2025 Polaris Slingshot S Review

2025 Polaris Slingshot S
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2025 Polaris Slingshot S: WHERE THE ENVY BEGINS.

Introducing the 2025 Polaris Slingshot S…

The Slingshot S is the perfect start to your next great adventure. With a newly designed front end, it has the looks to turn heads and the performance to get a move on right from the start. Plus, there are plenty of ways to personalize and make it your own. Whether you’re cruising the countryside or hitting a hot spot in town, it’s the perfect way to show the world how you roll.

Everything you need to start creating your one-of-a-kind ride.

  • 18” Front Aluminum Wheels
  • 20” Rear Aluminum Wheel
  • Waterproof Cockpit

 

 

 

2025 Polaris Slingshot S Totalmotorcycle.com Key Features

S FEATURES
Manual or AutoDrive
ProStar 2.0L Engine Delivering 180HP
NEW Front End Styling
Stage 1 Rockford Fosgate
Audio with 2.7” Display
LED Headlight & Brake Light,
Front Accent Lights, Taillights
Water Resistant Cockpit
Cut & Sew Seats
Lockable Glovebox
Dual Sweep Gauge with Configurable LED Display
Cruise Control
Electronic Speed
Sensitive Steering System
ABS Brakes, Traction
& Stability Control
18” Front & 20” Rear
Painted Aluminum Wheels
9.7 Gallon Fuel Tank
Double Wish-Bone
Independent Front Suspension
Security Package with Redesigned Key Fob
8.5” Clear Windscreen

 

 

Polaris Slingshot Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Debut of 2025 Lineup, Delivering Fresh New Style 

  • Fully Redesigned Front End Adds Stand-Out Style Across 2025 Lineup;
  • New Eight-Inch Speakers with Light Ring Enhances Audio and Adds Custom-Inspired Style

Turning ordinary drives into extraordinary moments, the three-wheel Polaris Slingshot 2025 lineup combines one-of-a-kind, head-turning style with open-air, adventurous driving experiences unlike anything else on the road. New for 2025, Slingshot introduces a fully redesigned front end, all-new eight-inch speakers for enhanced audio, improved drivability, and more.

“Ten years ago, we introduced a vehicle unlike anything else on the road. With three wheels and an open-air cockpit, the Slingshot has withstood the test of time and continues to stand out from the crowd with its one-of-a-kind style,” said Josh Hermes, Polaris Slingshot Vice President. “Since then, year-after-year, we have listened to our owners to continue to improve upon its style and design to deliver an elevated experience. And, in 2025, we’re bringing a fresh new look to the front end, upgraded features and even more options for personalization.”

Inspired by owner feedback, the 2025 Slingshot lineup features four models with loads of style and countless personalization opportunities – allowing drivers to make their mark each time they jump into the cockpit.

 

Redesigned Front End

For 2025, Slingshot has a completely redesigned front end, bringing a new look to the lineup. As drivers move up the lineup, they get enhanced front-end components and styling. For the S model, the new front end has a clean style with newly designed fascia components and a textured finish to enhance its look. The SL model adds graphics to the textured front fascia for a sportier feel, while still maintaining a clean look. Textured closeouts, lower accent lights and painted wing-like design elements are added to enhance the front end on the SLR model, while the front end on the top-of-the-line R model is fully painted and adds a lower splitter – complementing the edgy style of the Vented Sport Hood for a totally new, unique look.

 

Improved Drivability

Under-the-hood upgrades give the 2025 lineup a sportier and more refined driving experience. A modest bump in horsepower and a broader torque curve deliver more acceleration behind the wheel, while all-new tuning refines the AutoDrive transmission – providing a more intuitive and smoother driving experience.

Technical updates include updated suspension tuning for improved handling and greater confidence. In addition, the redesigned front end adds an inch of ground clearance to enhance drivability on the S, SL and SLR models.

 

Updated Audio

New for 2025, Polaris Slingshot introduces larger, eight-inch speakers for the left and right interior side panels delivering crisp sound quality to counteract road and vehicle noise with increased volume and more bass. The new Stage 2 Max Audio Package by Rockford Fosgate is standard on 2025 SLR and R models and available as an accessory upgrade for Slingshots model year 2021 and newer.

 

Driver & Passenger Enhancements

Driver and passenger enhancements, such as a new key fob, gas cap tether, and improvements to security are made to upgrade the vehicle experience at every touchpoint. Each model in the 2025 lineup has refined fit and finish and offers a range of “mild-to-wild” paint options to give customers color choices that reflect their personal style.

