Slingshot Price: Plans, Monthly Cost & Price History

The Polaris Slingshot is a three-wheeled, two-seat roadster with a car-style cockpit and a single rear wheel. It sits between a motorcycle and a sports car, and its price depends mostly on which trim you pick and whether you want a manual or an automatic transmission.

The prices below are manufacturer's suggested retail prices for the 2026 model year. What you actually pay can differ because of freight, dealer fees, taxes, and registration, so treat the figures as a baseline for comparing trims.

Polaris sells the Slingshot in five trims for 2026: S, SL, SLR, R, and Grand Touring. Each step up adds performance hardware, styling, or comfort features. The table shows a range for each trim. The low end is the manual transmission, and the high end is the AutoDrive automatic.

The Slingshot S is the entry point at $24,999 – $26,849. The SL costs $28,299 – $30,149, and the SLR costs $31,399 – $33,249. The R is priced at $34,999 – $37,149. The Grand Touring sits at the top of the lineup at $41,999 – $44,149.

Because every trim is offered with both transmissions, the automatic adds the same amount to each one. Comparing the low and high figures for any trim shows the upcharge for AutoDrive.

AutoDrive is Polaris's automated manual transmission. It shifts without a clutch pedal, so you do not need to work a clutch in stop-and-go traffic. The manual gives you a traditional shift lever and clutch.

The manual is the lower number in every trim. Which one suits you depends on how you plan to use the vehicle. A weekend canyon driver may want the manual, and someone who commutes or tours in traffic may prefer the automatic. If you can, drive both before deciding, since the extra cost carries into your financing and insurance quote.

Trim names show roughly where a model sits, though exact equipment changes by year.

• The S is the base model and the lowest price of entry.
• The SL and SLR add more equipment and styling than the S.
• The R is the performance-focused trim.
• The Grand Touring is built for longer trips and carries the highest price.

Check the Polaris site for the current feature list on each trim, because standard equipment can shift between model years and a trim that looks like a bargain may leave out features you want.

The MSRP is rarely the last number on the paperwork.

• Freight and destination: Polaris and dealers typically add a delivery charge on top of the MSRP. Ask for the figure in writing.
• Dealer fees: documentation and preparation fees vary by dealer and by state.
• Taxes and registration: sales tax, title, and registration depend on where you live, and the rules for a three-wheeled vehicle differ from state to state.
• Accessories: windshields, audio upgrades, storage, and lighting packages are sold separately and can add up quickly.
• Financing: interest rates and loan terms change the total you pay over time, even when the sticker price stays the same.

Ask for an out-the-door quote that lists every line so you can compare offers.

Rules for operating a Slingshot depend on your state. Some states treat it as a motorcycle, some as an autocycle with its own category, and requirements for a license endorsement and for helmets vary. Check your state's motor vehicle agency before you buy so you know what you need to ride legally.

Insurance is a separate question. Some insurers write autocycle policies and others do not, so request quotes early. A premium that is higher than expected can change which trim makes sense for you.

A used Slingshot can lower the entry price, since the vehicle loses value like most new vehicles do. Older model years may differ in features and styling, so compare equipment rather than just the sticker. Look at the maintenance records and the condition of the tires, brakes, and drivetrain. If you buy used, have a qualified mechanic inspect the vehicle first.

This page covers new 2026 pricing only. For used examples, check current listings in your area and compare asking prices against the original MSRP of the same trim and year.

MSRPs are set by the manufacturer and can change between model years. Trim names, options, and packaging sometimes change too. The figures here come from Carscoops and were checked on Oct 12, 2026. Before you commit, confirm the current price on the Polaris website or with a dealer quote.