Polaris Introduces 2013 Lineup

Includes new Ranger XP 900, Ranger 800 EFI

August 2012 Powersport News

Minneapolis - For the past five years, Polaris has aggressively launched new products, evolved its off-road offerings and became No. 1 in the off-road industry with one of the best and most-innovative ATV and side-by-side offerings available. For model year 2013, Polaris will continue to innovate by introducing three new vehicles and making significant upgrades to existing products.

"Polaris' innovation continues, once again, by creating products that raise the performance and value bar in the off-road industry," David Longren, Polaris Off-Road Division's vice president and general manager, said. "From the hardest working, smoothest riding ATV and Ranger side-by-sides, to the RZR line with the ultimate combination of power, suspension and agility, Polaris offers the most-complete line-up of off-road vehicles on the market."

Polaris Ranger utility vehicles are the hardest working, smoothest riding side-by-sides available in full size, midsize and multi-passenger models. Back for 2013, the full size Ranger 800 EFI is the standard of hardest working, smoothest riding but for 2013, Polaris also is defining an all new class of "Hardest Working, Smoothest Riding" with the new, full size Ranger XP 900. The vehicle features a new ProStar 900 engine, all-new chassis, more suspension, new restyled cockpit, new flip-up seat storage, larger gas tank, new Lock&Ride  PRO-FIT cab accessories, easier serviceability and a quieter ride due to engine repositioning. The Ranger XP 900 will join the Ranger 800 and Ranger Diesel in the full size category.

New to the Midsize line, the Ranger 800 EFI Midsize combines Polaris' reliable 800cc engine with the midsize chassis for a combination that provides big bore performance in a smaller, two-seat model that fits in the back of a pickup truck. The Ranger 800 EFI Midsize is perfect for any customer looking for a midsized footprint and price, with full size power. The unit has many of the hardest working, smoothest riding features of its full-sized counterparts: on-demand true all-wheel drive with VersaTrac, independent rear suspension, heavy duty front end protection, high ground clearance and the longest suspension travel in its class.

The Ranger 500 EFI, Ranger 400 and Ranger EV round out the midsize offering.

Last year, Polaris added the Ranger Crew Diesel to its multi-passenger offering and will continue to offer the vehicle along with the Ranger Crew 800 and Ranger Crew 500. Polaris also will offer several limited edition models across the full-size, midsize and multi-passenger segments including Ranger XP 900, Ranger 800 EFI, Ranger 800 EFI Midsize, Ranger 500 EFI, Ranger Crew 800 and Ranger Crew 500 models.

The RZR family is the only side-by-side line with razor sharp performance for the ultimate combination of power, suspension and agility. For model year 2012, Polaris launched two vehicles, the new trail-capable RZR 570 featuring the second ProStar engine built specifically for a side-by-side, and this past January, the RZR XP 4 900, which delivers extreme performance for four. For model year 2013, Polaris enhances the RZR lineup again with a new RZR 570 Trail Limited Edition with Electronic Power Steering (EPS), and, for the first time on a RZR, an Engine Braking System (EBS) and Versatrack Turf Mode; a gnarly Walker Evans Limited Edition RZR XP 900; new dual rate springs on the RZR 800 and more upgrades to the RZR family to make the line even more razor sharp. Several RZR XP 900, RZR S 800 , RZR 800, RZR 570, RZR XP 4 and RZR 4 800 limited edition models also will be available.

For model year 2012, Polaris added more power on all 850cc Sportsman models and 2013 sees more power added to the Entry/Sport line with the introduction of the new Scrambler XP 850 H.O. in both a sporty Limited Edition package with EPS and Fox Shocks and a base model. The Scrambler XP 850 H.O. is geared towards riders who want a more power and sportier ride in a four-wheel drive vehicle. The vehicle couples the proven, 77 hp, 850 twin, high output EFI engine, Polaris' exclusive on-demand, true all-wheel drive with a sports tuned suspension and more streamlined design for a sport vehicle that can tackle anything the trail throws its way.

For riders wanting even more performance in a 4x4, Polaris is offering a Limited Edition model with Electronic Power Steering (EPS), Fox Podium compression adjustable shocks, cast aluminum wheels, hand guards, cut and sew seat, dual LED headlights and Stealth Black paint with a sportier graphics package. The new Scrambler XP 850 H.O. rounds out the Entry/Sport line which includes the Trail Boss 330, Trail Blazer 330 and Phoenix 200.

Polaris' Premium, 2-Up and Value lines continue to be the hardest working, smoothest riding ATVs on the market The Premium line of ATVs, features the Sportsman XP 850 H.O., Sportsman XP 850 H.O. EPS, Sportsman 550 and Sportsman 550 EPS and the 2-Up offering includes the most comfortable Sportsman Touring 850 H.O. EPS and Sportsman Touring 550 EPS, versatile Sportsman X2 550 and Polaris' value 2-up, the Sportsman Touring 500 H.O. The value line includes the Sportsman 800 EFI, Sportsman Big Boss 6x6 800 EFI, Sportsman 500 H.O. and Sportsman 400 H.O. To complement the lines, Polaris is offering several limited edition models including the Sportsman XP 850 EPS, Sportsman 550 EPS and Sportsman Touring 850 H.O.

Polaris' best-selling Youth line up will include five models based upon the Specialty Vehicle Institute of America's (SVIA) Youth ATV Categories, the Ranger RZR 170 (Y-12+ and T with Big Wheel Kit) , Phoenix 200 (T), Sportsman 90 (Y-10+), Outlaw 90 (Y-10+) and Outlaw 50 (Y-6+).

To support the model year 2013 launch, Pure Polaris will have a wide variety of accessories available for ATV, Ranger and RZR vehicles. Built exclusively for the new Ranger XP 900, Pure Polaris is offering new PRO Accessories. The collection includes a revolutionary, high-quality Lock&Ride PRO-FIT cab accessories; a versatile, premium-quality Glacier PRO Plow System; and durable Polaris PRO HD Winches. Pure Polaris also is introducing more door options and graphics for RZR vehicles and a full line of accessories for the new Scrambler XP 850 H.O. For off-road riders, Pure Polaris has teamed with several leading off-road apparel suppliers including FLY Racing, 509, TekVest and Ogio to create co-branded collections of premium-quality helmets, jerseys, gloves, goggles, protective gear and cargo bags.

More information about Polaris' whole line of Off-Road Vehicle offerings and accessories can be found online at www.Polaris.com.

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