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Polaris unveils a new benchmark in off-road suspension
Polaris has taken a leap forward in off-road engineering with the limited-run RZR Pro R Ultra Edition, introducing what the company calls the DVS Dynamics system — a suspension package that aims to redefine wheel control and chassis stability on the harshest terrain.
For serious off-roaders, keeping the tires planted matters more than raw horsepower. You can have a potent engine, but without a suspension that reacts properly to bumps, ruts and rocks, that power is wasted. Polaris' new solution addresses that core challenge with a fundamentally different approach to anti-roll and wheel articulation.
How DVS Dynamics works
DVS Dynamics is a hydraulically linked suspension system with electronic control, developed in partnership with Suspension Direct. Instead of traditional sway bars that are simply locked or disconnected, Polaris uses four hydraulic links controlled across 12 suspension channels. Each wheel can move independently while the cabin remains exceptionally stable.
The system offers three selectable modes:
- Locked: a firm setup comparable to the standard RZR Pro R for predictable handling at speed.
- Unlocked: maximizes wheel articulation for technical maneuvers such as slow-speed rock crawling.
- Semi-Active: the showpiece mode, switching between Locked and Unlocked up to 200 times per second to adapt instantly to terrain and driving style.
This rapid switching gives the Ultra Edition a unique blend of comfort, traction and control whether blasting dunes or threading rocky lines.
Racing pedigree turned production advantage
Polaris credits DVS Dynamics with helping its race teams dominate the 2025 season — including high-profile wins at Baja 1000 and SCORE championship events. Putting that racetrack-proven technology into a customer-ready package is a logical step, and one that Polaris says elevates the RZR Pro R’s capabilities beyond its already class-leading baseline.
The Ultra Edition delivers about 74 cm (roughly 29 inches) of usable suspension travel, giving it exceptional wheel travel for technical terrain.
Design, equipment and interior highlights
Built on the RZR Pro R platform, the Ultra Edition retains a 265 cm (104.3 in) wheelbase and ships with 32-inch BFGoodrich KM3 tires. Distinctive touches include the Velocity Blue exterior, GatorStep interior trim and an MPI race steering wheel. The cabin features a vertical 10.4-inch touchscreen and a Rockford Fosgate Series 4 audio system with a 1,500-watt digital amplifier.
Polaris also points to heated and ventilated seats — a rare comfort in this category — as part of the Ultra package.
Powertrain and production
Under the hood sits the familiar 2.0-liter naturally aspirated four-cylinder engine with 225 hp. Polaris will make just 500 Ultra Edition units for global markets, positioning it as a high-end, collector-friendly model.
Pricing is set at $46,999 for the two-seat version and $50,999 for the four-seat model.
Why this matters to off-road buyers
- Traction and control: Independent wheel motion and fast electronic modulation mean better tire contact and improved confidence over rough terrain.
- Versatility: The three-mode system makes the vehicle equally at home on fast desert runs and slow, technical rock gardens.
- Proven performance: Bringing racing technology to road-legal (or trail-legal) machines narrows the gap between competition hardware and consumer vehicles.
"The Ultra Edition shows what happens when race-proven engineering meets customer product development," a Polaris off-road executive said, pointing to the system’s influence on both performance and handling.
Whether you’re a weekend trail rider, competitive racer or enthusiast looking for an advanced UTV, the RZR Pro R Ultra Edition pushes suspension design forward. With limited production and a clear motorsport lineage, it’s a tailored solution for owners who demand the absolute best in off-road dynamics.
Quick highlights:
- DVS Dynamics: hydraulically linked, electronically controlled suspension
- Three modes: Locked, Unlocked, Semi-Active (200 Hz switching)
- Approx. 74 cm (29 in) usable wheel travel
- 2.0L NA engine, 225 hp; 500 units worldwide
- Prices: $46,999 (2-seat) / $50,999 (4-seat)
If Polaris’ Ultra Edition is any indication, the next wave of off-road vehicles will focus as much on intelligent suspension control as on raw engine output — and that shift could change how we evaluate UTV performance in the years ahead.
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