UTV Crossover
2025 Polaris General 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$18,999
View full specsPolaris General 1000 vs Polaris Sportsman 850
2025 Polaris General 1000 vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman 850: 100 vs 78 hp, 999 vs 850 cc, 1650 vs 790 lb, $18,999 vs $9,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATV Utility
2025 Polaris Sportsman 850
850cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$9,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 100 hp vs 78 hp General 1000 wins
Lower price $18,999 vs $9,999 Sportsman 850 wins
Lighter 1650 lb vs 790 lb Sportsman 850 wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 850 cc General 1000 wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 11.5 in General 1000 wins
Towing 1,500 lb vs 1,750 lb Sportsman 850 wins
Across measured specs the General 1000 leads in 5 categories and the Sportsman 850 in 3. Comparing an UTV and a ATV, the General 1000 runs a 999 cc parallel-twin making about 100 hp, while the Sportsman 850 uses a 850 cc parallel-twin rated near 78 hp. The General 1000 has the power edge (100 hp vs 78 hp). The Sportsman 850 is lighter at 790 lb (vs 1650 lb). At $9,999 the Sportsman 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| General 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | Sportsman 850 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 78 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PVT) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 1650 lb (748 kg) | 790 lb (358 kg) |
| Overall width | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 81 in (205.7 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 gal (36 L) | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | 1,750 lb (794 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,999 | $9,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.