( AOL Autos ) -- If you have a heavy foot and may travel a bit over the speed limit , you might want to keep an eye out for these popular police car models . Not all police cars are as clearly marked as this one . What to watch for on the interstate . The Ford Crown Victoria is the most popular police car currently in production . Renowned for its durability , many speeders have seen this unfortunate sight in their rear view mirror . But there are other patrol vehicles that road warriors should recognize , and many of them are faster than the popular Crown Vicky . Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor : The standard . Officers value the Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor for its durability , size , and overall performance . These cruisers feature reinforced frames , a special 4.6-liter V-8 , and other heavy-duty components that enable them to handle high-speed chases . According to The Michigan State Police , the fastest Crown Victoria Interceptor will hit 128 mph . Chevrolet Impala : Under the radar . The Chevy Impala is one of the best-selling cars in the U.S . This makes it the perfect choice for police departments who want a car that blends in with traffic . The Impala 's familiar shape does n't stand out or call attention to itself . Fitted with the special Police Package ( code 9C1 ) , this mid-size sedan with a 3.9-liter V-6 engine hits an impressive 140 mph . Chevrolet Tahoe : Probably not taking kids to soccer camp . Some police departments need the strength and power that only a full-size SUV can deliver . Fitted with the special PPV option , the big Chevy Tahoe SUV can hit 133 mph thanks to its high-performance 5.3-liter V-8 with 320 horsepower . Look for the black wheels with tiny center hubcaps as a tip-off should you see one unmarked or without a light bar . Dodge Magnum : The wagon that knows how to haul . Dodge produced their last Magnum police car in 2008 , but many police departments still have these station wagons in service . Fitted with the legendary 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 , the wagon can hit 131 mph and charge up to that speed with muscle-car type performance . The wagon sprints from 0-60 mph in under six seconds . AOL Autos : Wonder wagons . HUMMER H3 : Special duty . The H3 may be the smallest model in the HUMMER family , but it remains a very capable off-road vehicle . The police-version of the H3 is fortified for running off-road and carries other equipment necessary for police duty . The H3 can be equipped with a 5.3-liter V-8 , but high-speed pursuit is not this vehicle 's forte , except when the chase is across a desert , through fields , or over the Rubicon . Harley-Davidson Electra Glide : King of the road . Police departments also utilize an assortment of motorcycles in their quest to keep motorists safe . The Michigan State Police test two-wheelers on an annual basis and the Harley-Davidson Electra Glide is a perennial favorite . While the Harley offers other performance benefits , with a top speed of just 104 mph , they are not the best for high-speed pursuits . Dodge Charger : That cop car 's got a HEMI ! The sight of a Dodge Charger police car should be enough to make you think twice about attempting to out run an officer behind the wheel of one of these . Equipped with the 5.7-liter HEMI V-8 , the Charger can hit a staggering 146 mph . This makes the Dodge the fastest mainstream police car available . But what about vehicles that are n't mainstream ? AOL Autos : Fast cars -- join the 600 horsepower club . Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 . Harper Woods , Michigan borders Detroit : It 's a relatively quiet bedroom community that packs a big surprise for anyone speeding on the section of Interstate 94 running across its borders : a 2005 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 . Acquired to boost `` community relations '' and to intimidate speeders , the Shelby 's supercharged 5.4-liter V-8 puts out 450 horsepower and will easily exceed 150 mph . AOL Autos : First drive of 2010 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 . Police ID : What to look for in unmarked vehicles . Departments often use unmarked vehicles , many of which will be identical to their fully outfitted cruisers . Unmarked cars and trucks enable more stealthy operations . Tips for identifying unmarked police cars include looking for ; light bars mounted in the rear window , municipal license plates , painted black wheels , and dividers between the front and rear seats . AOL Autos : Cops in the sky . Future cop car : Coming to a highway near you . Carbon Motors , a new company located in Georgia , is developing the E7 , a purpose-built police interceptor . With a wheelbase of 122-inches and an overall length of 200-inches , the E7 is bigger than current Crown Victoria or Charger cop cars . Power for the E7 will be a 300-horsepower clean-diesel that should give the car a top-speed of 155 mph . AOL Autos : Speed cameras on U.S. roads .
Ford Crown Victoria is the most popular police car currently in production . Chevy Impalas blend in with traffic , but can hit 140 mph . Dodge Magnum wagon sprints from 0-60 mph in under six seconds . Comment: