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The All-New 2020 Polaris General

March 1, 2020
UTVUG Staff

Polaris Off Road has expanded its 2020 GENERAL lineup with the introduction of the new GENERAL 1000 Sport.

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For riders looking to elevate their off-road adventure, the new GENERAL 1000 Sport is their ticket into the off-road’s premier sport-utility side-by-side lineup. Built to take on back-forty jobs and backcountry trails, the new Sport model delivers all the class-leading capability, comfort and style that GENERAL is known for. Polaris took everything riders know and love from the GENERAL 1000 base model and added a new exterior color, eye-catching graphics, color-matched springs and trail-ready, 12-inch aluminum wheels – all for a new starting price of $15,999.

“Polaris is committed to growing the off-road community, and it starts with putting the customer at the center of everything we do. This has never been more evident than in the release of these new models,” said Steven Menneto, president of Off Road, Polaris. “The GENERAL 1000 Sport makes off-road adventure more accessible with a new starting price while delivering more value with enhanced features.”

2020 GENERAL 1000 Sport – Starting at $15,999 U.S. MSRP

Whether trail riding with friends and family, tackling the next task on the property or trekking to a favorite camp site, the GENERAL 1000 Sport is factory-equipped to elevate any adventure. True on- demand all-wheel drive and a class-leading 100-horsepower ProStar 1000 engine provide sure-footed traction and ample power to confidently take on any trail and have fun along the way. A class-leading 12-inches of suspension travel and 12-inches of ground clearance ensure the ride is smooth even when the terrain is not, while bolstered bucket seats and standard half doors further enhance rider comfort. For adventures requiring more gear, riders can haul up-to 600-lbs in the dumping cargo box and tow up- to 1,500-lbs.

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The GENERAL 1000 Sport adds to this impressive list of standard features with new eye-catching, action- inspired graphics, color-matched springs and trail-ready, 12-inch aluminum wheels. With more than 300 Polaris Engineered accessory options, riders can further customize the vehicle to make the most of every adventure. Available at a new, lower price, GENERAL 1000 Sport delivers more value while offering a more accessible entry point to the off-road’s premier sport-utility lineup.

The GENERAL 1000 Sport is available in Avalanche Gray and will begin arriving in dealerships in April.

The GENERAL 1000 Sport adds to this impressive list of standard features with new eye-catching, action- inspired graphics, color-matched springs and trail-ready, 12-inch aluminum wheels. With more than 300 Polaris Engineered accessory options, riders can further customize the vehicle to make the most of every adventure. Available at a new, lower price, GENERAL 1000 Sport delivers more value while offering a more accessible entry point to the off-road’s premier sport-utility lineup.

The GENERAL 1000 Sport is available in Avalanche Gray and will begin arriving in dealerships in April.

2020 Polaris GENERAL Sport Tech Specs

POLARIS GENERAL 1000 SPORT
Engine TypeProStar 1000;
4-Stroke DOHC Twin Cylinder
Horsepower / Displacement100 hp / 999 cc
Fuel SystemElectronic Fuel Injection
CoolingLiquid
TransmissionAutomatic PVT P/R/N/L/H
Drive SystemOn-Demand True AWD/2WD/
VersaTrac Turf Mode
Engine Braking SystemNone
Front SuspensionDual A-Arm with Stabilizer Bar and 12.25" (31.1 cm) Travel
Front ShocksZF Sachs Twin Tube, Painted Springs
Rear SuspensionDual Arm IRS with Stabilizer Bar and 13.2" (33.5 cm) Travel
Rear ShocksZF Sachs Twin Tube, Painted Springs
Front/Rear Brakes4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Dual-Bore Front and Rear Calipers
Parking BrakePark in Transmission
Front Tires27x9.00R12 NHS; CST Clincher
Rear Tires27x11.00R12 NHS; CST Clincher
WheelsCast Aluminium
Wheelbase81" (206 cm)
Dry Weight1,430 lb (648 kg)
Overall Vehicle Size
(L x W x H)
116.4 x 62.5 x 73.8" 
(295.6 x 158.7 x 187 cm)
Wheel Width60"
Ground Clearance12" (30.5 cm)
Seating Capacity2
Fuel Capacity9.5 gal (35.9 L)
Bed Box Dimensions
(L x W x H)
27.5 x 43.1 x 11.6" 
(69.8 x 109 x 29.5 cm)
Rear Rack Box Capacity600 lb (kg)
Payload Capacity1,100 lb ( kg)
Hitch Towing Rating1,500 lb ( kg)
Hitch/TypeStandard / 2" Receiver
Cargo SystemLock & Ride
Lighting55W Low / 60W High, LED Tail
Ingress / EgressHalf Doors standard
Seats / Seat Belts / AdjustabilityBolstered Bucket Seats with Driver Seat Sliders and Height Adjustable Seat Belts
Electronic Power SteeringStandard
Tilt SteeringStandard
InstrumentationDual-sweep Analog Dials w/ 4" LCD Rider Information Center: User Selectable Blue/Red Backlighting & Brightness, Programmable Service Intervals, Speedometer, Tachometer, Odometer, Tripmeter, Clock, Hour Meter, Gear Indicator, Fuel Gauge, Coolant Temperature, Voltmeter, Service Indicator and Codes, Seat Belt Reminder Light, Gear Indicator, DC Outlet 
Other Standard FeaturesPremium Graphics Package

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