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Polaris Scrambler XP 1000 S vs Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S

2025 Polaris Scrambler XP 1000 S vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S: 89 vs 90 hp, 952 vs 952 cc, 910 vs 936 lb, $13,299 vs $12,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

2025 Polaris Scrambler XP 1000 S
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2025 Polaris Scrambler XP 1000 S

952cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$13,299

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2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S
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2025 Polaris Sportsman XP 1000 S

952cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$12,999

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At a glance

More power89 hpvs90 hpSportsman XP 1000 S wins
Lower price$13,299vs$12,999Sportsman XP 1000 S wins
Lighter910 lbvs936 lbScrambler XP 1000 S wins
Bigger engine952 ccvs952 ccTie
Ground clearance13.5 invs14.5 inSportsman XP 1000 S wins
Towing1,500 lbvs1,750 lbSportsman XP 1000 S wins

Across measured specs the Scrambler XP 1000 S leads in 1 categoryand the Sportsman XP 1000 S in 4. Comparing ATVs, the Scrambler XP 1000 S runs a 952 cc parallel-twin making about 89 hp, while the Sportsman XP 1000 S uses a 952 cc parallel-twin rated near 90 hp. The Sportsman XP 1000 S has the power edge (90 hp vs 89 hp). The Scrambler XP 1000 S is lighter at 910 lb (vs 936 lb). At $12,999 the Sportsman XP 1000 S is the more affordable of the two.

Full specifications

Scrambler XP 1000 S
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Sportsman XP 1000 S
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Engine
Displacement952 cc952 cc
Engine configurationParallel-twinParallel-twin
Cylinders22
CoolingLiquidLiquid
Power (approx.)89 hp90 hp
Fuel systemEFIEFI
StarterElectricElectric
Drivetrain
TransmissionAutomatic CVT (PVT)Automatic CVT (PVT)
Drive systemSelectable 2WD/4WDSelectable 2WD/4WD
Dimensions & capacity
Seating1 rider1 rider
Dry weight910 lb (413 kg)936 lb (425 kg)
Overall width54 in (137.2 cm)55 in (139.7 cm)
Wheelbase55 in (139.7 cm)55 in (139.7 cm)
Ground clearance13.5 in (34.3 cm)14.5 in (36.8 cm)
Fuel capacity5.25 gal (19.9 L)5.25 gal (19.9 L)
Towing capacity1,500 lb (680 kg)1,750 lb (794 kg)
Pricing
MSRP (base)$13,299$12,999
Model year20252025

Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.

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