After a decade on the market, the three-wheeled, open-air, two-seat Polaris Slingshot is getting some significant changes. The focus is largely on its Batmobile-esque looks, along with its high-revving powertrain and suspension tuning.
Each of the four models of the 2025 Polaris Slingshot will have design changes.
These begin with a slightly softened front end and some changes to components such as headlight bezels. The entry-point S model is where these features will be noticed the most, as the other models largely cover them with added graphics and paint options. Changes to those other models include lower accent lights on the SLR model and a new lower splitter on the top-end R model.
All Slingshot models will see powertrain changes that increase horsepower slightly and broaden the torque curve to deliver better acceleration. The AutoDrive transmission has been retuned to accept these changes and to smooth out the ride. This is a good thing, as clunky shifts were one of our complaints when reviewing the Slingshot in previous model years.
Suspension tuning on the 2025 Slingshot has been tweaked to improve handling and add confidence. This upgrade adds an inch (2.5 cm) of ground clearance on all but the R model, giving more maneuverability and clearance for everyday driving.
The audio options for the new Slingshot now include larger eight-inch speakers in the left and right interior panels. These are designed to counteract road and vehicle noise by adding more volume and bass. This new Rockford Fosgate Stage 2 Max Audio Package is now also available as an upgrade on 2021 and newer Polaris Slingshot vehicles
A new keyfob, gas cap tether, and security improvements are among the other changes included in this year's model.
Starting price for the 2025 Polaris Slingshot is US$24,999 plus delivery. Both manual and automatic transmissions are available.
Source: Polaris
