2014 Dodge Charger AWD System

The 2014 Dodge Charger AWD package is called the Pursuit package for a good reason. According to Edmunds.com, the new Dodge is now better equipped to match the Ford AWD Taurus Police Interceptor package and it ranks better than the Chevy Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV). Amazingly, Edmunds.com reports that the Charger ran record average laps and best laps at Michigan State Police at Grattan Raceway. The brute of a police vehicle also beat the old performance records for police vehicles.

The AWD system on the 2014 Dodge Charger is powered by a 5.7 L V-8 Hemi engine that can be supercharged or turbocharged if desired. Edmunds.com says it has 390ft pounds of torque at 370 horsepower driven by an automatic eight-speed transmission. Another option is the manual mode according to U.S. News. Edmunds lists special equipment as a beefed up suspension and cooling units, high performance brakes, and a system called Secure Park which is an anti-theft device. These just enhance the feeling of power from driving the Charger.

Compared to the 2013 Charger, the 2014 Dodge has a V-8 Hemi. It pumps out a regular 370 horsepower compared to last year's 292 standard horsepower. The base model for the 2014 allows drivers the ability to get the fastest Charger on the road. Police packages will be ready in early 2014 for police departments across the United States to order. The AWD mode on the 2014 is vastly improved and has set several track records at the Police Racetrack in Michigan. It rolls from a dead stop to 60 mph in six seconds flat. According to Torque News, the 2014 Dodge Charger is now the "fastest AWD police vehicle ever".

Another great feature of the 2014 Dodge Charger is the gas mileage. Compared to the 2013 model, the 2014 Charger gets around 25 mpg on average even with the extra braking components, AWD system, and higher torque. Edmunds.com has posted in a head to head race, the 2014 Dodge Charger beat out the 2014 Ford Crown Victoria and the 2014 Chevy Caprice PPV.

What is the big difference?

The most important thing to realize is that the 2014 Dodge Charger is the most comprehensive and inclusive vehicle made for police departments across the country. It is designed for quick pickup, tricky maneuvers, and great gas mileage. The Charger is built with a bigger set of rotors and a performance braking system for pursuit capabilities. It is also designed to be fuel efficient while delivering the maximum amount of torque quickly.

It looks like Ford and Chevy have a little catching up to do for the 2015 season. The 2014 Dodge Charger has set two track records and shows no signs of letting the competition win any race. This new Dodge will allow police departments across the United States the ability to choose an all-around vehicle that will meet their needs including pursuit chases. The handling package along with the AWD, added horsepower and torque, extra braking and suspension, and good fuel mileage offers police departments an overall winner for 2014. Check local Dodge dealers today!

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