Turkish Police Force Has An Insane N3.5 Billion Fleet Of Seized Performance Cars, Why Nigerian Police Still Use Old Model Hilux

• Dubai is one country that’s been known to have some of the best collections of Police vehicles.
• However, a video that recently surfaced online is proving that the Dubai Police might be having a competition in this area.
• The Turkish Police now have an exquisite car collection that has been referred to as containing some of the most exotic cars. But, are they better than Nigerian Police vehicles?

Since the 20th century, the Police departments of various countries of the world have been using cars for law enforcement purposes. Today, they’ve become even more essential for law enforcement tools that enhance the operations of agencies across the globe. 

But why does the Police Department of each country have its car collection? Because it helps them attend to crime and emergency cases on time. As such, to ensure this smooth operation of their agency, different countries equip their Police with vehicles that come with great performance.

Noting that the Dubai Police (that has been known to have some of the best performance cars for their operations) now has a fierce competitor, the Turkish Police, in this article, we will be looking at the cars owned by the Turkish Police vs. Nigerian Police to determine which of them has the most exotic car collection.

Major Reasons Why Police of Every Country Has Series of Cars in their Collection

There are so many reasons why it’s recommended that the police of every country should have a wide range of cars in their collection. Why then? We share all about that below:

• Regular Patrol Activities

Police cars are used to patrol the streets and neighbourhoods to deter crime, respond to emergency calls, and enforce traffic laws at all times.

• Rapid Aid and Response

Police cars are equipped with sirens and lights that allow them to respond quickly to emergencies, such as accidents, crimes, or any distress call they receive.

• Transport

Police cars are used to transport police personnel and equipment to different locations, such as crime scenes, court hearings, or other events.

• Visibility

The presence of police cars on the streets and highways can serve as a deterrent to criminal activity and can help to reassure the public that law enforcement is actively working to maintain public safety.

Overview of the Turkish Police Car Collection

Before now, the Turkish Police had a rather okay car collection. However, the department’s car collection has been upgraded ever since cars totalling 23 were taken away from a drug trafficker identified as Hakan Ayik. These cars include the Bentley Continental GT and Porsche Taycan, Ferrari 458, Volkswagen Golf R, Range Rover Sport, and the Mercedes-Benz GLS, with the total value of these cars estimated to be around $3.5 million (N3.5 Billion).

Göreve geldiğimiz ilk günden itibaren bizden hep şu sözü duydunuz: Türkiye’nin Huzuru…

İstanbul Emniyet Müdürlüğümüzün organize suç örgütlerine karşı gerçekleştirdiği başarılı operasyonlar sonucu 23 araç ele geçirilmişti.
Mahkeme kararınca da bu araçlar emniyetimize verildi.… pic.twitter.com/mzBtgp5EgU

— Ali Yerlikaya (@AliYerlikaya) December 26, 2023

Here’s a Review of these cars to get a better idea of their performance and level of luxury:

• The Bentley Continental GT

The Bentley Continental GT is a vehicle that exudes both luxury and great performance. It’s equipped with some of the most state-of-the-art devices and technological features that make it stand out. Under the hood is either a V-8 or W-12 engine, both supplemented by twin turbochargers that make 542 horses and a 6.0-litre W-12 engine produces 626 horsepower in non-Speed models and can motivate a coupe to 60 mph in 3.3 seconds. 

• Porsche Taycan

The Porsche Taycan is a performance vehicle that’s capable of reaching 60 mph in only 2.4 seconds. Most Taycan models feature dual electric motors, with one powering the front wheels and the other powering the rears. They produce separate outputs that vary by trim level. The 4S generates 522 horsepower with the smaller battery and 562 horses with the bigger one. The bigger engine comes standard on the top models, the 670-hp Turbo and the 750-hp Turbo S. The base model makes between 402 and 469 horsepower, depending on the battery size, but it’s rear-wheel-drive only. 

• Ferrari 458

The Ferrari 458 is one of Ferrari’s vehicles that offers some of the finest dynamics of any mid-engine supercar. With one of its most notable new features, the seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, the Ferrari 458 delivers excellent performance for any emergency movement.

• Volkswagen Golf R

While there are vehicles that just do the job of getting you to your destination, the Volkswagen Golf R changes it entirely. It produces 315 hp while using a turbocharged 2.0-litre inline-four engine that deploys spectacular urgency to all four wheels.

• Range Rover Sport

The Range Rover Sport is not just an attractive SUV, it also comes with great performance abilities, that although cannot be matched to that of the Ferrari or even the Porsche, it’s still a plush car for a Police vehicle.

• Mercedes-Benz GLS

Another vehicle is the GLS Benz which uses two models of engine–six-cylinder GLS450 and the eight-cylinder GLS58, which both feature some hybridization. The GLS450’s turbocharged 3.0-liter inline-six is smooth as polished granite and gets a bump from 362 to 375 horsepower for the 2024 model year.

Overview of the Nigerian Police Car Collection

Just like the Police of other countries, the Nigerian Police also have their collection of vehicles that aid their operations. These vehicles range in their types and models, and here’s a breakdown of these cars:

• Toyota Hilux

The Toyota Hilux is a popular choice for police patrol vehicles in Nigeria due to its durability, reliability, and off-road capability. It is often used for patrols in rural areas or difficult terrain.

• Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla is a common choice for police cars in Nigeria due to its affordability, fuel efficiency, and low maintenance costs. It is often used for urban patrols or other non-emergency situations.

• Nissan Sentra

The Nissan Sentra is another popular choice for police patrol vehicles in Nigeria due to its affordability and fuel efficiency. It is often used for urban patrols or non-emergency situations.

• Toyota Camry

The Toyota Camry sedan is a popular choice for police cars in Nigeria due to its durability, reliability, and comfortable ride. It is often used for patrols in urban areas or for transporting police personnel.

• Toyota Sienna

The Toyota Sienna is a minivan that is commonly used by the police in Lagos for transporting personnel and equipment. It is often used for community policing and other non-emergency situations.

Nigerian Police Vs. Turkish: Who Has the Most Exotic Car Collection?

Without even putting a lot of thought into it, it’s evident that the Turkish Police now have a more exotic car collection compared to the Nigerian Police. Sports and luxury cars like the Bentley Continental, Mercedes GLS, Range Rover, Porsche, and Ferrari, in no way can be compared to the Toyota Hilux, Sienna, Corolla, Camry, and Nissan Sentra. 

These vehicles used by the Nigerian Police are already not luxury cars. While most of them like the Corolla and Camry have great fuel economy, in terms of performance, which is essential for a police vehicle, they do not compete favourably with either a Ferrari, Porsche or even the Mercedes GLS.