 

Accessories

Personalization is half the fun of owning a Slingshot and key to the Slingshot ownership experience. To support a wide range of driver needs and style preferences, Polaris Slingshot offers a number of factory-engineered accessories – allowing owners to seamlessly upgrade their audio experience, customize their style, or enhance their comfort.

  • Audio: To achieve the ultimate level of audio and lighting, owners can enhance their Stage 2 Max Audio Package by Rockford Fosgate with the Upgrade Kit to Light-Ready Speakers and Premium Interior Light Kit by XKGlow. If upgrading a 2025 SLR or R model, where eight-inch speakers are already featured as standard equipment, the Upgrade Kit to Light-Ready Speakers and Premium Interior Light Kit by XKGlow will allow driver and passenger to enjoy fully customizable lighting throughout the interior – across speaker grilles and footwells, under the seats, in the left-hand and right-hand side storage compartments and along the center console. With the easy-to-use “Slingshot LED” mobile app, available on the App Store and Google Play at no additional charge, Slingshot owners can select colors for two distinct light zones from a full spectrum of choices, apply preset themed patterns and strobe effects, synchronize to music, or design and save their favorite settings. With powerful 8” speakers from Rockford Fosgate and vibrant lighting from XKGlow, drivers will turn heads in their unique Slingshot.
  • Style: Slingshot owners can provide a finishing touch to their Vented Sport Hood with the premium styling of the Vented Sport Hood Grille. They can also add color-matched and customizable styling to the upper front end with the Vented Sport Hood Upper Accent Panel (standard on R Models) or add the Front LED Accent Panel to the standard bodywork and give the Slingshot an even bolder look while illuminating the road ahead (standard on SLR and R models). They can upgrade their Slingshot’s front end with the new Painted Front and Outer Fascia Kits for a custom, eye-catching look, or add an aggressive look with the easy-to-install, textured Lower Front Fascia Accent Kit. With these accessory accents, they will enjoy premium, factory-quality paint that perfectly matches or contrasts their Slingshot’s colors and graphics.

Comfort: For added comfort and sun protection, drivers can choose to add an Excursion Top to their ride and further customize their Slingshot by selecting one of three canvas color options. The Excursion Top Canvas is available with black, gray, or red Slingshot branding to match or contrast with the Slingshot’s overall design. Drivers can also choose a Slingshade to stay protected from the elements without sacrificing style. The Slingshade features vertical opening T-Top panels with friction hinge technology and superior fit and finish. Designed to seamlessly integrate, it boasts sleek lines and automotive-grade finishes, perfectly color-matched to your Slingshot or customizable with more than 30 colors to pick from.

 

 

 

2025 Polaris Slingshot S Totalmotorcycle.com Features and Benefits

S is available in Slingshot Red and Jet Black. For 2025, S is now standard with Technology Package 1, which includes Rockford Fosgate® audio with 2.7” display, security package with a passive security system and rear storage locks, rear center LED brake light, and a standard height clear windscreen for improved audio experience and wind protection.

UP FRONT STYLE
The fully redesigned S front end provides fresh, bold styling so you will continue to turn heads whether you’re parked or cruising down the road.

YOUR PERFECT DRIVE
Available in a sporty 5-speed manual or intuitive AutoDrive, Slingshot is available in whatever drive you desire.

TECH OUT YOUR RIDE
Show up with next level sound with a 2.7″ Color LCD Display, Rockford Fosgate® front speaker pods, and tweeters to cruise with clarity.

RIDE ON IN STYLE
With black-painted aluminum wheels and accent styling throughout, the Slingshot S will always stand out.

PEACE OF MIND ON & OFF THE ROAD
The security package provides added security features including locks on storage and anti-theft protection features to give you peace of mind.

IT’S TIME TO SHINE
Turn on the style with upper accent lighting and see how easy it is to make a big impression.

MORE POWER, MORE GO
Built around Polaris’ four-cylinder engine, the Slingshot S delivers 180 horsepower with one of the highest production redlines, giving you the power to drive it your way.

