Charger Police Pursuit

The Dodge Charger Police Pursuit features naturally-aspirated 5.7-liter HEMI V8 engine producing 370 horsepower (276 kW) with 390 pound-feet (529 Newton-meters) torque utilizing Multi-Displacement System Fuel Saver Technology deactivating four cylinders during cruising through TorqueFlite eight-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel-drive or all-wheel-drive achieving sub-six-second 0-60 mph acceleration with alternative 3.6-liter Pentastar V6 producing 300 horsepower available. The purpose-built law enforcement vehicle incorporates heavy-duty police-specification suspension, upgraded cooling systems for extended idle operation, reinforced door structures, heavy-duty alternator supporting emergency equipment electrical loads, police-specification calibration optimizing pursuit performance, steel wheels with run-flat capability, spotlight mounting provisions, integrated wiring harness for emergency lighting and communication equipment, and comprehensive onboard computer integration supporting mobile data terminals and in-vehicle technology systems.

Charger Police Pursuit launched 2006 represents Dodge continuation of American law enforcement vehicle tradition providing rear-wheel-drive performance sedan alternative to Ford Police Interceptor and Chevrolet Caprice featuring proven HEMI V8 reliability, spacious interior accommodating equipment and occupants, substantial trunk capacity for tactical gear storage, and genuine pursuit-rated performance credentials meeting rigorous Michigan State Police testing standards achieving top speeds exceeding 150 mph with superior braking distances and handling characteristics versus civilian specification demonstrating purpose-built engineering addressing unique law enforcement requirements including extended idle operation, aggressive driving cycles, and comprehensive reliability under extreme operating conditions becoming dominant choice among American police departments preferring traditional V8 performance and rear-wheel-drive dynamics maintaining Dodge law enforcement heritage spanning decades of Crown Victoria competition.