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GENERAL 1000 Sport
Starting at $16,999 US MSRP

The easiest way to get into a premier Crossover side-by-side. GENERAL SPORT beats every competitor in performance, comfort and utility, even as the entry point in our industry-leading lineup.

2019 Polaris GENERAL® 1000 White Lightning is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 711.
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Hunter edition general I bought this six months ago, overall somewhat disappointed. The engine had a large oil leak when used in cold weather (possible breather froze and pressured) that did go away after dealer could find no issue. The handles on the full doors are not good, broke driver side handle on the outside of the door after two months with no abuse. This caused me to keep the window open to open the door resulting in the window bracket hitting the seatbelt mount inside the cab and breaking also. The rear window panel release for cab doors hits the seatbelt mount when you shut the door which makes it more difficult to latch the door. Just a bad spot to make the shoulder mount on seatbelt in the same location that the window latch needs to be at when you shut the door. Happy with the suspension, ride, and steering.
Date published: 2018-06-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great rig but not with Polaris tip-up windshield. I love the machine. It has power up the wazoo. the seats are comfortable. Before I picked it up, they installed the high dollar glass windshield and rear window. Shortly after getting it home, the windshield started to show cracks at two different mounting spots. This is with no offroading at all. Just temperature changes. Not getting anywhere with Polaris warranty.
Date published: 2019-02-26
Rated 4 out of 5 by from The good and the bag I bought the general 1000 the beginning of this year. I also drove the can Am commander driving the two side by side the general was a clear winner. The power of the general is clean and potent the suspension is good but more work than hard play ground clearance is good stock tiers perform exselent seating is comfortable. Plastic on body dose not a line well lots of openings that need protection to keep mud and rocks from damaging critical parts like the battery, fule tank and radiator. Over all an exselent machine but for the money should not need to buy extra protection for basic things like battery, fule tank and radiator.
Date published: 2019-05-29
Rated 1 out of 5 by from polaris general with ride command I've only got a half a tank of fuel ran thru it since I bought it in feb. right off the showroom floor the screen for the ride command wouldn't light up, at all. Should have been a clue. They think they have it fixed this time. HERES HOPING. The stereo does not recognize my ipod in Bluetooth or hooked to the usb port also has no aux port for my serius radio. Needs more clearance the one ride I went on it hit the bottom so many times my grandson said I think we better stop an see if we still have a muffler. He's 6 an we were in a 2 seater. Very disapointed
Date published: 2019-05-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Hoo Rah Almost perfect! Unit has plenty of power, ride is very good, seats are very comfortable. My only complaints is the roof doesn't go out even or past the doors, so when it rains it will still come in on you. I would like to see either a molded drip rail that would extend out even with the doors or a wider roof with drip rail built in. And my other issue is the fenders, they are practically useless as far as keeping mud and wet limerock etc from spraying all over the sides and in the cab.
Date published: 2019-01-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine I’ve had it out just about every weekend for the last two months. Coming from owning a 2014 can am maverick this is a change but I needed a bed Keeps up in trails with other sxs on the market and the rzrs. Yard work the bed really comes in handy for gravel and firewood. Comfortable seats. Doors are an add plus. Corner is okay. Wish there was a selectable power steering like can am has. Drain plugs on the floor fall out easy. You will lose those first. The knock noise as it goes into gear before you press the gas is louder than I’d like but overall it’s a nice machine. I would recommend and have to friends and family
Date published: 2019-09-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Polaris General Flaws I purchased a Polaris General and on my first excursion - just a little trail ride for a wiener roast up in the mountains. A stick or rock kicked up and broke the drivers side front inner fender as they are just made of plastic. Replacing this is a very long and tedious effort for the average person. Took me about 15 hours, that is with some help and it is definitely a two person job in some spots. Worse than that there is no after market safety shield to add which makes me even angrier, also I completed the new purchase survey that Polaris sent me and was very up front about this, so much so I thought someone would contact me. I have not been contacted because this is in my opinion a serious safety flaw.
Date published: 2020-01-27
Rated 3 out of 5 by from It is a nice feature I have it about 3 months & started using & trying to learn the whole system. I wish it would work with some of the other systems so it could be used like for the Onx map system to work together. Mine has some issues because it won't keep the mapping that start recording. Keeps deleting, The stereo keeps rising the volume but won't go back down when you let the engine idle back down. Keeps deleting my waypoints
Date published: 2018-12-07
Rated 4 out of 5 by from General I bought this 2 months ago. Got the new automatic plow package and heater. The plow system doesn't fit right to activate the kickstand and was told I had to remove the front brush guard. Well that's not going to happen because the installation schematics all show the front brush guard on the machine. The heater works for a day at a time. The fuse was replaced once by the dealer. Brought it home in working order. 3 days later we got some snow so I fired up the General to do some plowing and the heater wasn't working again.
Date published: 2020-01-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best of both worlds I bought this unit because of the capabilities of work and play but have extremely enjoyed the trail riding capabilities it possesses on the trails with the load it can handle. I have been impressed with the power and the ride is comfortable in the seats. My wife and I have enjoyed our time together in our General. Price point is a little steep but I understand why. Overall I have been pleased with this unit. I am a little unhappy about the plastics on the machine not fitting together in some places but what can you do.
Date published: 2019-01-11
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great ride, missing attention to detail I have had the bike about 3 months now and pleased overall with the ride, comfort and performance. What I have not liked was the minor issues I have been having, for example; The door don't fit right and rattle all the time, the dump box is the same. The shift indicator came off when away on a long run and could only drive in low, replaced a $2 clip and was back in business. When assembled at the dealership not all bolts were tight and had to torque all the bolts. The belt also made a lot of clunking noise, not sure if this is because of break in but sounds ruff.
Date published: 2019-11-26
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Mediocre This Polaris continues to exhibit poor fit and finish on the body panels and the seats (upholstery is sub par) -The doors rattle and there are a lot of other creeks and rattles coming from the chassis. Parts are too expensive and I believe the completion is going to win out. In addition the stereo will not allow a blue tooth connection to our I pod . Over all the unit is below average in my opinion. ALSO _ the wheel wells are dirt traps - why these areas do not have a liner and larger wheel flares is beyond be - the unit slings mud and water everywhere instead of deflecting it away fro the passenger compartment
Date published: 2019-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Awesome My second side by side and supper happy with it, my only issue is on the ride command system, the GPS doesn't have off road maps or topo maps available. Why have a off road vehicle and not have off road mapping
Date published: 2018-08-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Josh beitel This is an amazing machine I have owned multiple side by sides and nothing compares to this machine There are few features that need addressed: The speaker that is mounted has no bass so everything you listen to is high pitch which is very frustrating The drain caps in the floor I have 2 of them that pop out regularly when I have guesses riding with boots I am using this machine to hunt and travel from spot to spot When u hit water and it comes up thru a drain plug hole that’s frustrating I love the power great versatility for this hybrid machine
Date published: 2019-01-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice Ride, overheats if in mud We bought this in April, took it for a trail ride, ran smooth until we went thru mud and sand. Since then we have brought it in twice to be cleaned because it keeps overheating!
Date published: 2018-07-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from power, traction and handling super My cousin and I bought a pair of these about two months ago and we are glad we did. I hoped it would deliver the Polaris reliability and so far so good. Haven't put enough hours on it yet to give it a good review but I really like it so far. One thing I can say is that it climbs better than my polaris 800 sportsman quad. These things are unbelievable. The bed is large enough that we can store all of our gear for a day ride without problem. The EPS steering is the only way to go on these.
Date published: 2020-02-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good machine overall. Bought a 2020 general 1000 EPS deluxe. This is my first SxS. Overall I am pleased. I do not have the 12 inches of ground clearance that is advertised, more like 10 1/2. I can clear most obstacles that I am encountering. The ride is great and more than enough power. It does have a lot of rattles but I am finding most and eliminating them. Mostly doors and brakes. Very comfortable interior. The vehicle came with the front end out of alignment, will have dealer look at it. Added some nice accessories. Fender flares are a must. the Polaris flares installed easily and do a great job and fit and look great.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic!! My wife and I bought the General to replace our 800 XP Ranger. Our Ranger was a 2010 model and served us very well. We wanted to get something that was more trail friendly on longer rides, but still offered us the utility use around our property. When we first took it out on a short ride we notice that the ride was much smoother and the power was awesome!! The color we picked set it apart from most UTV's in our area. We had a heater and stereo installed when we made our purchase and both have made a big difference. The heater works well and to best sum it up a warm and happy wife makes for a happy husband. The power and comfort of this machine has everything I was looking for and more in our upgrade. I wish that I would have upgraded sooner.
Date published: 2019-10-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Love the bike. Not the Polaris Company Love my bike but Polaris warranty isnt worth a ”flip”!! Water got in the clutch housing and long story short I needed a new clutch and belt. They wouldn’t warranty it because of the water that got in it. What are these bikes made for?? To sit in the garage or be used. Why not make the housing for the belt actually seal worth a “flip” so water couldn’t get in so easily. Y’all make it so it don’t deal up properly and then don’t cover it if water gets inside.
Date published: 2020-06-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Everything we wanted We actually went into the dealer with the intent of buying two Sportsman ATV's. I had wanted to get a Ranger for some time and we both were not keen on the RZR because it just seemed only trail focused. My girlfriend saw the general and jumped right into the drivers seat. So as they say the rest is history, we went home with the General that day. We love it for the trails. For working around the property. I am looking forward for Ice Fishing season to start. I will eventually put tracks on it for winter time use.
Date published: 2020-07-20
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Reverse headlight and winch switch location Please As a lot of the trails we run at night have buggies going both ways, the need to switch from highly to low beams often is real. Getting my hand down between the small space between the door and steering wheel while moving can be tricky. Moving the witch rocker to the left of the wheel makes more sense as we don’t use that while moving and the head light will then be with the other rocker switches so we can power down the other lights all in the same place/motion. Off not that, then Don’t wrap the harness in such a way that we can’t relocate ourselves. Please find a better air intake solution/location than above the wheel on the side! Most of us don’t drive straight up rivers, we need to cross them, so having the air intake broadside to the current seems silly. My RZR has it between the seats at shoulder height. So the General is supposedly the best of both worlds, it missed the common sense of air intake and rocker switch location. In the accessories area, please come out with a full door solution with a real window solution. Your option now wants me to fold the window forward. Anyone who rides wooded trails will figure out quickly that the window will trap branches and be torn off in short order. Real storage options in the cab please! I don’t baby my General and it hasn’t let me down yet, just need to address the fit and finish issues so I don’t regret not gonna with the CanAm.
Date published: 2018-06-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Have now owned our General for about 4 months, it is simply the best side by side I’ve ever used. Capable of all mud, trails, and use around camp that we have tried. On the recent Lewis County Buck Run I pulled two other ATVs out that we’re stuck after running circles around them in the muck. It throws you back in the seat when you floor it and goes up and down every angle we have tried. My 14 year old step-daughter handles it with ease. If I had one complaint it would be the number of small areas all around the bottom and back that simply fill with mud and are obnoxious to clean.
Date published: 2018-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Value! Got this for a great price. There isn't a place I can't take it here in Arizona, from the desert low lands to mountain trails with snow. Fast, steady and solid. Perfect for trail rides and hunting.
Date published: 2021-02-13
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this side by side! My husband purchased this for me for mother’s day and we both completely agree that it’s was the best fit for everything we wanted. I love that the full high doors come stock, love all of the accessory options. We have 3 kids so we opted for a bench seat in the back and it’s so nice to have them harnessed up! Surprising to me we’ve actually used the gps quite a bit riding out on forest service land to see where different trails end up and finding new ways back to the truck. We love the sound bar and it was a big selling point for us! Love this machine and would definitely recommend
Date published: 2019-08-12
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Ok machine doors suck I bought the General 8 months ago. Fairly happy, constantly have to adjust the doors where we can ether get into or out for the cab. Wish the dump was easier to close.
Date published: 2018-08-14
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Poor quality Within 2 weeks of buying a new unit the front axle broke. Polaris covered it but it was still in the shop for 2 weeks. Now one side of tailgate doesn’t latch and high beam switch won’t stay on. The unit has 20 hours on it and we only ride around on our 150 acres and don’t ride hard. For 24k it’s not worth the money.
Date published: 2019-08-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Rugged and Sporty! I initially resisted the idea of going to a General because I liked the trail manners and over all capability of my RZR Trail 50". Then I drove my cousin's new General and was so impressed with it's handling, fit and finish, and power to weight I knew I wanted one. Before I even had a chance to comment to my wife ( who was riding with shotgun) she turned to me and said" We have got to get one of these!" So, pretending she had to twist my arm, we made the switch and I couldn't be happier!.
Date published: 2020-08-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from GPS Purchased in December as of June have 400 miles on it, drivers door wont open from out side having issues with bearings going bad.
Date published: 2018-06-21
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Happy with purchase Happy with everything but the fit of the plastic body panels. ( doors separating and panels on dump bed separated)
Date published: 2018-12-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from We Upgraded Our Ride My wife and I have been riding Can Am’s for the past 10+ years. Two months ago our son talked us into updating our rides to a side-by-side. We looked at all the brands starting with the Can Am’s and found the Polaris General the eases to get in and out of with the best ride and power. We made it street legal and soon it became our go to ride for around town. We added a home made head liner with some sound proofing to the back fire wall. Now it’s a real nice ride. Our friends who have other brands say our ride is so much better, the next one they are getting will be a Polaris.
Date published: 2019-09-05
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Reviews

