Polaris Announces Its 2027 Off-Road Lineup: Here’s What’s New

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Overview: Polaris’s 2027 Off-Road Lineup Arrives

Polaris announced its 2027 off-road lineup on August 3, 2026, in an official press release. The headline reveal is the Polaris RZR Pro R Boost, powered by the first turbo engine ever offered in the Pro R lineup. Polaris also unveiled the XPEDITION NUMATIX, a utility side-by-side built around a new pneumatic CVT. Finally, the Sportsman 500 ATV rounds out the reveal, built for value-focused riders. Three buyer types get a new option this year. Desert racers gain horsepower. Work-and-adventure riders gain quiet low-range control. Newcomers gain a capable ATV under $7,000.

It pairs a ProStar Fury 2.0L turbo engine with 275 horsepower at 7,000 RPM. This output tops the outgoing naturally aspirated RZR Pro R by 50 horsepower. Polaris says the turbo design also holds peak power up to 10,000 feet of elevation. Notably, altitude has always cut into naturally aspirated horsepower for desert and mountain riders. The turbo change targets a real pain point, not a spec-sheet number alone.

Price points, not one flagship model, define the broader 2027 lineup update from Polaris. XPEDITION NUMATIX brings a pneumatic CVT, and Polaris says it cuts perceived noise by up to 40% at 35 mph. For example, the Sportsman 500 opens the line at $6,999, well under the price of Polaris’s larger Sportsman models, several of which start above $10,000. Each model fixes a different frustration: horsepower loss at altitude, noisy low-range crawling, or the high cost of ATV ownership.

Both the Boost trim and the XPEDITION NUMATIX are side-by-sides. The Sportsman 500 is a traditional ATV instead. 4wdTalk’s breakdown of the difference between ATVs and UTVs covers this choice in more detail. Next, this article covers specs, engineering changes, and pricing for each 2027 model.

Key Specs at a Glance

This table lines up the headline spec, starting price, and dealer ship date for each new 2027 model.

Polaris RZR Pro R Boost: 275 Horsepower and the Pro R’s First Turbo Engine

The Polaris RZR Pro R Boost centers on the ProStar Fury 2.0L turbo engine, the first turbo powerplant offered in the Pro R lineup. Output lands at 275 horsepower at 7,000 RPM and 215 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 RPM. In addition, Polaris built an all-new dual-radiator cooling architecture to keep the engine, turbo, and transmission stable under sustained desert heat. A high-capacity clutching system increases airflow and adds cooling fins, extending belt life during long, hard runs.

Reinforced driveline components, including strengthened half shafts, handle the added power in rocky and rutted terrain. Polaris also upgraded the transmission and front drive system for more direct power transfer. Refined CVT tuning and new engine isolators cut noise and vibration further. Buyers also choose between 2-passenger and 4-passenger configurations, each offered in Ultimate or Ultra trim. The Ultra trim adds race-proven DYNAMIX DVS suspension with active sway bar links adjusting up to 200 times per second. It also adds BFGoodrich 32-inch tires and carbon fiber trim pieces.

Pricing for the Boost trim starts at $49,999. Polaris then begins shipping the model to dealers in November 2026. Riders searching for horsepower figures now have an official number for the Boost trim: 275 hp. Polaris credits the jump to turbocharging, not added displacement. The outgoing naturally aspirated Pro R produced 225 hp. The Boost trim represents a meaningful step up for buyers cross-shopping the two models.

Polaris XPEDITION NUMATIX: The Industry’s First Pneumatic CVT

Meanwhile, the Polaris XPEDITION NUMATIX pairs a new NUMATIX Controlled CVT with the XPEDITION utility side-by-side platform. Polaris calls it the industry’s first pneumatic CVT, meaning air pressure regulates the drive clutch rather than mechanical force alone. The company says the system cuts perceived noise by up to 40% at 35 mph compared with earlier models. Real-time transmission control also adapts to terrain and rider input up to 200 times per second.

For riders who tow, plow snow, or crawl technical terrain, the NUMATIX system optimizes belt grip and clutch engagement. As a result, this adds traction and durability on demanding trails. Three drive modes, Comfort, Standard, and Sport, let owners match throttle response to the task at hand. Owners planning to tow with the XPEDITION should read 4wdTalk’s guide to towing small trailers with a side-by-side. An integrated on-board air system supplies compressed air through an auxiliary port for adjusting tire pressure or clearing trail debris.

The XPEDITION NUMATIX comes in XP and ADV variants, each available in 2-passenger and 5-passenger configurations. Both ship only in NorthStar trim with an enclosed, heated and cooled cab. Pricing starts at $40,499, and Polaris begins dealer shipments in August 2026, the same month as this announcement. NorthStar models also carry a two-year limited warranty instead of the standard one-year coverage across the rest of the lineup.

