police interceptor

High-speed patrol car

A police interceptor is a high-performance vehicle modified or purpose-built for law enforcement pursuit and patrol.

These cars feature upgraded engines, heavy-duty suspensions, and reinforced frames to handle aggressive driving: The police interceptor closed the gap on the fleeing suspect.

The term often appears in manufacturer designations like the Ford Police Interceptor.

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Opposites
law enforcement vs. civilian vehicles

police interceptorcommuter car

Vehicle for routine travel

family car · economy car · base model · stock vehicle · minivan

pursuit vehicle vs. vehicle being pursued

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Criminal's flight transportation

stolen vehicle · runner · hot rod

high-performance vs. economy vehicles

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Fuel-efficient, affordable vehicle

subcompact · smart car · compact car · base model · golf cart

Family

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