GENERAL 1000 Premium
Starting at $19,999 US MSRP

Equipped with more sport performance and versatility straight from the factory. Added features include 27” Maxxis Coronado tires with 14" rally wheel, high-intensity LED headlights, low-profile sport bumper, and recovery-ready pulling power of the 4,500-LB Polaris HD Plus winch.

2019 Polaris GENERAL® 1000 Premium Havasu Red Pearl is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 711.
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Hunter edition general I bought this six months ago, overall somewhat disappointed. The engine had a large oil leak when used in cold weather (possible breather froze and pressured) that did go away after dealer could find no issue. The handles on the full doors are not good, broke driver side handle on the outside of the door after two months with no abuse. This caused me to keep the window open to open the door resulting in the window bracket hitting the seatbelt mount inside the cab and breaking also. The rear window panel release for cab doors hits the seatbelt mount when you shut the door which makes it more difficult to latch the door. Just a bad spot to make the shoulder mount on seatbelt in the same location that the window latch needs to be at when you shut the door. Happy with the suspension, ride, and steering.
Date published: 2018-06-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great rig but not with Polaris tip-up windshield. I love the machine. It has power up the wazoo. the seats are comfortable. Before I picked it up, they installed the high dollar glass windshield and rear window. Shortly after getting it home, the windshield started to show cracks at two different mounting spots. This is with no offroading at all. Just temperature changes. Not getting anywhere with Polaris warranty.
Date published: 2019-02-26
Rated 4 out of 5 by from The good and the bag I bought the general 1000 the beginning of this year. I also drove the can Am commander driving the two side by side the general was a clear winner. The power of the general is clean and potent the suspension is good but more work than hard play ground clearance is good stock tiers perform exselent seating is comfortable. Plastic on body dose not a line well lots of openings that need protection to keep mud and rocks from damaging critical parts like the battery, fule tank and radiator. Over all an exselent machine but for the money should not need to buy extra protection for basic things like battery, fule tank and radiator.
Date published: 2019-05-29
Rated 1 out of 5 by from polaris general with ride command I've only got a half a tank of fuel ran thru it since I bought it in feb. right off the showroom floor the screen for the ride command wouldn't light up, at all. Should have been a clue. They think they have it fixed this time. HERES HOPING. The stereo does not recognize my ipod in Bluetooth or hooked to the usb port also has no aux port for my serius radio. Needs more clearance the one ride I went on it hit the bottom so many times my grandson said I think we better stop an see if we still have a muffler. He's 6 an we were in a 2 seater. Very disapointed
Date published: 2019-05-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Hoo Rah Almost perfect! Unit has plenty of power, ride is very good, seats are very comfortable. My only complaints is the roof doesn't go out even or past the doors, so when it rains it will still come in on you. I would like to see either a molded drip rail that would extend out even with the doors or a wider roof with drip rail built in. And my other issue is the fenders, they are practically useless as far as keeping mud and wet limerock etc from spraying all over the sides and in the cab.
Date published: 2019-01-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine I’ve had it out just about every weekend for the last two months. Coming from owning a 2014 can am maverick this is a change but I needed a bed Keeps up in trails with other sxs on the market and the rzrs. Yard work the bed really comes in handy for gravel and firewood. Comfortable seats. Doors are an add plus. Corner is okay. Wish there was a selectable power steering like can am has. Drain plugs on the floor fall out easy. You will lose those first. The knock noise as it goes into gear before you press the gas is louder than I’d like but overall it’s a nice machine. I would recommend and have to friends and family
Date published: 2019-09-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Polaris General Flaws I purchased a Polaris General and on my first excursion - just a little trail ride for a wiener roast up in the mountains. A stick or rock kicked up and broke the drivers side front inner fender as they are just made of plastic. Replacing this is a very long and tedious effort for the average person. Took me about 15 hours, that is with some help and it is definitely a two person job in some spots. Worse than that there is no after market safety shield to add which makes me even angrier, also I completed the new purchase survey that Polaris sent me and was very up front about this, so much so I thought someone would contact me. I have not been contacted because this is in my opinion a serious safety flaw.
Date published: 2020-01-27
Rated 3 out of 5 by from It is a nice feature I have it about 3 months & started using & trying to learn the whole system. I wish it would work with some of the other systems so it could be used like for the Onx map system to work together. Mine has some issues because it won't keep the mapping that start recording. Keeps deleting, The stereo keeps rising the volume but won't go back down when you let the engine idle back down. Keeps deleting my waypoints
Date published: 2018-12-07
Rated 4 out of 5 by from General I bought this 2 months ago. Got the new automatic plow package and heater. The plow system doesn't fit right to activate the kickstand and was told I had to remove the front brush guard. Well that's not going to happen because the installation schematics all show the front brush guard on the machine. The heater works for a day at a time. The fuse was replaced once by the dealer. Brought it home in working order. 3 days later we got some snow so I fired up the General to do some plowing and the heater wasn't working again.
Date published: 2020-01-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best of both worlds I bought this unit because of the capabilities of work and play but have extremely enjoyed the trail riding capabilities it possesses on the trails with the load it can handle. I have been impressed with the power and the ride is comfortable in the seats. My wife and I have enjoyed our time together in our General. Price point is a little steep but I understand why. Overall I have been pleased with this unit. I am a little unhappy about the plastics on the machine not fitting together in some places but what can you do.
Date published: 2019-01-11
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great ride, missing attention to detail I have had the bike about 3 months now and pleased overall with the ride, comfort and performance. What I have not liked was the minor issues I have been having, for example; The door don't fit right and rattle all the time, the dump box is the same. The shift indicator came off when away on a long run and could only drive in low, replaced a $2 clip and was back in business. When assembled at the dealership not all bolts were tight and had to torque all the bolts. The belt also made a lot of clunking noise, not sure if this is because of break in but sounds ruff.
Date published: 2019-11-26
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Mediocre This Polaris continues to exhibit poor fit and finish on the body panels and the seats (upholstery is sub par) -The doors rattle and there are a lot of other creeks and rattles coming from the chassis. Parts are too expensive and I believe the completion is going to win out. In addition the stereo will not allow a blue tooth connection to our I pod . Over all the unit is below average in my opinion. ALSO _ the wheel wells are dirt traps - why these areas do not have a liner and larger wheel flares is beyond be - the unit slings mud and water everywhere instead of deflecting it away fro the passenger compartment
Date published: 2019-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Awesome My second side by side and supper happy with it, my only issue is on the ride command system, the GPS doesn't have off road maps or topo maps available. Why have a off road vehicle and not have off road mapping
Date published: 2018-08-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Josh beitel This is an amazing machine I have owned multiple side by sides and nothing compares to this machine There are few features that need addressed: The speaker that is mounted has no bass so everything you listen to is high pitch which is very frustrating The drain caps in the floor I have 2 of them that pop out regularly when I have guesses riding with boots I am using this machine to hunt and travel from spot to spot When u hit water and it comes up thru a drain plug hole that’s frustrating I love the power great versatility for this hybrid machine
Date published: 2019-01-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice Ride, overheats if in mud We bought this in April, took it for a trail ride, ran smooth until we went thru mud and sand. Since then we have brought it in twice to be cleaned because it keeps overheating!
Date published: 2018-07-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from power, traction and handling super My cousin and I bought a pair of these about two months ago and we are glad we did. I hoped it would deliver the Polaris reliability and so far so good. Haven't put enough hours on it yet to give it a good review but I really like it so far. One thing I can say is that it climbs better than my polaris 800 sportsman quad. These things are unbelievable. The bed is large enough that we can store all of our gear for a day ride without problem. The EPS steering is the only way to go on these.
Date published: 2020-02-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good machine overall. Bought a 2020 general 1000 EPS deluxe. This is my first SxS. Overall I am pleased. I do not have the 12 inches of ground clearance that is advertised, more like 10 1/2. I can clear most obstacles that I am encountering. The ride is great and more than enough power. It does have a lot of rattles but I am finding most and eliminating them. Mostly doors and brakes. Very comfortable interior. The vehicle came with the front end out of alignment, will have dealer look at it. Added some nice accessories. Fender flares are a must. the Polaris flares installed easily and do a great job and fit and look great.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic!! My wife and I bought the General to replace our 800 XP Ranger. Our Ranger was a 2010 model and served us very well. We wanted to get something that was more trail friendly on longer rides, but still offered us the utility use around our property. When we first took it out on a short ride we notice that the ride was much smoother and the power was awesome!! The color we picked set it apart from most UTV's in our area. We had a heater and stereo installed when we made our purchase and both have made a big difference. The heater works well and to best sum it up a warm and happy wife makes for a happy husband. The power and comfort of this machine has everything I was looking for and more in our upgrade. I wish that I would have upgraded sooner.
Date published: 2019-10-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Love the bike. Not the Polaris Company Love my bike but Polaris warranty isnt worth a ”flip”!! Water got in the clutch housing and long story short I needed a new clutch and belt. They wouldn’t warranty it because of the water that got in it. What are these bikes made for?? To sit in the garage or be used. Why not make the housing for the belt actually seal worth a “flip” so water couldn’t get in so easily. Y’all make it so it don’t deal up properly and then don’t cover it if water gets inside.
Date published: 2020-06-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Everything we wanted We actually went into the dealer with the intent of buying two Sportsman ATV's. I had wanted to get a Ranger for some time and we both were not keen on the RZR because it just seemed only trail focused. My girlfriend saw the general and jumped right into the drivers seat. So as they say the rest is history, we went home with the General that day. We love it for the trails. For working around the property. I am looking forward for Ice Fishing season to start. I will eventually put tracks on it for winter time use.
Date published: 2020-07-20
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Reverse headlight and winch switch location Please As a lot of the trails we run at night have buggies going both ways, the need to switch from highly to low beams often is real. Getting my hand down between the small space between the door and steering wheel while moving can be tricky. Moving the witch rocker to the left of the wheel makes more sense as we don’t use that while moving and the head light will then be with the other rocker switches so we can power down the other lights all in the same place/motion. Off not that, then Don’t wrap the harness in such a way that we can’t relocate ourselves. Please find a better air intake solution/location than above the wheel on the side! Most of us don’t drive straight up rivers, we need to cross them, so having the air intake broadside to the current seems silly. My RZR has it between the seats at shoulder height. So the General is supposedly the best of both worlds, it missed the common sense of air intake and rocker switch location. In the accessories area, please come out with a full door solution with a real window solution. Your option now wants me to fold the window forward. Anyone who rides wooded trails will figure out quickly that the window will trap branches and be torn off in short order. Real storage options in the cab please! I don’t baby my General and it hasn’t let me down yet, just need to address the fit and finish issues so I don’t regret not gonna with the CanAm.
Date published: 2018-06-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Have now owned our General for about 4 months, it is simply the best side by side I’ve ever used. Capable of all mud, trails, and use around camp that we have tried. On the recent Lewis County Buck Run I pulled two other ATVs out that we’re stuck after running circles around them in the muck. It throws you back in the seat when you floor it and goes up and down every angle we have tried. My 14 year old step-daughter handles it with ease. If I had one complaint it would be the number of small areas all around the bottom and back that simply fill with mud and are obnoxious to clean.
Date published: 2018-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Value! Got this for a great price. There isn't a place I can't take it here in Arizona, from the desert low lands to mountain trails with snow. Fast, steady and solid. Perfect for trail rides and hunting.
Date published: 2021-02-13
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this side by side! My husband purchased this for me for mother’s day and we both completely agree that it’s was the best fit for everything we wanted. I love that the full high doors come stock, love all of the accessory options. We have 3 kids so we opted for a bench seat in the back and it’s so nice to have them harnessed up! Surprising to me we’ve actually used the gps quite a bit riding out on forest service land to see where different trails end up and finding new ways back to the truck. We love the sound bar and it was a big selling point for us! Love this machine and would definitely recommend
Date published: 2019-08-12
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Ok machine doors suck I bought the General 8 months ago. Fairly happy, constantly have to adjust the doors where we can ether get into or out for the cab. Wish the dump was easier to close.
Date published: 2018-08-14
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Poor quality Within 2 weeks of buying a new unit the front axle broke. Polaris covered it but it was still in the shop for 2 weeks. Now one side of tailgate doesn’t latch and high beam switch won’t stay on. The unit has 20 hours on it and we only ride around on our 150 acres and don’t ride hard. For 24k it’s not worth the money.
Date published: 2019-08-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Rugged and Sporty! I initially resisted the idea of going to a General because I liked the trail manners and over all capability of my RZR Trail 50". Then I drove my cousin's new General and was so impressed with it's handling, fit and finish, and power to weight I knew I wanted one. Before I even had a chance to comment to my wife ( who was riding with shotgun) she turned to me and said" We have got to get one of these!" So, pretending she had to twist my arm, we made the switch and I couldn't be happier!.
Date published: 2020-08-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from GPS Purchased in December as of June have 400 miles on it, drivers door wont open from out side having issues with bearings going bad.
Date published: 2018-06-21
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Happy with purchase Happy with everything but the fit of the plastic body panels. ( doors separating and panels on dump bed separated)
Date published: 2018-12-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from We Upgraded Our Ride My wife and I have been riding Can Am’s for the past 10+ years. Two months ago our son talked us into updating our rides to a side-by-side. We looked at all the brands starting with the Can Am’s and found the Polaris General the eases to get in and out of with the best ride and power. We made it street legal and soon it became our go to ride for around town. We added a home made head liner with some sound proofing to the back fire wall. Now it’s a real nice ride. Our friends who have other brands say our ride is so much better, the next one they are getting will be a Polaris.
Date published: 2019-09-05
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GENERAL 1000 Deluxe
Starting at $22,999 US MSRP

