f30 320i. Only 184hp

[@syedputra5955]

Volvo prices have escalated by quite a bit since they first relaunch.

[@jasonw98]

Did the battery heft noticeable?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Not at all

[@sueqma]

After overtake that bimmer, muka terus ada senyum 😅

[@YSKhongDriving]

Hahaha.

[@alifalif-ql7wy]

Uncle ys, arteon or s60?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Depends on you.

[@malcomjames4763]

What difference With Polestar And Without?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Some 10 percent increase in power.

[@Talentzero91]

I wonder how this car in shift +\- mode. Too bad no paddle shift

[@YSKhongDriving]

It is quite potent in this state.

[@malcomjames4763]

How Much Cost Customers Must Pay For Polestar Option?

[@YSKhongDriving]

Not too sure.

[@abdulsamad-zo6jl]

tgk dia bwk mcm kete myvi je dia buat ahhahahahaha masa mata dia tu buat ak tekejut tu... bukak sikit je... nmpk ke x nmpk...risau tp bila tgk dia bwk... mmg nama pon profesional driver la.... tp mmg ak suka uncle ni punya riview test kete betul2 dia henyak...hahahahahah

[@ProMrXXX]

Harlo uncle. 100k budget what car should i go for in term of handling and power.

[@YSKhongDriving]

For this price, we should look at what is available, then see which is the best. I would look at the Vios, City, Almera, WRV, maybe the X50. Adding another 10k to the budget opens up a few more like the Omoda5 and the higher spec X50. Look at tue cars you like and then chsck if you can afford it. Also look at perhaps a used car perhaps a year or two old.

[@ProMrXXX]

@@YSKhongDriving thanks uncle. Further with this budget if would like to go for used car? Any suggestions?

[@jumbopurple9155]

Waiting for uncle khong to test drive the Volvo 850 estate haha if someone could lend him

[@YSKhongDriving]

I think that car is very rare here.

[@jumbopurple9155]

@@YSKhongDriving a very nice car

[@jamesmay2343]

你不能把电机马力和引擎马力加一起吧？又不是同时工作提供叠加马力。可以严谨一点吗？

[@YSKhongDriving]

The total is a little less.

[@daedra40]

Third :3

[@MegatdanMeor]

15:15 bmw smiles, haha

[@AsyrafSabry]

kena potong balikkkk :P

[@deepankannan9758]

Better than BM?

[@YSKhongDriving]

This car is fast - up to 180 kmh

[@tlfc2003]

i felt cornering of Volvo car is more excellent and stable compared to bmw and Mercedes ones after watching this video 🤔

[@pendekarbangsa1588]

In real.....i dont think so....this model is a bit bumpy....

[@williamchan9382]

Din, next time u better don't sit next to uncle YS... I see uncle YS drive, my legs also shaking.... 🤣🤣🤣

[@tswah2001]

if not mistaken. volvo will discontinue s60 in near future...

[@YSKhongDriving]

Everybody is going full EV, so I wont be surprised. However I cannot confirm if what you heard is fact or not

[@tswah2001]

@@YSKhongDriving indeed..saw it from news..now s60 delisted in UK, india sales..near future will discontinue s60 and volvo go for full EV line up @2030 or 2035 like that..

[@tishen0006]

I find it very annoying that the S60 comes without paddle shifters. A vios with 200+ hp lesser than this volvo comes with the paddle shifters and this car doesn’t unfortunately 🤦🏼‍♂️

[@baigui123]

Not sure can install by own or not.

[@tishen0006]

@@baigui123 risky job. This car too high tech, if 1 mistake then other components will start giving issues

[@pendekarbangsa1588]

With polestar technology...not need the manual shift...they senaitive enough to react what you need....very fun

[@andrewtpf]

You co driver is already peeing in his pants. Hahaha.....

[@mrgreenis]

couldn't see the speed!

[@YSKhongDriving]

Me neither. We were going quite slow

[@darnielng]

The passenger probably just pee a little in his pants.

[@YSKhongDriving]

I think he is quite chilled.

[@KakiMod]

Toooo fast

[@anirbansett8134]