Sportsman 500: A New Value Entry Point in the ATV Lineup

The Polaris Sportsman 500 opens the Sportsman lineup at $6,999, matching the lineup’s lowest starting price point. Ground clearance reaches up to 11.5 inches, backed by 9.5 inches of independent rear suspension travel. A new all-wheel-drive system locks the front differential automatically when it senses tire slip. As a result, riders do not need to engage AWD by hand. A 2,500-pound winch comes standard, along with 26-inch tires on 14-inch aluminum wheels.

Cargo capacity includes a 270-pound rack rating and 5 gallons of enclosed storage. This is useful for hauling gear on day rides or property work. In addition, LED headlights come standard. The Sportsman 500 also shares its accessory lineup with the larger Sportsman 600. Owners mix and match racks, winches, and other add-ons across both models. Polaris positions the Sportsman 500 as the most affordable entry point in the ATV lineup. It targets riders who want capability without the price tag of the 570 or 600 models.

Dealer shipments for the Sportsman 500 begin in September 2026. Standard coverage across the 2027 lineup includes a one-year limited warranty. However, NorthStar-trim and Youth models follow different terms. For a deeper look at this tradeoff, see 4wdTalk’s comparison of UTVs and ATVs for trail use.

Polaris RZR Pro R Boost vs. the Outgoing RZR Pro R

The RZR Pro R Boost is not a standalone model. It replaces the top of the naturally aspirated Pro R lineup, so shoppers now choose between two distinct engines under the same nameplate. Power marks the clearest difference between the two trims. The naturally aspirated RZR Pro R produces 225 horsepower. The turbocharged Boost trim reaches 275 horsepower from its ProStar Fury engine, a 50-horsepower gain. Polaris also redesigned the cooling and clutching systems specifically for the Boost trim, and the naturally aspirated Pro R does not get these changes.

Riders who spend most of their time at higher elevations gain the most from the Boost trim, since turbocharging holds peak power up to 10,000 feet. Naturally aspirated engines lose more output as elevation climbs, so riders who stick to sea-level dunes and flat desert washes typically see a smaller real-world gap between the two engines. Price also separates the two: the Boost trim starts at $49,999, a premium over lower-trim Pro R pricing. Both trims still carry the same standard one-year limited warranty, since only NorthStar-trim XPEDITION models get the extended two-year coverage.

What This 2027 Lineup Means for Off-Road Buyers

This 2027 off-road lineup from Polaris spreads value across three models instead of one flagship. The Boost trim fits desert and mountain racers who lost horsepower to altitude in the old Pro R. Its turbocharged engine and reinforced driveline target this gap directly. Its Ultra trim adds active sway bar links adjusting up to 200 times per second, built for high-speed desert racing.

The $49,999 starting price puts the Boost trim well past casual trail riders’ budgets. Buyers focused on value should look toward the Sportsman 500 or the standard naturally aspirated Pro R instead. The XPEDITION NUMATIX also skips lower trims, shipping only in the pricier NorthStar configuration with a heated and cooled cab.

Across the three models, each upgrade appears to target a common rider frustration instead of a single flagship spec. Those frustrations include power loss at altitude, noisy low-range crawling, and the high entry cost of ATV ownership. Reid Wilson, president of Polaris Off-Road Vehicles, framed the release around more than 70 years of listening to riders. However, whether this framing holds up depends on real-world testing. Independent reviewers still need seat time in the Boost trim and the NUMATIX CVT to confirm the claims.

Buyers ready to order should expect the longest wait on the Boost trim. It reaches dealers in November 2026, roughly three months after the XPEDITION NUMATIX and two months after the Sportsman 500. Riders who want turbocharged power sooner, or a lower price point, still have options today. The naturally aspirated Pro R and the existing Sportsman 570 remain available while the 2027 models arrive. Riders planning a backcountry trip should start with 4wdTalk’s tips for camping with a UTV and off-road trailer.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much horsepower does the Polaris RZR Pro R Boost have?

It produces 275 horsepower at 7,000 RPM and 215 lb-ft of torque at 4,000 RPM. Specifically, power comes from a ProStar Fury 2.0L turbo engine. This is 50 horsepower more than the outgoing naturally aspirated RZR Pro R.

When does the 2027 RZR Pro R Boost ship to dealers?

Polaris begins shipping it to dealers in November 2026. The XPEDITION NUMATIX arrives first, in August 2026, followed by the Sportsman 500 in September 2026.

How much does the 2027 Polaris RZR Pro R Boost cost?

Starting MSRP for the Boost trim is $49,999. Its horsepower and chassis upgrades account for the price gap over the naturally aspirated Pro R.

What is NUMATIX on the Polaris XPEDITION?

NUMATIX is Polaris’s name for a new pneumatic CVT on the XPEDITION side-by-side. Air pressure, rather than a mechanical spring alone, controls the drive clutch. Polaris says the system cuts perceived noise by up to 40% at 35 mph.

How much does the 2027 Polaris Sportsman 500 cost?

The Sportsman 500 starts at $6,999. Dealer shipments begin in September 2026.

Is the RZR Pro R Boost turbocharged?

Yes. It uses a ProStar Fury 2.0L turbo engine, the first turbo engine offered in the Pro R lineup, producing 275 horsepower.