For those who want to go all-in on adventure. Upgrades include poly sport roof, smooth riding and easily adjustable FOX® 2.0 Podium shocks, convex rear-view mirror and an exclusive Rockford Fosgate® audio system tuned for off-road adventure.

2019 Polaris GENERAL® 1000 Deluxe Orange Rust is rated 4.5 out of 5 by 711.
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Hunter edition general I bought this six months ago, overall somewhat disappointed. The engine had a large oil leak when used in cold weather (possible breather froze and pressured) that did go away after dealer could find no issue. The handles on the full doors are not good, broke driver side handle on the outside of the door after two months with no abuse. This caused me to keep the window open to open the door resulting in the window bracket hitting the seatbelt mount inside the cab and breaking also. The rear window panel release for cab doors hits the seatbelt mount when you shut the door which makes it more difficult to latch the door. Just a bad spot to make the shoulder mount on seatbelt in the same location that the window latch needs to be at when you shut the door. Happy with the suspension, ride, and steering.
Date published: 2018-06-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great rig but not with Polaris tip-up windshield. I love the machine. It has power up the wazoo. the seats are comfortable. Before I picked it up, they installed the high dollar glass windshield and rear window. Shortly after getting it home, the windshield started to show cracks at two different mounting spots. This is with no offroading at all. Just temperature changes. Not getting anywhere with Polaris warranty.
Date published: 2019-02-26
Rated 4 out of 5 by from The good and the bag I bought the general 1000 the beginning of this year. I also drove the can Am commander driving the two side by side the general was a clear winner. The power of the general is clean and potent the suspension is good but more work than hard play ground clearance is good stock tiers perform exselent seating is comfortable. Plastic on body dose not a line well lots of openings that need protection to keep mud and rocks from damaging critical parts like the battery, fule tank and radiator. Over all an exselent machine but for the money should not need to buy extra protection for basic things like battery, fule tank and radiator.
Date published: 2019-05-29
Rated 1 out of 5 by from polaris general with ride command I've only got a half a tank of fuel ran thru it since I bought it in feb. right off the showroom floor the screen for the ride command wouldn't light up, at all. Should have been a clue. They think they have it fixed this time. HERES HOPING. The stereo does not recognize my ipod in Bluetooth or hooked to the usb port also has no aux port for my serius radio. Needs more clearance the one ride I went on it hit the bottom so many times my grandson said I think we better stop an see if we still have a muffler. He's 6 an we were in a 2 seater. Very disapointed
Date published: 2019-05-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Hoo Rah Almost perfect! Unit has plenty of power, ride is very good, seats are very comfortable. My only complaints is the roof doesn't go out even or past the doors, so when it rains it will still come in on you. I would like to see either a molded drip rail that would extend out even with the doors or a wider roof with drip rail built in. And my other issue is the fenders, they are practically useless as far as keeping mud and wet limerock etc from spraying all over the sides and in the cab.
Date published: 2019-01-03
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine I’ve had it out just about every weekend for the last two months. Coming from owning a 2014 can am maverick this is a change but I needed a bed Keeps up in trails with other sxs on the market and the rzrs. Yard work the bed really comes in handy for gravel and firewood. Comfortable seats. Doors are an add plus. Corner is okay. Wish there was a selectable power steering like can am has. Drain plugs on the floor fall out easy. You will lose those first. The knock noise as it goes into gear before you press the gas is louder than I’d like but overall it’s a nice machine. I would recommend and have to friends and family
Date published: 2019-09-05
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Polaris General Flaws I purchased a Polaris General and on my first excursion - just a little trail ride for a wiener roast up in the mountains. A stick or rock kicked up and broke the drivers side front inner fender as they are just made of plastic. Replacing this is a very long and tedious effort for the average person. Took me about 15 hours, that is with some help and it is definitely a two person job in some spots. Worse than that there is no after market safety shield to add which makes me even angrier, also I completed the new purchase survey that Polaris sent me and was very up front about this, so much so I thought someone would contact me. I have not been contacted because this is in my opinion a serious safety flaw.
Date published: 2020-01-27
Rated 3 out of 5 by from It is a nice feature I have it about 3 months & started using & trying to learn the whole system. I wish it would work with some of the other systems so it could be used like for the Onx map system to work together. Mine has some issues because it won't keep the mapping that start recording. Keeps deleting, The stereo keeps rising the volume but won't go back down when you let the engine idle back down. Keeps deleting my waypoints
Date published: 2018-12-07
Rated 4 out of 5 by from General I bought this 2 months ago. Got the new automatic plow package and heater. The plow system doesn't fit right to activate the kickstand and was told I had to remove the front brush guard. Well that's not going to happen because the installation schematics all show the front brush guard on the machine. The heater works for a day at a time. The fuse was replaced once by the dealer. Brought it home in working order. 3 days later we got some snow so I fired up the General to do some plowing and the heater wasn't working again.
Date published: 2020-01-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best of both worlds I bought this unit because of the capabilities of work and play but have extremely enjoyed the trail riding capabilities it possesses on the trails with the load it can handle. I have been impressed with the power and the ride is comfortable in the seats. My wife and I have enjoyed our time together in our General. Price point is a little steep but I understand why. Overall I have been pleased with this unit. I am a little unhappy about the plastics on the machine not fitting together in some places but what can you do.
Date published: 2019-01-11
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Great ride, missing attention to detail I have had the bike about 3 months now and pleased overall with the ride, comfort and performance. What I have not liked was the minor issues I have been having, for example; The door don't fit right and rattle all the time, the dump box is the same. The shift indicator came off when away on a long run and could only drive in low, replaced a $2 clip and was back in business. When assembled at the dealership not all bolts were tight and had to torque all the bolts. The belt also made a lot of clunking noise, not sure if this is because of break in but sounds ruff.
Date published: 2019-11-26
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Mediocre This Polaris continues to exhibit poor fit and finish on the body panels and the seats (upholstery is sub par) -The doors rattle and there are a lot of other creeks and rattles coming from the chassis. Parts are too expensive and I believe the completion is going to win out. In addition the stereo will not allow a blue tooth connection to our I pod . Over all the unit is below average in my opinion. ALSO _ the wheel wells are dirt traps - why these areas do not have a liner and larger wheel flares is beyond be - the unit slings mud and water everywhere instead of deflecting it away fro the passenger compartment
Date published: 2019-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Awesome My second side by side and supper happy with it, my only issue is on the ride command system, the GPS doesn't have off road maps or topo maps available. Why have a off road vehicle and not have off road mapping
Date published: 2018-08-15
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Josh beitel This is an amazing machine I have owned multiple side by sides and nothing compares to this machine There are few features that need addressed: The speaker that is mounted has no bass so everything you listen to is high pitch which is very frustrating The drain caps in the floor I have 2 of them that pop out regularly when I have guesses riding with boots I am using this machine to hunt and travel from spot to spot When u hit water and it comes up thru a drain plug hole that’s frustrating I love the power great versatility for this hybrid machine
Date published: 2019-01-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice Ride, overheats if in mud We bought this in April, took it for a trail ride, ran smooth until we went thru mud and sand. Since then we have brought it in twice to be cleaned because it keeps overheating!
