Dodge has just unveiled its Police Pursuit version
of the 2018 Dodge Durango, the brand’s latest addition to its fleet of police
vehicles. Like the Dodge Charger Pursuit vehicle used across the United States,
the 2018 Dodge Durango Pursuit is also powered by a potent 5.7-liter V8 engine
delivering 360 hp and 390 lb-ft of torque. This engine is coupled with an
eight-speed automatic transmission and an active all-wheel drive system.
The Durango Pursuit also includes a two-speed
transfer case when the need arises to go off-road. Additionally, heavy duty
anti-lock brakes have been fitted, allowing the SUV to brake from 60 mph to
zero in 134 feet.
A plethora of other features are sure to please
police officers. For example, the SUV includes Tri-Zone interior temperature
control that’s perfect for K-9 units, a heavy duty oil cooler and water pump,
eight-way power adjustable seat controls and a ParkView rear backup camera with
ParkSense alert. That’s not all as the Durango Pursuit also offers 7200 lbs of
towing capacity.
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles says it was encouraged to
build the Durango Pursuit after its strong performance at an evaluation event
in Michigan.
