IAB Report - Polaris Slingshot is "interesting", but Indian launch depends on classification

Indian classification and regulations will decide whether the company introduces the Slingshot here.

Polaris, the makers of ATVs, debuted their performance oriented Slingshot three-wheeler last month. The 771 kg track machine is described by Mr. Pankaj Dubey, Managing Director, Polaris India Pvt. Ltd., as being "unique and interesting", however, its Indian launch remains a question mark.

Speaking to Indian Autos Blog, Mr. Dubey said that the Indian regulations and classification would need to be checked for the Slingshot. As the Slingshot is a three-wheeler, it may be under a different classification in India.

A 2.4-liter GM-developed EcoTec engine sends 172.9 bhp and 225 Nm of torque to the rear wheel with a 5-speed manual transmission and a carbon fiber reinforced belt drive.

The vehicle measures 3,799 mm in length, 1,971 mm in width, 1,318 mm in height and has a wheelbase of 2,667 mm with a ground clearance of 127 mm. It uses a double wishbone aluminium suspension and features 18-inch wheels at the front and a single 20-incher at the rear.

In the United States, the Slingshot is priced from USD 19,999 (INR 12.02 lakhs) to USD 23,999 (INR 14.42 lakhs).