Date published: 2018-07-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from power, traction and handling super My cousin and I bought a pair of these about two months ago and we are glad we did. I hoped it would deliver the Polaris reliability and so far so good. Haven't put enough hours on it yet to give it a good review but I really like it so far. One thing I can say is that it climbs better than my polaris 800 sportsman quad. These things are unbelievable. The bed is large enough that we can store all of our gear for a day ride without problem. The EPS steering is the only way to go on these.
Date published: 2020-02-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good machine overall. Bought a 2020 general 1000 EPS deluxe. This is my first SxS. Overall I am pleased. I do not have the 12 inches of ground clearance that is advertised, more like 10 1/2. I can clear most obstacles that I am encountering. The ride is great and more than enough power. It does have a lot of rattles but I am finding most and eliminating them. Mostly doors and brakes. Very comfortable interior. The vehicle came with the front end out of alignment, will have dealer look at it. Added some nice accessories. Fender flares are a must. the Polaris flares installed easily and do a great job and fit and look great.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Fantastic!! My wife and I bought the General to replace our 800 XP Ranger. Our Ranger was a 2010 model and served us very well. We wanted to get something that was more trail friendly on longer rides, but still offered us the utility use around our property. When we first took it out on a short ride we notice that the ride was much smoother and the power was awesome!! The color we picked set it apart from most UTV's in our area. We had a heater and stereo installed when we made our purchase and both have made a big difference. The heater works well and to best sum it up a warm and happy wife makes for a happy husband. The power and comfort of this machine has everything I was looking for and more in our upgrade. I wish that I would have upgraded sooner.
Date published: 2019-10-08
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Love the bike. Not the Polaris Company Love my bike but Polaris warranty isnt worth a ”flip”!! Water got in the clutch housing and long story short I needed a new clutch and belt. They wouldn’t warranty it because of the water that got in it. What are these bikes made for?? To sit in the garage or be used. Why not make the housing for the belt actually seal worth a “flip” so water couldn’t get in so easily. Y’all make it so it don’t deal up properly and then don’t cover it if water gets inside.
Date published: 2020-06-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Everything we wanted We actually went into the dealer with the intent of buying two Sportsman ATV's. I had wanted to get a Ranger for some time and we both were not keen on the RZR because it just seemed only trail focused. My girlfriend saw the general and jumped right into the drivers seat. So as they say the rest is history, we went home with the General that day. We love it for the trails. For working around the property. I am looking forward for Ice Fishing season to start. I will eventually put tracks on it for winter time use.
Date published: 2020-07-20
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Reverse headlight and winch switch location Please As a lot of the trails we run at night have buggies going both ways, the need to switch from highly to low beams often is real. Getting my hand down between the small space between the door and steering wheel while moving can be tricky. Moving the witch rocker to the left of the wheel makes more sense as we don’t use that while moving and the head light will then be with the other rocker switches so we can power down the other lights all in the same place/motion. Off not that, then Don’t wrap the harness in such a way that we can’t relocate ourselves. Please find a better air intake solution/location than above the wheel on the side! Most of us don’t drive straight up rivers, we need to cross them, so having the air intake broadside to the current seems silly. My RZR has it between the seats at shoulder height. So the General is supposedly the best of both worlds, it missed the common sense of air intake and rocker switch location. In the accessories area, please come out with a full door solution with a real window solution. Your option now wants me to fold the window forward. Anyone who rides wooded trails will figure out quickly that the window will trap branches and be torn off in short order. Real storage options in the cab please! I don’t baby my General and it hasn’t let me down yet, just need to address the fit and finish issues so I don’t regret not gonna with the CanAm.
Date published: 2018-06-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Have now owned our General for about 4 months, it is simply the best side by side I’ve ever used. Capable of all mud, trails, and use around camp that we have tried. On the recent Lewis County Buck Run I pulled two other ATVs out that we’re stuck after running circles around them in the muck. It throws you back in the seat when you floor it and goes up and down every angle we have tried. My 14 year old step-daughter handles it with ease. If I had one complaint it would be the number of small areas all around the bottom and back that simply fill with mud and are obnoxious to clean.
Date published: 2018-10-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Value! Got this for a great price. There isn't a place I can't take it here in Arizona, from the desert low lands to mountain trails with snow. Fast, steady and solid. Perfect for trail rides and hunting.
Date published: 2021-02-13
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this side by side! My husband purchased this for me for mother’s day and we both completely agree that it’s was the best fit for everything we wanted. I love that the full high doors come stock, love all of the accessory options. We have 3 kids so we opted for a bench seat in the back and it’s so nice to have them harnessed up! Surprising to me we’ve actually used the gps quite a bit riding out on forest service land to see where different trails end up and finding new ways back to the truck. We love the sound bar and it was a big selling point for us! Love this machine and would definitely recommend
Date published: 2019-08-12
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Ok machine doors suck I bought the General 8 months ago. Fairly happy, constantly have to adjust the doors where we can ether get into or out for the cab. Wish the dump was easier to close.
Date published: 2018-08-14
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Poor quality Within 2 weeks of buying a new unit the front axle broke. Polaris covered it but it was still in the shop for 2 weeks. Now one side of tailgate doesn’t latch and high beam switch won’t stay on. The unit has 20 hours on it and we only ride around on our 150 acres and don’t ride hard. For 24k it’s not worth the money.
Date published: 2019-08-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Rugged and Sporty! I initially resisted the idea of going to a General because I liked the trail manners and over all capability of my RZR Trail 50". Then I drove my cousin's new General and was so impressed with it's handling, fit and finish, and power to weight I knew I wanted one. Before I even had a chance to comment to my wife ( who was riding with shotgun) she turned to me and said" We have got to get one of these!" So, pretending she had to twist my arm, we made the switch and I couldn't be happier!.
Date published: 2020-08-28
Rated 3 out of 5 by from GPS Purchased in December as of June have 400 miles on it, drivers door wont open from out side having issues with bearings going bad.
Date published: 2018-06-21
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Happy with purchase Happy with everything but the fit of the plastic body panels. ( doors separating and panels on dump bed separated)
Date published: 2018-12-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from We Upgraded Our Ride My wife and I have been riding Can Am’s for the past 10+ years. Two months ago our son talked us into updating our rides to a side-by-side. We looked at all the brands starting with the Can Am’s and found the Polaris General the eases to get in and out of with the best ride and power. We made it street legal and soon it became our go to ride for around town. We added a home made head liner with some sound proofing to the back fire wall. Now it’s a real nice ride. Our friends who have other brands say our ride is so much better, the next one they are getting will be a Polaris.
Date published: 2019-09-05
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GENERAL 1000 Deluxe RIDE COMMAND Edition
Starting at $25,099 US MSRP

For those who want to go all-in on adventure and require leading technology and connectedness. Equipped with industry-exclusive RIDE COMMAND GPS Technology and Rockford Fosgate® Stage 3 audio tuned for the off-road. Standard upgrades include sport roof, smooth riding and easily adjustable FOX® shocks and convex rear-view mirror.

Reviews for this model coming soon.

GENERAL XP 1000 Deluxe
Starting at $25,299 US MSRP

XP is the world’s most capable crossover side-by-side. With a 64” stance, 30” Pro Armor tires, high clearance A-arms and Walker Evans Velocity shocks, it will elevate your off-road experience and take you on adventures that break new ground.

