{
  "id": 121582,
  "title": "Polaris Just Turbocharged the RZR Pro R to 275 HP - and Reinvented How a CVT Works",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/polaris-just-turbocharged-the-rzr-pro-r-to-275-hp-and-reinvented-how",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-04T08:08:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/polaris-just-turbocharged-the-rzr-pro-r-to-275-hp-and-reinvented-how-a-cvt-works-12280647"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Polaris has unveiled two major updates to its 2027 lineup: a turbocharged RZR Pro R and an Xpedition with a reengineered CVT system. The Xpedition, known for its enclosed, climate-controlled design, now features NUMATIX, an in-house developed pneumatic CVT system that aims to reduce noise and improve acceleration. This system, which adds about 25-30 pounds to the vehicle's weight, includes an air compressor, a small tank, and a pneumatic valve block, and can be adjusted dynamically through three drive modes. NUMATIX allows the engine to run at lower RPMs during cruising, resulting in a 40% reduction in noise. The Xpedition will come with an air chuck for tire inflation and a portable water tank, marking another industry first. The turbocharged RZR Pro R, on the other hand, boasts a 275 horsepower output from its naturally aspirated 2.0-liter ProStar Fury four-cylinder engine, a 22% increase over the previous model. This boost in power comes with a forward-rearward radiator redesign, a front-mounted liquid-air intercooler, and a stronger front differential to handle the additional power. The Pro R Boost is available in two- and four-seat configurations and starts at $49,999, with dealer shipments beginning in November 2026. Polaris aims to position the Pro R Boost as the fastest production side-by-side on the market.",
  "summary": "Polaris’ 2027 lineup pairs a 275-hp RZR Pro R Boost with a quieter, quicker Xpedition featuring an industry-first pneumatic CVT.",
  "key_points": [
    "Polaris introduces turbocharged RZR Pro R with 275 HP",
    "Xpedition features NUMATIX pneumatic CVT system",
    "Turbo RZR Pro R available in two- and four-seat versions"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}