 

 

 

 

 

 

2025 Polaris Slingshot S – Totalmotorcycle.com USA Specifications/Technical Details
US MSRP Price: $24,999 USD
Canada MSRP Price: $NA CAD
Europe/UK MSRP Price: £NA GBP (On The Road inc 20% Vat)

MANUAL

 

POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE

0-60 MPH

N/A

Bore x Stroke

93 mm x 73.5 mm

Compression Ratio

12.5:1

Displacement

1,997 cc

Engine Type

Prostar 2.0L 4 Cylinder

Fuel System

Multiport Injected

Fuel Type

91 octane or higher

Peak Lateral Grip

1.02 g

Peak Power

180.3 HP @ 8,000 RPM

Peak Torque

128.7 ft lbs @ 6,500 RPM

Power to Weight Ratio

9.0 lb/hp

Rev Limit (RPM)

8,500 RPM

Top Speed

Limited to 125 MPH

Valve Train

DOHC

DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

Curb Weight

1,624 lb (737 kg)

Fuel Capacity

9.77 gal (37.1 L)

Ground Clearance

5.4 in (137.3 mm)

Max Wet Weight

1,749 lb

Overall Vehicle Height

51.9 in (1,318 mm)

Overall Vehicle Length

149.6 in (3,800 mm)

Overall Vehicle Width

77.9 in (1,980 mm)

Track Width

69.1 in (1,755 mm)

Wheelbase

105 in (2,667 mm)

BRAKES

Anti lock Braking System

Standard

Front Brake Rotors

Vented cast iron, 298 mm diameter

Front Calipers

Aluminum 1 piston

Rear Brake Rotors

Vented cast iron, 298 mm diameter

Rear Calipers

Aluminum 1 piston

SPECIFICATIONS

Battery

30AH, 12V, 400 CCA

Center Brake Light

LED

Front Lower Accent Lights

Optional

Front Upper Accent Lights

LED

Gauges

Dual Sweep LED Backlit Gauge with Configurable LCD Display

Headlight

LED High & Low Beam

Indicator Lights

LED

Interior LED Accent Lights

Optional

License Plate Light

LED

Main Brake Lights

LED

Power Steering System

Variable Speed Sensitive Electronic Power Steering 2.0

Steering Actuation

Rack-and-pinion

Steering Turns

2.5 Turns

Turn Signals

LED

TIRES & WHEELS

Front Tire Size

225 / 45R18

Front Tire Type

Kenda SS-799

Front Wheel Size

18×7.5

Front Wheel Type

Aluminum

Rear Tire Size

255 / 35R20

Rear Tire Type

Kenda SS-799

Rear Wheel Size

20×9.0

Rear Wheel Type

Aluminum

TRANSMISSION

Bevel Drive Ratio

2.824:1

Clutch Type

Dry, Single Plate, Hydraulically Actuated

Final Drive Ratio

1.771:1

Final Drive Type

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt, 30mm x 147T

Gear Ratio (1st)

3.251:1

Gear Ratio (2nd)

1.955:1

Gear Ratio (3rd)

1.310:1

Gear Ratio (4th)

1.000:1

Gear Ratio (5th)

0.753:1

Gear Shift Pattern (Manual)

H

Reverse Gear Ratio

3.180:1

Shock Absorber

Revised Twin Tube Gas Charged Coil Overs

Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone with Forged Aluminum Control Arms

Transmission Type

5 Speed Manual Synchromesh with Reverse

FEATURES & WARRANTY

12v DC Outlets

2

Apple CarPlay®

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

Audio System

Stage 1 Audio: Rockford Fosgate® 50w Audio System

Color Options

Jet Black, Slingshot Red

Connected Services

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

Cruise Control

Standard

Electronic Stability Control

Standard

Factory Warranty

2 Years, Unlimited Miles

Ignition

Proximity Key with Keyless Start

Infotainment / Display

Technology Package 1: Rockford Fosgate 2. 7” Display with Bluetooth® & USB Phone Connectivity, Passive Security System, & Center Taillight

Integrated Steering Wheel Controls

Optional (7” Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND Required)

Interior Trim Color

Matte Black

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Optional

Main Accent Color

N/A

Paddle Shifters

N/A

Passive Security System

Standard

Steering Wheel Accent Stitching

N/A

Steering Wheel Materials

Rubberized In-mold w/ Leather Texture

Traction Control

Standard

Turn by Turn Navigation

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

USB Ports

2

Vehicle Drive Modes

Optional

Vehicle Hill Hold

Standard

Wind Deflector

8.5 in. Standard Height Clear

 

 

 

AUTO DRIVE

POWERTRAIN & PERFORMANCE

0-60 MPH

N/A

Bore x Stroke

93 mm x 73.5 mm

Compression Ratio

12.5:1

Displacement

1,997 cc

Engine Type

Prostar 2.0L 4 Cylinder

Fuel System

Multiport Injected

Fuel Type

91 octane or higher

Peak Lateral Grip

1.02 g

Peak Power

180.3 HP @ 8,000 RPM

Peak Torque

128.7 ft lbs @ 6,500 RPM

Power to Weight Ratio

9.1 lb/hp

Rev Limit (RPM)