2022 GENERAL XP 1000 Deluxe Black Crystal is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 212.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Fun We had a 2018 General which we loved, coming from 4 wheelers. We really enjoyed the comfort and being able to ride much further without feeling the pain. We put about 4000 miles on it in 2 years without any problems. When the new 2020 XP General came out we decided to trade up. We have not been disappointed the ride is amazing. The additional features led headlights, 30 in. tires, high arched A-Arms, stereo system, have been Great upgrades. We take it out exploring every chance we get.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 4 out of 5 by from 21 General XP Functions exactly as I expected. I have owned many Polaris Rangers and RZR's. the General is a very comfortable vehicle and still includes some functionality.
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Fun but clutch needs improvement Very clunky machine does not operate smooth once going it’s good but starting feels horrible every time . Motor is very loud can not talk when riding machine
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Ride The General is the best sxs polaris makes in my opinion. You got both worlds. I can play and use for hunting.
Date published: 2021-08-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Durable, comfort, and capable Goes everywhere I want it to . Hauls the supplies I need for my trips.
Date published: 2021-08-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Most versatile and comfortable side x side on the General xp 1000 is second to none! Fun to drive and powerful too!
Date published: 2021-08-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love the General I bought the General in May 2020 and have really enjoyed it. My only beefs are with the dealer added options. They installed the full size doors incorrectly and had the mounting brackets installed improperly. Had a heater kit installed, there was a problem with the thermostat and it kept overheating and stalling out. The dealer also didn't check the connections on the wiper kit and the wiper fluid leaked all over the radio the first time I had it out.
Date published: 2020-09-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from To much vibration in the steering The front end/steering wheel have to much vibration for my liking. I’ve tried changing the air pressure up and down, had the wheels balanced and had my dealer do a front end alignment and it still vibrates to much for me. I believe it’s the front tires and believe if they would have just put tires like the rear ones in the front I wouldn’t have this issue or at least not as bad. The whole machine has squeaks that my old Commander never had.
Date published: 2020-10-27
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Frustrating Overall a great machine. Shane that the customer experience is poor. Was asked to submit a review, yet Polaris refuses to publish as it does not meet their guidelines. Machine had to return twice to dealer with some technical issues, the latest being a recall from Polaris for which they currently don’t have a fix.
Date published: 2021-11-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great blend of RZR enthusiasm with a cargo bed I traded in my 4 seater as I kept putting coolers and equipment in the back seat and strapping it down. Specifically got the XP1000 general to provide a spirited ride offroad like my RZR, but more practical for me with the dump bed that is preconfigured for hauling coolers, spare tire and equipment. Rides excellent, XP model is styled well so I only added a horn, side mirrors, 4pt seat belts off I went. Bullet proof reliable thus far.
Date published: 2020-07-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome machine Really nice combo vehicle, it moves pretty good, high ground clearance, radio option is awesome, hauls stuff and is all around fun to drive. I’ve owned rangers, kabotas, bobcats and John Deere’s for the money the kubota is the best straight utility vehicle but a max speed of 25 mph. I’ve had rzrs, and a Yamaha yxz both way faster than the general for the money. But the general has the middle of the road utility and performance.
Date published: 2021-08-16
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Sweet Ride, Only a Few Faults I love how comfortable the machine is and how it rides. I am pleased with the performance and how it is a multi use vehicle. Only down sides so far that I am not happy with are the belt slap issues, the door panels are separating and the Stage 4 audio system is very very disappointing. I have heard that at least the belt slap should be getting a recall, and I hope it happens soon because these have been out for a while now...
Date published: 2020-10-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Overall Awesome Machine!! We purchased this 3 months ago to go to go riding in Colorado. It performed better than expected! We chose the General over a Ranger for the better ride quality due to my wife’s back. As a salesman, I did not think this was a very practical machine for a farm, however, after using it for some time now I can see how versatile of a machine it actually is and will definitely be recommending customers to look at this machine.
Date published: 2020-10-30
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun little ride We noticed at the dealership a funny clicking noise when the general Was on. After taking it home and riding it the noise was still there. You guys sent us a nice letter and Polaris cups, thank you, and informed us there is a recall. So I’m happy the noise can be fixed. Otherwise I love my General very much. It’s perfect. I use it to work on my 5 acres and can take it riding with all my friends in their 4 seaters.
Date published: 2021-01-09
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Overall a step up That is a step up from the regular Generals. The Walker Evens shocks are quite good. The springs are poor. By adding the front tenders from a XP4 to the rear, and moving the rear to the front makes a huge difference in lower speed chatter. I would have thought that 30" tires was good enough. But as usual the going size is 32". After the springs and 322" tires this thing eats rough rock terrain like a champ. I am always waiting on the RZR 1000XP4 and another General. At first second guessed myself if the extra green for the ride command was worth it. Actually I have enjoyed the stereo a great deal. I like having the extra gauges. As far as the GPS and other features they have no value to me. I would though like to be able to customize things like the flash screen and safety features. My 2017 General served me well for over 8000 miles and hopefully the XP will follow suit.
Date published: 2021-03-30
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice machine Only complaints are the horrid belt slap issue which Polaris has made no effort to fix, leaving it up to the customers to fend for themselves. Sucks to go through belts at a rapid pace. Stereo doesnt work properly until changing ride command regions. Latest update has actually made peoples not work at all. Good job Polaris! If you buy one, carry a spare belt as you will need it. Great machine other than that.
Date published: 2020-07-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Very well built machine Not a lot of ride time on it yet, but have driven it around the property, and done some work. Machine performs extremely well towing, hauling, and fun on sport riding end. The suspension and drive line are top notch. Will be going on a good fun ride next week, and have little doubt it will perform great on the trail. Long time sportsman owner that moved up to a SXS, and am very glad with my purchase.
Date published: 2021-04-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great machine! I currently own two RZR’s, a Ranger and this General. I classify the General as between the RZR’s and Ranger. Great suspension and ride control like the RZR’s and utility capable with the dump box. Easy in and out of cab. I’m 6-1 and wish the cab was a little taller and a little deeper for legs. Otherwise, great machine, I did put some aftermarket soundproofing in to lessen cab noise.
Date published: 2021-05-17
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice machine, but low quality. I have this machine for about 4 months. It’s been a fun, comfortable machine. The drawback is quality is very low. Attention to detail just isn’t there when it comes to fit and finish. One shock clunks on every little bump. Some of the body lines don’t line up, radio doesn’t work at times. For the price paid, I would think Polaris would have more quality behind their machines.
Date published: 2020-08-06
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Love the ride but have had issues I bought the bike in June from a dealership out of town because of availability. Dealer was awesome (Rivercity in the sault). Love the bike it rides and performs like we anticipated. The issues started right away though, we had issues with a leak and the clutch still has issues. This is the most disappointing as there is no fix from Polaris on a very expensive product.
Date published: 2020-08-11
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Good features, just a few kinks... I got mine about 3 months ago, and instantly realized there are a few problems. First the belt runs in the housing, and I tried to submit a claim but Polaris said the issue has already been resolved, which is wrong because obviously it’s rubbing! Second, my speakers make a hard knock when being turned off every now and then... probably being back fed from somewhere
Date published: 2020-07-29
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Nice cart I’ve had my cart fir three months. It spend two months at dealership waiting on a fuel plump from pularis direct. After two weeks initial clutch problems Riv it’s missing plus screws. Doors still not aligned. Going for it first service next week. Still clutch noise. I thing pularis should pay for first service since I made two payments while it was waiting on parts
Date published: 2020-08-27
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine, good features I purchased the General a few months back, so far we have been pretty happy with it. It has great power and great handling. We have the ride command.... for the money, not sure it is worth it. The radio is fine, if you are sitting still or going slow. You cannot hear it under power. The features of the ride command, are really just "gimmicky" at best.
Date published: 2020-07-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from all aroud great machine I bought this machine three months ago, and it is the best. I love the feature of turf mode where only one rear tire pulls, you do not tear up your yard or driveway when riding. I have ben out to west Virginia on hatfield and McCoy trails once already. We rode 130 miles and you feel like you have been riding in a car on the highway all day.
Date published: 2020-11-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from very comfortable good combination of sport and utility very comfortable seating for a tall person im 6'3 and am extremely comfortable in this machine its been great around the farm and done really well trail riding with friends who are in rzr turbos and other turbo sxs but is still more work friendly on the farm than those machines best of both worlds
Date published: 2020-08-19
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun 2nd polaris, first general. Over all its amazing. 2 issues right away before ever getting it to a trail was not pleasing going to the dealership in the morning for repairs but outside that love it! Would be 5 star if it was not leaking oil and steering worked correctly in the first 2 miles of driving it.
Date published: 2020-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Solid Performance Owned dirt bikes and ATV's for years. This is my first UTV. Took it to Arizona for the winter and it performed very well. Road with dozens of friends and conquered much of the Peace Trail. I will say that my friends (who've ridden UTV's for years) were impressed of the ride and performance of the General
Date published: 2021-02-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this machine. The general looks great has lots of power in hand as well. Unfortunately I had to put in a warranty claim on the front tires as they were too far at a balance to have them balanced. I did just receive a recall notice on the steering column with a do not ride warning. Hope to have it fixed soon.
Date published: 2021-10-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome machine New to side by siding and wasn’t sure what to expect. Friends took us mountain riding in British Columbia and we went through terrain, climbing areas I would not have thought possible. We’re up at 8000 feet elevation in two feet of snow and still going up. Am regretting not doing this years ago
Date published: 2020-12-31
Rated 3 out of 5 by from something always broke I have had it for 3 months and the belt stretched, the radio started give me trouble, now the amp is out and on back order. The doors keep getting looser the lock and ride windshield sucks. My friend bought a Honda. Its faster stronger and was cheaper! Polaris needs to step up it's game.
Date published: 2020-08-20
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GENERAL XP 1000 Deluxe RIDE COMMAND Edition
Starting at $27,399 US MSRP

XP is the world’s most capable crossover side-by-side with leading technology and connectedness. Equipped with industry-exclusive RIDE COMMAND GPS Technology and Rockford Fosgate® Stage 3 audio. Standard features include 64” stance, 30” Pro Armor tires, high clearance A-arms and Walker Evans Velocity shocks, it will elevate your off-road experience and take you on adventures that break new ground.

