Dodge Charger PPV Police Car Debuts at Fleet Expo, Orders Start Summer 2027

Dodge unveiled a working prototype of its new Charger PPV (Police Pursuit Vehicle) at the Police Fleet Expo in Daytona Beach on August 12, 2026. The sedan marks Dodge’s return to the police car market after a years-long absence. CEO Matt McAlear confirmed the company is actively working with California Highway Patrol and Michigan State Police to meet federal standards. Orders will open in summer 2027.

Why Dodge is bringing back the police Charger

Ford has dominated the police vehicle market with its Police Interceptor Utility SUV since 2013, leaving law enforcement agencies with limited sedan options. Dodge CEO Matt McAlear told reporters the company met with the General Services Administration and fleet teams to develop the new PPV. “It’s absolutely part of the plan,” McAlear said. “It’s always taken a Charger to catch a Charger, and it’s not something we’re walking away from.”

What the new Charger PPV will have

The prototype displayed at Daytona uses a 3.0-liter twin-turbo Hurricane inline-six engine paired with all-wheel drive. Dodge has not yet confirmed whether police departments will receive the 420-horsepower Standard Output or 550-horsepower High Output version. The car features a center console from fleet supplier Havis for laptops and radios, a full divider between officers and rear passengers, and a cargo partition with secure storage for police gear. Suspension, cooling, and braking systems are upgraded for pursuit duty.

How it compares to the old police Charger

The previous-generation Charger Pursuit (2015 and later) used a 5.7-liter HEMI V8 producing 370 horsepower. The new Hurricane inline-six will deliver more power than the old HEMI while offering better fuel economy and low-end torque for everyday patrol work. The new PPV will be all-wheel drive standard, compared to the older model which offered AWD as an option. The new engine should outperform the 370-hp HEMI in both acceleration and efficiency.

Timeline and next steps

The Charger PPV prototype was displayed at the Police Fleet Expo on August 11 and 12, 2026. Law enforcement agencies will be able to order the vehicle starting summer 2027. Dodge is currently in discussions with major state police departments to finalize specifications and ensure the car meets federal pursuit standards.

Final Thoughts

Dodge is re-entering the police sedan market with the new Charger PPV, offering law enforcement a high-performance alternative to Ford’s SUV-based Interceptor. With orders opening summer 2027 and a more powerful engine than its predecessor, the PPV could reshape police fleet procurement for Stellantis.

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