The Polaris Slingshot has concluded its first exterior collaboration, opening the account with Roush Efficiency. The result’s the 2023 Slingshot Roush Version constructed on the top-tier Slingshot R and primarily a graphics package deal. The two.0-liter ProStar engine nonetheless makes 203 horsepower and 144 pound-feet of torque, leaving the 0-60 time unchanged at 4.9 seconds. The R continues to will get newly aggressive seems from the vented hood launched for 2023. Polaris’ press launch makes it sound just like the Roush Version will get bigger brakes, however these are the identical upgraded rotors and Brembo entrance calipers fitted to the Slingshot R. What consumers do get is an unique Racetrack Purple colorway exterior and in, black badging, Roush branded seats, and the Roush “R” on the shift knob in Slingshots with guide transmissions. Slingshots with AutoDrive follow the composite paddle shifters. A pink stripe rings the 12 o’clock place on the steering wheel, too.
Polaris threw a number of choices on the mannequin as properly. The $1,900 Slingshot Tour Prime comes normal, in addition to the the $110 Sparco billet pedal covers on the Tic-Tac throttle pedal and chunkier brake and clutch pedals.
The R comes with the Know-how Bundle 3, putting in Polaris’ Experience Command+ infotainment, managed on a seven-inch touchscreen and together with navigation, climate and visitors, and Apple CarPlay. The Stage 2 Audio Equipment by Rockford Fosgate throws in 100-watt audio, Automated Quantity Management, and an expandable amplifier.
The 2023 Polaris Slingshot Roush Version will attain sellers someday in spring. Pricing begins at $37,349 for the guide transmission in most states, earlier than vacation spot and different charges. The AutoDrive model begins at $39,499. In California, a $300 surcharge will get added to these base costs. The MSRP makes the Roush $3,350 costlier than the usual R, the value of exclusivity since one can’t be optioned like the opposite. In case your driveway’s been lacking a Roush autocycle to match your Roush Mustang or Roush F-150, right here you go.
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