2022 GENERAL XP 1000 Deluxe Black Crystal is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 212.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Fun We had a 2018 General which we loved, coming from 4 wheelers. We really enjoyed the comfort and being able to ride much further without feeling the pain. We put about 4000 miles on it in 2 years without any problems. When the new 2020 XP General came out we decided to trade up. We have not been disappointed the ride is amazing. The additional features led headlights, 30 in. tires, high arched A-Arms, stereo system, have been Great upgrades. We take it out exploring every chance we get.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 4 out of 5 by from 21 General XP Functions exactly as I expected. I have owned many Polaris Rangers and RZR's. the General is a very comfortable vehicle and still includes some functionality.
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Fun but clutch needs improvement Very clunky machine does not operate smooth once going it’s good but starting feels horrible every time . Motor is very loud can not talk when riding machine
Date published: 2021-06-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Ride The General is the best sxs polaris makes in my opinion. You got both worlds. I can play and use for hunting.
Date published: 2021-08-10
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Durable, comfort, and capable Goes everywhere I want it to . Hauls the supplies I need for my trips.
Date published: 2021-08-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Most versatile and comfortable side x side on the General xp 1000 is second to none! Fun to drive and powerful too!
Date published: 2021-08-26
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love the General I bought the General in May 2020 and have really enjoyed it. My only beefs are with the dealer added options. They installed the full size doors incorrectly and had the mounting brackets installed improperly. Had a heater kit installed, there was a problem with the thermostat and it kept overheating and stalling out. The dealer also didn't check the connections on the wiper kit and the wiper fluid leaked all over the radio the first time I had it out.
Date published: 2020-09-28
Rated 4 out of 5 by from To much vibration in the steering The front end/steering wheel have to much vibration for my liking. I’ve tried changing the air pressure up and down, had the wheels balanced and had my dealer do a front end alignment and it still vibrates to much for me. I believe it’s the front tires and believe if they would have just put tires like the rear ones in the front I wouldn’t have this issue or at least not as bad. The whole machine has squeaks that my old Commander never had.
Date published: 2020-10-27
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Frustrating Overall a great machine. Shane that the customer experience is poor. Was asked to submit a review, yet Polaris refuses to publish as it does not meet their guidelines. Machine had to return twice to dealer with some technical issues, the latest being a recall from Polaris for which they currently don’t have a fix.
Date published: 2021-11-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great blend of RZR enthusiasm with a cargo bed I traded in my 4 seater as I kept putting coolers and equipment in the back seat and strapping it down. Specifically got the XP1000 general to provide a spirited ride offroad like my RZR, but more practical for me with the dump bed that is preconfigured for hauling coolers, spare tire and equipment. Rides excellent, XP model is styled well so I only added a horn, side mirrors, 4pt seat belts off I went. Bullet proof reliable thus far.
Date published: 2020-07-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome machine Really nice combo vehicle, it moves pretty good, high ground clearance, radio option is awesome, hauls stuff and is all around fun to drive. I’ve owned rangers, kabotas, bobcats and John Deere’s for the money the kubota is the best straight utility vehicle but a max speed of 25 mph. I’ve had rzrs, and a Yamaha yxz both way faster than the general for the money. But the general has the middle of the road utility and performance.
Date published: 2021-08-16
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Sweet Ride, Only a Few Faults I love how comfortable the machine is and how it rides. I am pleased with the performance and how it is a multi use vehicle. Only down sides so far that I am not happy with are the belt slap issues, the door panels are separating and the Stage 4 audio system is very very disappointing. I have heard that at least the belt slap should be getting a recall, and I hope it happens soon because these have been out for a while now...
Date published: 2020-10-06
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Overall Awesome Machine!! We purchased this 3 months ago to go to go riding in Colorado. It performed better than expected! We chose the General over a Ranger for the better ride quality due to my wife’s back. As a salesman, I did not think this was a very practical machine for a farm, however, after using it for some time now I can see how versatile of a machine it actually is and will definitely be recommending customers to look at this machine.
Date published: 2020-10-30
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun little ride We noticed at the dealership a funny clicking noise when the general Was on. After taking it home and riding it the noise was still there. You guys sent us a nice letter and Polaris cups, thank you, and informed us there is a recall. So I’m happy the noise can be fixed. Otherwise I love my General very much. It’s perfect. I use it to work on my 5 acres and can take it riding with all my friends in their 4 seaters.
Date published: 2021-01-09
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Overall a step up That is a step up from the regular Generals. The Walker Evens shocks are quite good. The springs are poor. By adding the front tenders from a XP4 to the rear, and moving the rear to the front makes a huge difference in lower speed chatter. I would have thought that 30" tires was good enough. But as usual the going size is 32". After the springs and 322" tires this thing eats rough rock terrain like a champ. I am always waiting on the RZR 1000XP4 and another General. At first second guessed myself if the extra green for the ride command was worth it. Actually I have enjoyed the stereo a great deal. I like having the extra gauges. As far as the GPS and other features they have no value to me. I would though like to be able to customize things like the flash screen and safety features. My 2017 General served me well for over 8000 miles and hopefully the XP will follow suit.
Date published: 2021-03-30
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice machine Only complaints are the horrid belt slap issue which Polaris has made no effort to fix, leaving it up to the customers to fend for themselves. Sucks to go through belts at a rapid pace. Stereo doesnt work properly until changing ride command regions. Latest update has actually made peoples not work at all. Good job Polaris! If you buy one, carry a spare belt as you will need it. Great machine other than that.
Date published: 2020-07-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Very well built machine Not a lot of ride time on it yet, but have driven it around the property, and done some work. Machine performs extremely well towing, hauling, and fun on sport riding end. The suspension and drive line are top notch. Will be going on a good fun ride next week, and have little doubt it will perform great on the trail. Long time sportsman owner that moved up to a SXS, and am very glad with my purchase.
Date published: 2021-04-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great machine! I currently own two RZR’s, a Ranger and this General. I classify the General as between the RZR’s and Ranger. Great suspension and ride control like the RZR’s and utility capable with the dump box. Easy in and out of cab. I’m 6-1 and wish the cab was a little taller and a little deeper for legs. Otherwise, great machine, I did put some aftermarket soundproofing in to lessen cab noise.
Date published: 2021-05-17
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Nice machine, but low quality. I have this machine for about 4 months. It’s been a fun, comfortable machine. The drawback is quality is very low. Attention to detail just isn’t there when it comes to fit and finish. One shock clunks on every little bump. Some of the body lines don’t line up, radio doesn’t work at times. For the price paid, I would think Polaris would have more quality behind their machines.
Date published: 2020-08-06
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Love the ride but have had issues I bought the bike in June from a dealership out of town because of availability. Dealer was awesome (Rivercity in the sault). Love the bike it rides and performs like we anticipated. The issues started right away though, we had issues with a leak and the clutch still has issues. This is the most disappointing as there is no fix from Polaris on a very expensive product.
Date published: 2020-08-11
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Good features, just a few kinks... I got mine about 3 months ago, and instantly realized there are a few problems. First the belt runs in the housing, and I tried to submit a claim but Polaris said the issue has already been resolved, which is wrong because obviously it’s rubbing! Second, my speakers make a hard knock when being turned off every now and then... probably being back fed from somewhere
Date published: 2020-07-29
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Nice cart I’ve had my cart fir three months. It spend two months at dealership waiting on a fuel plump from pularis direct. After two weeks initial clutch problems Riv it’s missing plus screws. Doors still not aligned. Going for it first service next week. Still clutch noise. I thing pularis should pay for first service since I made two payments while it was waiting on parts
Date published: 2020-08-27
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine, good features I purchased the General a few months back, so far we have been pretty happy with it. It has great power and great handling. We have the ride command.... for the money, not sure it is worth it. The radio is fine, if you are sitting still or going slow. You cannot hear it under power. The features of the ride command, are really just "gimmicky" at best.
Date published: 2020-07-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from all aroud great machine I bought this machine three months ago, and it is the best. I love the feature of turf mode where only one rear tire pulls, you do not tear up your yard or driveway when riding. I have ben out to west Virginia on hatfield and McCoy trails once already. We rode 130 miles and you feel like you have been riding in a car on the highway all day.
Date published: 2020-11-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from very comfortable good combination of sport and utility very comfortable seating for a tall person im 6'3 and am extremely comfortable in this machine its been great around the farm and done really well trail riding with friends who are in rzr turbos and other turbo sxs but is still more work friendly on the farm than those machines best of both worlds
Date published: 2020-08-19
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun 2nd polaris, first general. Over all its amazing. 2 issues right away before ever getting it to a trail was not pleasing going to the dealership in the morning for repairs but outside that love it! Would be 5 star if it was not leaking oil and steering worked correctly in the first 2 miles of driving it.
Date published: 2020-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Solid Performance Owned dirt bikes and ATV's for years. This is my first UTV. Took it to Arizona for the winter and it performed very well. Road with dozens of friends and conquered much of the Peace Trail. I will say that my friends (who've ridden UTV's for years) were impressed of the ride and performance of the General
Date published: 2021-02-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love this machine. The general looks great has lots of power in hand as well. Unfortunately I had to put in a warranty claim on the front tires as they were too far at a balance to have them balanced. I did just receive a recall notice on the steering column with a do not ride warning. Hope to have it fixed soon.
Date published: 2021-10-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome machine New to side by siding and wasn’t sure what to expect. Friends took us mountain riding in British Columbia and we went through terrain, climbing areas I would not have thought possible. We’re up at 8000 feet elevation in two feet of snow and still going up. Am regretting not doing this years ago
Date published: 2020-12-31
Rated 3 out of 5 by from something always broke I have had it for 3 months and the belt stretched, the radio started give me trouble, now the amp is out and on back order. The doors keep getting looser the lock and ride windshield sucks. My friend bought a Honda. Its faster stronger and was cheaper! Polaris needs to step up it's game.
Date published: 2020-08-20
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4-Seat

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GENERAL 4 1000 Premium
Starting at $24,199 US MSRP

Equipped with more sport performance and versatility ready for you and your crew straight from the factory. Added features include adjustable FOX® shocks, 27" Maxxis Coronado tires with 14" rally wheel, high-intensity LED headlights, low-profile sport bumper, and recovery-ready pulling power of the 4,500-LB Polaris HD Plus winch.

