Polaris Sportsman 850 SP vs Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS (2017)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Polaris Sportsman 850 SPstacks up against the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Polaris Sportsman 850 SP | Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2017 | 2011 |
| Price | $10,299 | $9,999 |
| Engine | 850 cc | 850 cc |
| Horsepower | 78 hp | 70 hp |
| Weight | 349 kg | 355 kg |
| Seat height | 37 mm | 37 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 5.3 L | 4.5 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Expanding brake (drum brake) |
| Tires | 26/8-14 / 26/10-14 | 26/8-14 / 26/10-14 |
Polaris Sportsman 850 SP vs Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS — which should you buy?
Picking between the Polaris Sportsman 850 SP and the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Polaris Sportsman 850 SP brings 78 hp in a 349 kg package, while the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS counters with 70 hp at 355 kg. On price, the Polaris Sportsman XP 850 EPS has the lower MSRP.
Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: