EPS or base: which Sportsman 570 to pick
The base Sportsman 570 has no power steering. It is fine for flat ground, food plots and lighter riders. EPS adds electronic power steering, and it matters more than people expect. If you plow snow, run a front rack loaded with feed, or ride rocky trails all day, EPS saves your arms. EPS models usually cost a little more used, and they hold value because most buyers want them. If you are between the two and the budget allows, take the EPS.
What the 570 is good for
- Farm and property work. Racks front and rear, a real tow rating, and low-range gearing for pulling a trailer or a drag.
- Hunting. Quiet enough at low speed, narrow enough for most gates and trails, and easy to fit a gun boot or rack bag.
- Trail riding. Not a sport quad, but comfortable for all-day rides at places within reach of Clarksville and Louisville.
Years and what changed
Polaris gave the Sportsman 570 a major update for 2021: stiffer frame, better front geometry, more legroom and improved cooling. 2021-and-newer machines feel noticeably more planted than earlier ones. From 2022 on, Polaris added trim options like Ride Command on upper packages. Earlier 570s (2014-2020) are still solid machines and cheaper, but if you can find a 2021-or-newer at the right price, that is the one to grab. The units below are recent-year machines with low miles.
What to check on a used Sportsman 570
- CV boots for tears and grease sling
- Front prop shaft and AWD engagement in gear
- Belt condition and clutch engagement off the line
- Rack mounts and frame welds if it lived on a farm
- Service history for oil and coolant changes
Our shop checks all of this before a unit goes live, and we will walk you through anything we found.
Buying from Clarksville, remote until December 2026
Our Clarksville showroom at 305 E Lewis and Clark Pkwy opens in person on 2026-12-01. Until then we sell online and remote-only: remote signing, free delivery within 150 miles, and trade-ins welcome — value your trade here. Start with a soft-pull pre-approval that does not touch your credit score; we finance through local credit unions and banks. Want to compare other machines first? Browse the full side-by-side and ATV inventory or everything in stock. Questions on a specific unit: (812) 924-1039.
