Polestar may be the most renown company in the Volvo->ke188 modifying business, but these Swedish cars have gone through many workshops for visual and performance upgrades in recent years. One of them belongs to Heico Sportiv->ke2017, a German venture that has left its fingerprint on anything from the compact Volvo C30->ke451 to the full-size XC90->ke3145 SUV->ke145.

More recently, though, the crew located near the city of Darmstadt has been busy turning the V40 hatchback into a more nimble machines. Using various tricks, the Germans came up with the T5 HPC and V40 "Pirelli", both outstanding in terms of performance and looks.

For 2014, Heico Sportiv decided it's time to take the V40 Cross Country to another level and turn it into a crossover->ke288 capable to take on rougher paths without losing its much appreciated driving dynamics. To achieve that goal, Heico started by raising the vehicle's suspension by about 30 mm (1.2 inches) and designing specific shock absorbers and springs.

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2014 Volvo V40 Cross Country By Heico Sportiv

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To enhance the car's appearance beyond the taller ride height, Heico also added SUV-like fender extensions. Made out of polyurethane, the pieces are fixed to the fenders using 3M adhesive tape in order to avoid any drilling of the body. Thanks to its increased ride, the V40 can be rounded off with larger, 19-inch wheels before delivery.

Since no Heico Volvo is a true Heico without powertrain upgrades, the V40 Cross Country also benefits from a few tweaks under the hood. Specifically, the 2.0-liter D3 engine has its output increased from 150 horsepower to 195 horsepower, while the 2.5-liter T5 received 14-pony bump for a new grand total of 268 horses. Lastly, Heico is also providing aluminum-crafted paddle shifters in either Anodized Silver or Heico Blue.