UTV Sport
2025 Polaris RZR Turbo R
925cc Parallel-twin (turbo), liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsPolaris RZR Turbo R vs Polaris Sportsman 850
2025 Polaris RZR Turbo R vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman 850: 181 vs 78 hp, 925 vs 850 cc, 1960 vs 790 lb, $30,999 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 181 hp vs 78 hp RZR Turbo R wins
Lower price $30,999 vs $9,999 Sportsman 850 wins
Lighter 1960 lb vs 790 lb Sportsman 850 wins
Bigger engine 925 cc vs 850 cc RZR Turbo R wins
Ground clearance 15 in vs 11.5 in RZR Turbo R wins
Towing n/a vs 1,750 lb Sportsman 850 wins
Across measured specs the RZR Turbo R leads in 5 categories and the Sportsman 850 in 3. Comparing an UTV and a ATV, the RZR Turbo R runs a 925 cc parallel-twin (turbo) making about 181 hp, while the Sportsman 850 uses a 850 cc parallel-twin rated near 78 hp. The RZR Turbo R has the power edge (181 hp vs 78 hp). The Sportsman 850 is lighter at 790 lb (vs 1960 lb). At $9,999 the Sportsman 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| RZR Turbo R Polaris · 2025 View | Sportsman 850 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 925 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin (turbo) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 181 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 | 1960 lb (889 kg) | 790 lb (358 kg) |
| Overall width | 74 in (188 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 96 in (243.8 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) | 5.25 gal (19.9 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 1,750 lb (794 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $30,999 | $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.