American police, special services, and numerous security agencies have long and successfully used full-size SUVs in their activities. This segment of the car market has long been divided, and the main players in it are traditionally General Motors and Ford . Of course, many are trying to compete with them: there are even corresponding special versions of the Tesla Cybertruck pickup . So the Stellantis concern, which got its hand in patrol sedans Dodge Charger and crossovers Dodge Durango, decided to enter the heavy segment of the market for cars for special services.
A Jeep Wagoneer SUV in a special Command Operations Vehicle (COV) version has been prepared for this purpose. Law enforcement officers are offered cars in standard and long-wheelbase versions, which are specially prepared for service. Moreover, we are talking not only about banal patrolling of streets or highways, but also about escorting state or private motorcades transporting important people.
The Jeep Wagoneer COV does not have factory armoring, this work was left to specialized companies. But a lot of special equipment and accessories are offered. For example, a modified electrical system with advanced wiring is installed, which allows you to connect a variety of service devices and devices. Flashing beacons are mounted behind the interior windows and behind the radiator grille. There is a multifunctional loudspeaker system, which can also function as a siren. The list of even more specific equipment includes additional cameras, a radio, satellite Internet, an on-board computer with a modem and printer, a projection display with a night vision system. A system for securing special cargo or weapons in the trunk is also provided.
The special Jeep Wagoneer COV is offered only with the Hurricane 3.0 inline six-cylinder turbo engine, which develops 426 hp and 445 lb-ft (635 Nm). It is assisted by an eight-speed automatic and a Quadra-Trac all-wheel drive transmission. Such an SUV can accelerate to 60 mph (97 km/h) in 6.3 seconds. In addition, the Quadra-Lift air suspension is already included in the base. V8 engines stopped being installed on the Wagoneer at the end of 2023 (although this version may return to the range).
American dealers of the brand have already opened orders for special vehicles Jeep Wagoneer COV, but the price is not reported. However, it is known that the cars are covered by an extended ten-year warranty.