2019 Polaris GENERAL® 4 1000 Matte White Metallic is rated 4.4 out of 5 by 195.
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun times I bought this about 3 months ago love it. Accept last time I went on a ride it bogged down and the engine light came on, needless to say I wound up taking it home and finishing out my day by riding my mother in laws Kawasaki terrex.
Date published: 2018-11-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great family and friends toy Have been on a few 8-10 hour rides and it is comfortable and fun. I like the fact that you can talk to the passengers because it is not loud. My firstUTV I bought I traded in on this after 3 rides because of heat and noise.
Date published: 2019-02-27
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Real Review 300 miles Good fun machine. The family has had a great time. Polaris needs to work on Quality Control and some design issues. Gaps in doors pinch arms and dust comes through parts that come apart creating gaps.
Date published: 2019-03-27
Rated 2 out of 5 by from Mechanical Issues! Purchased first of August. Had in shop a week later. Still have driveline balance issues and check engine light on. Going for second trip to shop in less than 3 months. Wish I purchased a CanAm
Date published: 2018-11-06
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Perfect total package The only down side to the General 4 Ride Command is the maps. Polaris needs to partner with a map company or allow for an upload of topo maps. The GPS is worthless outside my neighborhood.
Date published: 2018-11-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Comfortable, and great service I bought this in February and I'm so glad I did. I am able to go riding and take the wife and dogs, both in comfort and style. I also love the fact there are so many things that I can add to it, to make it my own. It handles great, and goes everywhere anybody else does with ease. I have had a couple issues with it which my dealer, in Dunbar WV, took immediate care of. My wife now loves to go riding with me. Awesome machine.
Date published: 2018-06-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from capable, smooth, quiet First 4 wheeler I have owned. Purchased for trail riding with grandchildren and farm use. Very capable, smooth, and quiet. Recently completed Colorado trip riding in mountains, and the Polaris gave me the confidence to explore remote areas I would never have considered in a less reliable UTV. Navigation system and cameras are very helpful. Bed is large enough to use for chores. Perfect combination of fun and utility for me.
Date published: 2018-08-02
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Awesome machine! We were hesitant to buy the General 4 just because of the price. It's a lot of money! After about 3 months of ownership I can say we are very happy with our choice to get one. Gregg at Roseville Motosports helped the decision by giving us a great deal! We have 450 miles on it in 3 months and are loving every minute. The only complaint I have is this machine should come stock with taller tires for more ground clearance.
Date published: 2018-07-29
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great features and very comfortable. Lots of room Love this machine. Lots of power and unbelievably smooth riding. The whole family loves it. Can take my 2 boys with and with a cooler in the back we can ride all day.
Date published: 2018-12-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Better than the rest! I have had the experience of driving a lot of different brands as well as models on a working ranch in Colorado. With the upgraded suspension on the 2018 General... it is by far the smoothest, most powerful UTV around. It has more power than the other brands with 1000cc models and is still quieter. I cant find much indent like about this machine. Just make a better upper door kit and this will be the perfect machine.
Date published: 2018-11-23
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Constantly needs work Been on three rides since I bought this machine and had to cut both of them days short due to mechanical problems.
Date published: 2019-08-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing machine all around!! We bought this machine 3 months ago and we are very happy with our purchase!! We have put it through the test in the sand, snow, mud, rocks and dirt! It has surpassed all of our expectations!! The dump utility bed is a huge plus for our extra gear or work tools. Plenty if power and awesome suspension!! I have recommended this machine to a few people and they bought the same machine, just couldn’t resist!
Date published: 2018-10-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Versatile vehicle Bought this for the whole family. Great crossover between ranger and razor. Sporty but still a workhorse.
Date published: 2020-01-24
Rated 4 out of 5 by from comfortable ride its a very nice unit, could have a little higher ground clearance, maybe a few more factory accessories.
Date published: 2019-12-26
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Great I've had this u it for 3 months out of the three months I've gotten to use it 3-4 times, it's been in the shop for over 2 months this is a poor way to start out with a new unit, parts that were suppose to be under warranty are but they have stretched out the repair so long that it's taken all the new and excitement out of mine and my family purchase, but the unit itself when running is very enjoyable!
Date published: 2019-01-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great UTV Very comfortable great ride only owned it a few months can't say anything on reliability yet.
Date published: 2018-11-08
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Top of the Line This Polaris will go anywhere!!! Friends have Can Am and have trouble seeing the trail
Date published: 2018-12-09
Rated 5 out of 5 by from power and ride love the machine has room for whole family to enjoy trail riding
Date published: 2019-01-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best hybrid I bought this five months ago and love it. I have outfitted with Polaris widows, mirrors, horn and front bumper. I decided on the General due to it's great back seat room while maintaining a ride close to the Rzr. My main need now is a soft roof. I am quite tall so I prefer riding without a roof but would like one packed along in the event of in climate weather while on the trails.
Date published: 2018-06-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Polaris General is a great machine This is a great piece of equipment. We use it mainly for hunting. There isn't a hill I wanted to climb that I couldn't so far. My only wish is that it was a little quieter. I understand it's a 1000. So it would be a huge challenging to make it produce souch power and little noise. But I also think that could give a opinion to the consumer for this.
Date published: 2018-08-14
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Family Fun We moved to southern Nevada and just had to join the "cult" of side by side families. No regrets. We are able to go out and reach places that nobody else is. We enjoy packing the General and heading out for a quick overnight camp or even a few days. I will say this. I didn't want to learn the hard way, so a helpful sales person who could explain the "must haves", just in case. Spare tires, spare belt (and a tutorial on how to change it), how to drive on particular terrain and a few others. Thank you, George C
Date published: 2020-04-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Just what I was looking for I bought this General 4 1000 to replace the two RZR XPs that we had. Prior to the RZRs we had 2 different Ranger XPs. The Ranger was too much utility and not enough sport, and the RZRs were too much sport and not enough utility. The General is a perfect mix of both sport and utility. The 100 HP ProStar engine fits the bill perfectly too.
Date published: 2018-03-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Bought this because I was previously using a Kawasaki and the cabin noise was very loud. Friends of ours all have Polaris and it came highly recommended. We decided on the General for the trunk bed feature. Very happy with our purchase. Cabin is quiet compared to Kawasaki. Handles and rides great on the trails.
Date published: 2019-02-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from 2019 General 1000 4 amazing Our current sxs is a 2006 Rhino. It was difficult to spend double the price since our last purchase but we are glad we did. Amazing machine for trail riding. We spent thousands on accessories to add additional creature comfort and are looking forward to taking it for overnight camping with friends and family.
Date published: 2019-11-05
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Family Fun My wife and I decided to buy our General this summer before a family trip to the mountains and couldn’t have been happier we did. All 4 of us fit comfortably and safely in the General, and it had the capability to maneuver thru any and all terrain we encountered.
Date published: 2018-10-25
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good Product I bought this vehicle to ride more around home and to work. I own several Polaris vehicles 2 razors an ace,and atv. The only thing that disappoints me is the warranty Polaris needs to be proud of the quality and back it up longer than a few months.
Date published: 2019-02-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome S X S We bought our G4 so the whole family can ride. Our handicapped son really loves being included in the fun. I have his seat set up with a 5 point harness so he’s strapped in very securely. We are all enjoying our new toy!!!!
Date published: 2019-06-04
Rated 2 out of 5 by from poorly made This thing is just a raddletrap,the doors are junk and the roll cage makes so much noise it will drive you up the wall, very disapointed with the seats,all and all should of kept are other side by side.
Date published: 2020-07-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Bought the General in December. Main reason is we go on long rides and want the extra storage in the rear bed. We can put tons of stuff back there. Plus it will fit my family of 5 comfortably. Love it!
Date published: 2019-03-27
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great Ride We have been riding in our General since end of June and have loved everyone. We rode it hard for the first few trips to find any flows and found a few; nothing with the motor or under structure, only superficial. We were able to change drive belt ourselves (must have right tools) and add accessories, with some modifications. After all this, we have enjoyed our outdoor experiences immensely, mountain trails, desert, even an old side hill stagecoach trail. Very happy with our purchase.
Date published: 2020-09-04
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GENERAL 4 1000 Deluxe RIDE COMMAND Edition
Starting at $27,399 US MSRP

For those who want to go all-in on adventure with their crew and require leading technology and connectedness. Equipped with industry-exclusive RIDE COMMAND GPS Technology and Rockford Fosgate® Stage 3 audio tuned for the off-road. Standard upgrades include sport roof, smooth riding and easily adjustable FOX® shocks and convex rear-view mirror.

Reviews for this model coming soon.

GENERAL XP 4 1000 Deluxe
Starting at $27,699 US MSRP

XP is the world’s most capable crossover side-by-side with room for your crew. With a 64” stance, 30” Pro Armor tires, high clearance A-arms and Walker Evans Velocity shocks, it will elevate your off-road experience and take you on adventures that break new ground.

