Ford Police Interceptors proved victorious in Michigan State Police speed, acceleration and braking tests.
In testing at Grattan Raceway, Ford’s 3.5 V6 Police Interceptor outperformed the competition in 0-60 mph, 0-80 mph and 0-100 mph acceleration tests, as well as setting the fastest single lap and average lap times of the week. With EcoBoost V6 power and all-wheel-drive, the V6 Interceptor bested V8-engined competitors, posting the fastest single lap and best average lap times. These fast closing-in speeds are critical for first responders and law enforcement professionals. The 3.7-liter V6 all-wheel-drive sedan boasted the shortest stopping distance for all police vehicles tested!
“This year’s testing by the Michigan State Police once again proves Ford Police Interceptors are industry leaders, offering government agencies the desired combination of capability, technology and long-lasting value,” said Lisa Teed, Marketing manager for the Ford Police Interceptor program.
The Police Interceptor all-wheel-drive utility vehicle, above, posted top 0-60 mph and 0-80 mph acceleration times and also achieved the quickest lap times versus competing police utility vehicles. The Police Interceptor utility vehicle combines the performance of a sedan with a larger interior packaging for agencies that require increased cargo capacity.
Ford’s Police Interceptor engine strategy provides a V6 lineup that performs better than V8 engines of years past. The Police Interceptor sedan, below, is available with three powertrain options, allowing police to choose the engine that best meets their patrol requirements. The sedan is available with a standard 3.5-liter V6, the new 305 horsepower 3.7-liter V6 (also available in the utility model) and the high-performance 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost – all paired with standard all-wheel-drive.
A high-capacity six-speed automatic transmission is uniquely calibrated and adapts to “pursuit mode” when needed. All-wheel-drive is standard on both Interceptor sedan and utility vehicles to optimize handling and control, which is important to meet the needs of first responders.
Ford Police Interceptor sedan and utility vehicles recently earned top safety ratings in National Highway Traffic Safety Administration New Car Assessment Program testing, which combines vehicle performance in frontal and side-impact crash tests and resistance to rollover. The Police Interceptor is engineered to pass 75-mph rear-end crash testing.
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