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2008 Polaris Ranger Rzr |
Polaris' Ranger Rzr, better known as the Razor, has shaken the UTV market to its foundations. The undeniable market impact of the Razor is comparable to the revolution that Yamaha started with the Rhino a couple of years ago. The Razor's great acceleration, very low center of gravity, and edgy styling have created an entirely new UTV niche. The Razor has a Polaris-designed 760cc fuel-injected twin cylinder engine that creates palpable g-force. Polaris harnesses the power of this engine with the cvt-style transmission that they introduced to the ATV industry in the 1980s. The Razor sports 10" of ground clearance and switchable all-wheel-drive for getting through nasty terrain. There is independent suspension in the front, and an independent suspension with a sway bar soaks up trail chatter in the back. The Razor also has some very good utility features including a cargo box with a number of tie-down points and a 300 pound payload. The towing capacity is 1,500 Lbs. With a top speed of 55 miles per hour, bucket seats and three-point restraints, the fun capacity is almost unlimited.Other highlights in Polaris' extensive Ranger platform include the Ranger XP that is powered by a 683cc fuel-injected two-cylinder mill. The XP has a 2,000 Lb. towing capacity and a top speed of 50 mph. There is bench seating with room for three and the rear differential can be unlocked for easy, low-impact turning on grass. Polaris' Ranger Crew has two bench seats, and Ranger 500s are lower in price but still have a long list of standard features. To learn more about Ranger UTVs visit www.polarisind.com.
reviewed by: Gary Gustafson [2008 UTV roundup]