new polaris xpedition blurs the lines between automobile and sidE-by-side

he most buzz worthy vehicle in the off-road space this summer is without question the new Polaris XPEDITION, a new generation of side-by-side that pushes traditional boundaries with more automotive levels of comfort, convenience, and capability. Designed with a host of standard features and optional configurations to accommodate the greatest range of outdoor pursuits and, Polaris is boldly proclaiming the XPEDITION the most adaptable, comfortable, and capable adventure machine on the market.

“In light of the incredible growth of the adventure segment, we decided to dramatically change the game with a vehicle that takes no cues from predecessors and leads the way for an entirely new side-by-side experience,” said Reid Wilson, Vice President, Polaris Off Road Recreation. “Our goal was to bridge the worlds of traditional side-by-sides and overlanding with a vehicle that allows the most passionate adventurers to go farther and deeper than ever and discover totally new destinations and experiences.”

With the Polaris XPEDITION lineup, Polaris has created a new category of “adventure side-by-sides” – vehicles designed to enable and elevate the broadest range of specific outdoor pastimes and pursuits. To date the driving experience has defined most side-by-side vehicles and has been the predominant focus of design and development. Conversely, with utility side-by-sides, the emphasis has been on workoriented benefits. With Polaris XPEDITION, Polaris’ design and development efforts were focused on elevating outdoor adventure, delivering a level of adaptability, comfort, and capability to go farther, allowing enthusiasts to explore the outdoors in new ways.

“We identified a definitive opportunity in the market around outdoor adventure and an increasing number of consumers pursuing outdoor experiences, from the more traditional things like camping, hiking, hunting and fishing, to more sportoriented, athletic pursuits like mountain biking or kayaking,” said Steve Menneto, President, Polaris Off Road. “We are