2022 GENERAL XP 4 1000 Deluxe Matte Ghost White Metallic is rated 4.3 out of 5 by 167.
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great machine with the extras I was wanting This new General XP 4 Factory Customer Edition first caught my attention by it's looks alone. Then, seeing all the great features that came standard, like the 30" tires mounted bead-lock wheels, the high-clearance A-arms, and color scheme, I was sold. Having driven this fast and fun beast and how well it handles of all types of trails, leaves no doubt that I made a great decision. To ensure I can ride even in the snowy winter months, I purchased and installed the Polaris upper soft doors. What a great addition and great quality. Had the dealer install the Polaris heater to compliment the upper doors. Stay toasty warm and the wife loves (as do I) everything about this machine. I've also added other options and even designed and fabricated my own rear rack to accommodate a spare tire, gas can and fire extinguisher. Photos are pre upper doors.
Date published: 2021-03-12
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Versatile side x side Nice machine for trail riding, hunting and working around the yard wiyh the turf mode.
Date published: 2021-07-30
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Good ride but already issues This vehicle was purchased in June and I have had many issues with the machine. This weekend while out riding, one of the rear shocks leaked. It seems like an issue occurs each time I look at the vehicle. Both of the rear doors were not adjusted correctly from the factory and it caused both rear doors to have paint chipping from the corners. Overall it has been stressful and always something to worry about. I did not have these issues with our old Ranger. The ride of the vehicle has been a big upgrade and it is very enjoyable.
Date published: 2020-09-24
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun machine with great ride I bought the general out of operator comfort. The seats, doors, suspension, gauges, and so many other features make the general XP a great machine. It comes with a winch, radio, full doors, and front bumper with 30" pro armor tires. That being said I give it 4 stars only for the lack of power compared to a normal XP 1000 RZR.
Date published: 2021-09-09
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Almost made it great I was so excited for my new General waited 2 months for it. Got my machine and found out the doors seal like crap. Took it back to the dealer and 3 weeks later my full OEM doors still seal like crap. Kind of makes the heater worthless. You pay a bunch of money for parts that aren’t really worth that much money and expect a superior product. The Can-am defender door seal and that heater will cook you out of the machine. Why is it that I can buy new doors for a car for less then I can for a general? I know I’m not the only customer that’s unhappy with this product. I suggest you look into making these better. Oh and what about the ride command why is it that the speakers only work on the front channel? There are plenty more gripes I have but I think you get the point.
Date published: 2020-12-26
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Love the Machine But Not the Exhaust Noise Great ride! Great machine! But the exhaust noise takes away from the enjoyment of being in it. Polaris offers nothing to resolve this issue. Seconds market cost for a muffler to reduce noise by 9 decibels is exorbitant. Other than that, I love everything else about my General XP 4 1000 Deluxe.
Date published: 2021-07-30
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Comfort and confidence. I love the different ways I can use my General, from hunting to use in my yard. While deer hunting it gave me a dependable ride in a a comfortable seat. It drove through some deep ice covered water holes on our old logging two track trail into our hinting area. The four seats allowed us to transport all camp members and gear. At home it has been a workhorse plowing out our driveway in the heart of winter in Michigan. Added windows, roof liner, and heater, allow me to get the driveway clear in comfort.
Date published: 2021-02-20
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great overall vehicle I am very pleased with my purchase of the Polaris General XP 4 Deluxe with Ride Command. It is very versatile and it has performed very well with every challenge so far. The ride is great and it has been perfect for my family and friends. People are very surprised when they see the design and performance capabilities of this machine. The ample storage and the easy to install accessories are great. I am very happy with the Ride Command. I would recommend spending the extra money for that option.
Date published: 2020-08-01
Rated 5 out of 5 by from So much fun…. This unit has brought so much fun and so many memories to my family. Best purchase ever.
Date published: 2021-11-24
Rated 5 out of 5 by from The Package Versatile machine, from riding on my manicured yard in turf mode to navigating some of the most extreme off-road conditions in 4 wheel low range, this machine will appeal to the masses and go virtually anywhere.
Date published: 2021-09-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from This is one great rig Picked up our 2020 General XP 4 1000 a few months back and have enjoyed it ever since. I put it thru it’s paces for about 400 miles the first month having it scouting for an upcoming elk hunt and was really impressed with this machine. It has great power, handles any terrain I put it thru exceptionally well, has a very comfortable ride even with being in the seat hours at a time, and has great features. This is not my first side by side but is definitely the one that has impressed me the most. I couldn’t be happier with my purchase of this machine. Only drawback is that I can’t hook a two way radio up thru the Ride Command system. Other than that it is a great overall machine that I would definitely recommend, in fact my brother in law was so impressed with it that he has ordered a 2021 as well.
Date published: 2020-11-22
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Comfortable Fun I am in my 60's and so are my friends. The Polaris General XP 1000 allows us to get out and see nature again. We love to go on hike into nature but as we got older we found are selves to be very limited on how far we could go. With our new Polaris General we can now drive deep into areas that we would otherwise not see, and because it is so comfortable we can ride all day without getting tired. I love this machine and it has certainly given us the opportunity to get back out into nature.
Date published: 2021-08-04
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Extremely Comfortable, Trail Ready! Our General is perfect for our family. It combines the fun of off-roading, the comfort of a sports car, and the functionality of a work horse.
Date published: 2021-03-04
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Family fun hybrid machine. Like most reviews out there this vehicle is made for every day use or stepping up and ripping the trails or dunes.
Date published: 2021-09-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! The look, handling, and suspension is amazing! The seats are very comfortable! It’s the new member of the family!
Date published: 2021-10-21
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Love it! Lots of room for bodies and gear. Pulse bar for easy 12v power access if great! Nothing but, love it!
Date published: 2021-09-14
Rated 3 out of 5 by from Disappointed! The General did not live up to my expectations given it’s overall price point. The engine is extremely very noisy even with a back window installation. Some other features would be nice to see as standard components, such as: front windshield, heater, turn signals, horn kit & the addition of soft coverings on several exposed metal components in the cab. Belt slap noise has been an issue since the first day of riding...sucks that an aftermarket vendor has a $400.00 clutch kit available to fix and improve the clutch on this high price point machine that Polaris should have already addressed by recall with new & improved clutch components. The engine oil filter is also very difficult to remove and replace...could use a remote oil filter to improve ease of access. We do love the powerful engine, tires, great headlights and spacious cab.
Date published: 2020-11-09
Rated 1 out of 5 by from Disappointed I am sadly disappointed in the entire process with Polaris. We ordered our machine and waited over 8 months to have it delivered which is actually the least of the disappointment as we understand Covid caused issues. Within 4 hours or 20 miles the clutch belt needed replacing after no off road use or high speed driving. Now we are under a do not drive recall it’s almost comical we are debating selling for something else.
Date published: 2021-11-08
Rated 3 out of 5 by from 2020 General XP 4 review Problems with belt slap, ride command volume, shock tender springs collapsed already, driver rear wheel 3 degrees difference than passenger side, doors were all loose, fixed myself, called Polaris on belt slap still waiting on solution. Paid good money for this machine and all these problems with no solution. No I’m not very satisfied or happy. I had a 2012 rzr 900xp that was bulletproof. Sold it for this piece of junk.
Date published: 2020-10-06
Rated 4 out of 5 by from tow hitch soft and under built Hey Polaris. All in all i am really psyched on the General. It rules. Biggest complaint is the Hitch! it was SO hard to get anything into it like Bike rack or a hitch and ball to pull a small trailer. Then, when I was able to get bike rack in (Yakima 4 vertical mountain bike rack) the hitch mount bent so fast and now has bent so much I can't even use it. Metal was too soft. seriously a weak point!
Date published: 2020-10-16
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Amazing family ride This thing is amazing! We absolutely love the ride and comfort of it. You stay clean and dust free on rides, others in our group asked if we were on the same ride because we were so clean while they were covered in dust. The only complaint I have is the Ride Command stereo doesn't have the sound quality you would expect for the price tag, the subwoofer basically doesn't do anything for sound.
Date published: 2020-09-23
Rated 4 out of 5 by from All around great machine I bought this machine about 2 months ago. I already have over 400 miles on it. I have been very impressed with it so far. Amazing comfort and stability. Plenty of power. Only negative things about it: chattering noises when starting to move forward in high gear, Very noisy when coming down a hill (transmission holding back?) And the placement of the oil filter ( hard to get to).
Date published: 2020-06-17
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Great machine. Horrible sound system I love this general. It is great in all situations. It’s great. But the Polaris stage 4 Rockford Fosgate system is a complete joke. The system is crap and a complete waste of money. For the price, it’s a complete rip off and Polaris should be ashamed of them selfs for knowing and Acknowledging that it sucks. It’s completely bogus. No fade. No volume. No bass. FLAT OUT SUCKS.
Date published: 2021-11-11
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Good machine for the most part Good product for the most part . Clutching needs improvement due to belt slap. Accessories for this product not very available for example upper doors been on back order for months, took 2 weeks to get a windshield/rear window and upper bumper because it was backordered from the factory, dealer had to do dealer trade to get me the accessories i had originally ordered.
Date published: 2020-11-17
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Best Machine money can buy This is the most versatile machine on the market. I have a street legal kit on it so I can go straight from my home to the mountain trails. Throw Trax on the machine and there is no where in the snow it will not go. The safety features are unmatched. It is the perfect vehicle for a date with my wife or chasing after big bucks and elk. I am so happy with my purchase!
Date published: 2021-04-06
Rated 4 out of 5 by from Fun Machine I bought this machine around 4 months ago and have about 1,000 miles on it. It has a very comfortable ride and good power. The Rockford Fosgate radio is also a great touch. I love that Polaris came out with the XP. The only issue I have experienced and seems to be a problem for other owners as well is the belt slap issue. Great machine and happy with the purchase.
Date published: 2020-05-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from All Inclusive Having previously owned a Ranger I traded up to the General XP 4 1000 just recently. Living in a mountain community The General does everything I need it to do and more. I not only use it for off roading but take it into town to the hardware store, nursery , grocery store and even to the golf course. The General XP 1000 is everything I need it to be and more.
Date published: 2020-10-28
Rated 5 out of 5 by from P I work on a recreational/horse:cattle ranch in south central/-western CO. We have had the General for 4 months. It is excellent for people of all abilities. Not as powerful and “scary” as Razor but much more comfortable and better suspension than the 2 Rangers we have. Also, thank you to Dennis and Weekender Sports for their Unprecedented service and support.
Date published: 2020-10-15
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Awesome Machine This machine will go through very rough terrain that I did not think possible. Ground clearance is amazing. The 30" Tires on the heavy suspension was an awesome design idea. Sometimes wish that the top speed could be increased with another gear. On road is can be challenging with traffic. Even though I know the machine was not designed for the road.
Date published: 2020-09-11
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Excellent ATV!! This is a great off-road vehicle. We live on 24 acres with rough terrain and the General takes it like a champ! Great power, even with four passengers, and great ground clearance for getting over rocks, logs, and whatever else might get in the way! The storage in the back is great addition for work around the ranch. Highly recommend this ATV!
Date published: 2020-11-26
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GENERAL XP 4 1000 Deluxe RIDE COMMAND Edition
Starting at $29,799 US MSRP

XP is the world’s most capable crossover side-by-side with room for your crew and require leading technology and connectedness. Equipped with industry-exclusive RIDE COMMAND GPS Technology and Rockford Fosgate® Stage 3 audio tuned for the off-road. Standard features include 64” stance, 30” Pro Armor tires, high clearance A-arms and Walker Evans Velocity shocks, it will elevate your off-road experience and take you on adventures that break new ground.

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GENERAL XP 1000 Trailhead Edition
Starting at $28,399 US MSRP

Engineered to go further, faster. Explore new places with this ultra-capable and gear-ready machine ready to level-up your adventure with all the performance of an XP plus an adventure bed rack, 11" high-out Pro Armor light bar and RIDE COMMAND.

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GENERAL XP 4 1000 Trailhead Edition
Starting at $30,799 US MSRP

Engineered to go further, faster with your whole crew. Explore new places with this ultra-capable and gear-ready machine ready to level-up your adventure with all the performance of an XP plus an adventure bed rack, 11" high-out Pro Armor light bar and RIDE COMMAND.

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