Power & performance by trim
| HP | 203 hp @ 8,250 rpm — ProStar 2.0L, redline 8,500 rpm |
| ⚡ | 0–60 mph in ~4.9 s · top speed 125 mph (limited) |
| TQ | 144 lb-ft @ 6,500 rpm |
| ⚖️ | Curb weight ~1,650 lb — roughly half a small car |
Fuel, range & the numbers that surprise people
| ⛽ | Tank: 9.77 gallons (37 L) · 91 octane or higher required — premium only |
| 📊 | Real-world mpg: owners report 23–33 mpg, averaging around 28 |
| 🛣️ | Range: roughly 250–280 miles per tank — Miami to Key West and back on one fill-up |
| 🪑 | Seats 2 (or 6 in the multi-passenger models we rent) · 3-point seat belts |
| 🛞 | 3 wheels: two front, one wide rear that takes 100% of the power |
Why it feels faster than the numbers
A 203 hp car isn’t exotic. A 203 hp vehicle weighing 1,650 lb with your face in the wind, 6 inches off the pavement and no roof absolutely is. The Slingshot’s power-to-weight ratio lands near serious sports-car territory, and the open cockpit multiplies the sensation — 45 mph on Ocean Drive feels like 80 in a sedan. That’s the whole point of the machine.
Want to feel it before buying one? Rent ours from $100/hour — the cheapest test drive in Miami.
Specs & Performance — FAQ
How fast is a Polaris Slingshot?
The Slingshot R hits 60 mph in about 4.9 seconds and is electronically limited to a 125 mph top speed. Its 203 hp ProStar 2.0 engine in a 1,650 lb vehicle gives it sports-car power-to-weight.
How much horsepower does a Slingshot have?
2020+ R and SLR trims make 203 hp at 8,250 rpm from the ProStar 2.0L. S and SL trims make 178 hp. The original 2015–2019 models used a GM Ecotec 2.4L making 173 hp.
What gas mileage does a Slingshot get?
Owners typically report 23–33 mpg, averaging around 28. With a 9.77-gallon tank that's roughly 250–280 miles of range.
What kind of gas does a Slingshot take?
Premium — 91 octane or higher is required. Running lower octane risks knock and reduced performance in this high-compression, high-revving engine.
How much does a Polaris Slingshot weigh?
About 1,650 lb curb weight, roughly half what a compact car weighs. That light weight is exactly why it feels so quick.