ATVUtility
2027 Polaris Sportsman 500
499cc Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsPolaris Sportsman 500 vs Polaris Sportsman 570
2027 Polaris Sportsman 500 vs 2025 Polaris Sportsman 570: 33 vs 44 hp, 499 vs 567 cc, 773 vs 705 lb, $6,999 vs $7,499. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Polaris Sportsman 570
567cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power33 hpvs44 hpSportsman 570 wins
Lower price$6,999vs$7,499Sportsman 500 wins
Lighter773 lbvs705 lbSportsman 570 wins
Bigger engine499 ccvs567 ccSportsman 570 wins
Ground clearance11.5 invs11.5 inTie
Towing1,350 lbvs1,225 lbSportsman 500 wins
Across measured specs the Sportsman 500 leads in 2 categoriesand the Sportsman 570 in 3. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Sportsman 500 runs a 499 cc single-cylinder (prostar sohc) making about 33 hp, while the Sportsman 570 uses a 567 cc single-cylinder rated near 44 hp. The Sportsman 570 has the power edge (44 hp vs 33 hp). The Sportsman 570 is lighter at 705 lb (vs 773 lb). At $6,999 the Sportsman 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Sportsman 500 Polaris · 2027 View | Sportsman 570 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 499 cc | 567 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (ProStar SOHC) | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 33 hp | 44 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PVT) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | AWD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 773 lb (351 kg) | 705 lb (320 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) | 50.5 in (128.3 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) | 11.5 in (29.2 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.5 gal (17 L) | 4.5 gal (17 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,350 lb (612 kg) | 1,225 lb (556 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,999 | $7,499 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.