8,500 RPM

Top Speed

Limited to 125 MPH

Valve Train

DOHC

DIMENSIONS & CAPACITIES

Curb Weight

1,637 lb

Fuel Capacity

9.77 gal (37.1 L)

Ground Clearance

5.4 in (137.3 mm)

Max Wet Weight

1,749 lb

Overall Vehicle Height

51.9 in (1,318 mm)

Overall Vehicle Length

149.6 in (3,800 mm)

Overall Vehicle Width

77.9 in (1,980 mm)

Track Width

69.1 in (1,755 mm)

Wheelbase

105 in (2,667 mm)

BRAKES

Anti lock Braking System

Standard

Front Brake Rotors

Vented cast iron, 298 mm diameter

Front Calipers

Aluminum 1 piston

Rear Brake Rotors

Vented cast iron, 298 mm diameter

Rear Calipers

Aluminum 1 piston

SPECIFICATIONS

Battery

30AH, 12V, 400 CCA

Center Brake Light

LED

Front Lower Accent Lights

Optional

Front Upper Accent Lights

LED

Gauges

Dual Sweep LED Backlit Gauge with Configurable LCD Display

Headlight

LED High & Low Beam

Indicator Lights

LED

Interior LED Accent Lights

Optional

License Plate Light

LED

Main Brake Lights

LED

Power Steering System

Variable Speed Sensitive Electronic Power Steering 2.0

Steering Actuation

Rack-and-pinion

Steering Turns

2.5 Turns

Turn Signals

LED

TIRES & WHEELS

Front Tire Size

225 / 45R18

Front Tire Type

Kenda SS-799

Front Wheel Size

18×7.5

Front Wheel Type

Aluminum

Rear Tire Size

255 / 35R20

Rear Tire Type

Kenda SS-799

Rear Wheel Size

20×9.0

Rear Wheel Type

Aluminum

TRANSMISSION

Bevel Drive Ratio

2.824:1

Clutch Type

Dry, Single Plate, Hydraulically Actuated

Final Drive Ratio

1.771:1

Final Drive Type

Carbon Fiber Reinforced Belt, 30mm x 147T

Gear Ratio (1st)

3.251:1

Gear Ratio (2nd)

1.955:1

Gear Ratio (3rd)

1.310:1

Gear Ratio (4th)

1.000:1

Gear Ratio (5th)

0.753:1

Gear Shift Pattern (Manual)

N/A

Reverse Gear Ratio

3.180:1

Shock Absorber

Revised Twin Tube Gas Charged Coil Overs

Suspension Type

Independent, Double Wishbone with Forged Aluminum Control Arms

Transmission Type

Hydraulically Actuated Automated Manual (AutoDrive) 5 Speed Synchromesh w/ Reverse

FEATURES & WARRANTY

12v DC Outlets

2

Apple CarPlay®

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

Audio System

Stage 1 Audio: Rockford Fosgate® 50w Audio System

Color Options

Jet Black, Slingshot Red

Connected Services

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

Cruise Control

Standard

Electronic Stability Control

Standard

Factory Warranty

2 Years, Unlimited Miles

Ignition

Proximity Key with Keyless Start

Infotainment / Display

Technology Package 1: Rockford Fosgate 2. 7” Display with Bluetooth® & USB Phone Connectivity, Passive Security System, & Center Taillight

Integrated Steering Wheel Controls

Optional (7” Display Powered by RIDE COMMAND Required)

Interior Trim Color

Matte Black

Leather Wrapped Steering Wheel

Optional

Main Accent Color

N/A

Paddle Shifters

Optional

Passive Security System

Standard

Steering Wheel Accent Stitching

N/A

Steering Wheel Materials

Rubberized In-mold w/ Leather Texture

Traction Control

Standard

Turn by Turn Navigation

Optional (Ride Command Display Required)

USB Ports

2

Vehicle Drive Modes

Optional

Vehicle Hill Hold

Standard

Wind Deflector

8.5 in. Standard Height Clear

 

 

 

 

2025 Polaris Slingshot S – Totalmotorcycle.com Canada Specifications/Technical Details

MANUAL

NA

 

 

 

 

AUTO DRIVE

NA

 

 

 

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