Ford Police Interceptor Adds 3.7-Liter V6 to Lineup
The new Ford Police Interceptor has received another engine option, with the American automaker adding a 3.7-liter twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) engine to the lineup pushing 305-hp and 279 lb-ft of torque.
The new 3.7-liter V6 has the highest horsepower and torque ratings of any naturally aspirated V6 engine for pursuit-rated sedans. In addition, the police fleet will receive reasonable fuel economy with 18-mpg in the city and 25-mpg on the highway. The 3.7-liter V6 engine choice joins the existing 3.5-liter V6 and 3.5-liter V6 EcoBoost options.
The all-new Police Interceptor was developed jointly with Ford’s Police Advisory Board of law enforcement professionals, who provided valuable input on important attributes on the vehicle including safety, performance, durability, driver comfort, and functionality. The vehicle is engineered to pass 75-mph rear-end crash testing and earned top safety ratings in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) new car assessment program.
“This combination of great performance and top-notch fuel economy means law enforcement agencies won’t have to compromise power or fuel efficiency while getting the job done,” said Bill Gubing, chief engineer for Police Interceptor.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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