How much HP does a Ford Police Interceptor have?
horsepower in Ford’s Police Interceptor lineup varies by model and year. In the current Police Interceptor Utility, the standard hybrid powertrain produces about 318 horsepower, while an EcoBoost V6 option can push horsepower higher (roughly into the upper 300s or around 400 hp depending on configuration). The Taurus-based Police Interceptor Sedan, which was used in the past, offered engines up to about 365 hp before it was discontinued in 2019.
Current Police Interceptor Utility horsepower options
The Police Interceptor Utility (PIU) is built on the Ford Explorer platform and is offered with two main powertrains for patrol use. The following options are representative of recent model years.
- 3.3-liter V6 Hybrid — 318 horsepower combined (with about 322 lb-ft of torque). This is the standard, efficiency-focused setup in many configurations.
- 3.0-liter EcoBoost V6 — approximately 365–400 horsepower depending on the specific year and police-package tuning.
In practice, agencies select between the hybrid baseline for fuel efficiency and the EcoBoost option when higher straight-line performance is needed. The exact horsepower can vary by year, package, and any police-tpecial tuning Ford applies.
Historical context: Police Interceptor Sedan (Taurus-based)
The Police Interceptor Sedan (PIS) was the Taurus-based police car that Ford produced before shifting emphasis to the PIU. It offered higher-performance gasoline options in its prime. The most common figures cited for the Taurus Police Interceptor were.
- 3.5-liter EcoBoost V6 — about 365 horsepower
- 3.7-liter V6 — about 304 horsepower
The Taurus-based PIS was discontinued after the 2019 model year, with Ford continuing to develop the Explorer-based PIU for police forces.
What these numbers mean for patrol performance
Horsepower is only one part of police vehicle performance. Torque, transmission tuning, drivetrain gearing, braking, suspension, cooling, and electrical system capacity all influence acceleration, top speed, and sustained pacing during pursuits. Agencies weigh power against reliability, fuel economy, and maintenance costs when selecting a patrol-ready configuration.
Summary
Ford’s Police Interceptor lineup offers a range of horsepower depending on model and year. The modern Police Interceptor Utility typically delivers about 318 hp from a 3.3L hybrid, with an EcoBoost option offering higher output (roughly in the upper 300s to around 400 hp, depending on configuration). The older Taurus-based Police Interceptor Sedan could reach around 365 hp with a 3.5L EcoBoost, but it was discontinued after 2019. For up-to-date specifications on a specific model or year, consult Ford’s police-vehicle product sheets or a dealer’s current fleet catalog.
