Polaris Ranger SP 570 specifications
Polaris · Utility
The SP 570 is a comfortable, unhurried machine. Outdoor Life says a 6 ft 2 in tester fit the cab comfortably even on longer rides, and that the machine does not bring a lot of power or top-end speed to the party. Dirt Wheels sets it against Polaris's RZR Trail S, which has more than double the horsepower, 100 hp against 44, plus Ride Command and a nicer riding suspension.
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Polaris Ranger SP 570
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Engine | 4-stroke single cylinder DOHC, 44 hp |
| Displacement | 567cc |
| Bore x stroke | 3.9 in x 2.9 in (99 mm x 73.6 mm) |
| Transmission | Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P; shaft |
| Drive system | Selectable on-demand all-wheel drive, AWD/2WD/VersaTrac Turf Mode |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut 9 in travel |
| Front brake | 4-wheel hydraulic disc |
| Front tire | 25x8-12; Carlstar |
| Rear tire | 25x10-12; Carlstar |
| Wheels | 12 in stamped steel |
| Seating capacity | 2 |
| Estimated dry weight | 1,168 lb |
| Wheelbase | 73 in |
| Ground clearance | 11 in |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 gal |
| Bed/cargo box capacity | 500 lb |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb |
| Class | Utility |
| Fuel system | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Door type | Cab nets |
| Compression ratio | 10:1 |
| Rear suspension | Dual A-arm, IRS 10 in travel |
| Payload capacity | 1,000 lb |
| Cargo system | Gas-assist dump box with Lock & Ride accessory integration |
| Turning radius | 12.6 ft (3.9 m) |
| Hitch | Standard 2 in receiver |
| Vehicle protection | Steel front bumper with integrated winch mount |
| Starting MSRP | $11,999 |
| Destination charge | $1,095 |
How the Ranger SP 570 performs
Polaris upgraded the 2024 model to 25-inch 8-ply Pro Armor X-Terrain tires for durability.
Living with the NorthStar cab, and what it lacks
The NorthStar cab is what most SP 570 buyers pay for. Dirt Wheels says the heater let the testers head to the mountains on a frosty morning near freezing, the Pro Shield cab keeps the elements out, a wiper and washer keep the glass clear of moisture and mud, there is plenty of in-cab storage in the doors and under the bench seat, and vehicle noise was virtually nonexistent until the windows were rolled down.
The report also notes the windows are not electric and there is no air conditioning, unlike the full-size three-seat HVAC NorthStar Rangers, and that the machine is not going to set any land speed records but has the power for mountain trails, farms, fields and desert paths.
Price, towing and the step up to the Ranger XD
Outdoor Life says a base SP 570 without the enclosed cab is available for an incredibly reasonable $11,699, and that although $20,000 for a side-by-side is not cheap, the NorthStar is about as good a deal as one can find for a machine with an integrated winch and enclosed cab. The 1,500 lb tow rating comes with a stock 2-inch receiver. So a driver only needs to add a draw bar and ball (Dirt Wheels).
A buyer who wants more power should look at the full-size Ranger XD 1500, which offers 110 hp.
Ranger SP 570 against the Mule 4000, Viking and Pioneer 700-4
The Ranger SP 570 sits between Kawasaki's cheaper Mule 4000 at $10,199 and Yamaha's Viking EPS at $14,299. Its listed weight of an estimated 1,168 lb dry is the lowest of the group, and its 44 hp is a modest output.
Polaris Ranger SP 570 trims compared: Polaris Ranger SP 570 NorthStar Edition
The two SP 570 trims differ in the cab. The NorthStar Edition adds a cab, and Dirt Wheels estimates that the NorthStar package adds about 300 lb to the vehicle, which you can feel in the horsepower department. Outdoor Life found the window fully defrosted and the cab toasty on opening day of deer season.
The base SP 570 is the lighter, cheaper open-cab machine.
From SP 570 to the 2027 Ranger 600
Polaris identifies Ranger 600 as the renamed SP 570, with no significant change in engine displacement, horsepower or performance. Its 2027 page lists 44 hp, a 56-inch width and a 500 lb cargo-box limit. These are mid-size Ranger figures.
The 2027 base MSRP is $11,999, with $1,145 destination listed separately. Price a specific year and trim before comparing a used SP 570 with a new 600; the name change does not make their equipment or purchase prices identical. Polaris Ranger 600 specifications and rename explanation.
Polaris · Utility
The 2026 Polaris Ranger SP 570 is a 567cc, 44 hp utility side-by-side with a 500 lb dump box, a 1,500 lb tow rating, 11 in of ground clearance and a 12.6 ft turning radius. The base machine costs $11,999 plus $1,095 destination, and the NorthStar Edition, costs $19,899.
It is a comfortable two-seat utility Ranger for hunting, chores and trail use, and reviewers agree it does not offer a lot of power or top speed.
2026 Polaris Ranger SP 570 specifications and price
Polaris Ranger SP 570 against Polaris Ranger SP 570 NorthStar Edition: the specs that differ.
- Front tire
- 25 x 8-12; Carlstar; 25 x 8-12; Pro Armor x Terrain.
- Rear tire
- 25 x 10-12; Carlstar; 25 x 10-12; Pro Armor x Terrain.
- Vehicle protection
- Steel front bumper with integrated winch mount; Full-coverage steel front bumper with integrated winch and plow mounts.
- Model-year range
- 2025–2026
- Compared editions
- 2
- Specification entries
- 28
- Entries that differ
- 7
- Drive System Type
- On-Demand True AWD/2WD/VersaTrac Turf Mode; Selectable on-demand all-wheel drive, AWD/2WD/VersaTrac Turf Mode.
2026 Polaris Ranger SP 570 questions
How much power does the Polaris Ranger SP 570 have?
44 hp from a 567cc single. Outdoor Life says it does not bring a lot of power or top-end speed. Dirt Wheels notes the NorthStar package adds about 300 lb, which reduces performance further.
Is the Ranger SP 570 NorthStar Edition worth the extra money?
It costs $19,899 against $11,999 and adds the NorthStar cab package. A hunter or a driver in cold weather will value the cab, and an owner in a mild climate can save $7,900.
Other models in this reference: Polaris Ranger XD 1500 NorthStar, Polaris Ranger 500.