My wife and I rented a 5-speed manual slingshot in Colorado and drove it over Cottonwood Pass. We had so much fun in the open air blasting through the mountainous scenery. It was four hours of our life we will always cherish but I would never buy a Slingshot. A month later we were proud owners of a new manual trans Mazda Miata.
@derrickjscottds
2 жыл бұрын
My suggestion is to get the 5 speed manual. It is definitely more of a visceral drive than the auto and more fun. However, the auto with paddles make it interesting to drive than just having the plain auto, which can feel cumbersome.
@KevinOfDevon
2 жыл бұрын
I agree. Paddle shifters used properly make a big difference.
@bobfeyers3651
2 жыл бұрын
These Guys 100% missed the Point!! I have had my 2021 Slingshot (MANUAL 5 SPEED) for over a year and have over 8000 miles on it and can't get enough of it! I seen the CR video and thought WHY DID THEY GET AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION? I am a sport bike rider and love curves but this makes me happy to drive. I added the Polaris accessory of 25HP (stock on the R Model) and wider wheels and it is glued to the road in curves. Took it to Deals Gap for a few days and could not stop laughing. The CR guys have completely missed the mark on that review... disappointing.
@coryt8632
2 жыл бұрын
Amen
@djrekklessdmv8757
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely missed the point.
@patrickgile320
2 жыл бұрын
I never got why you'd want a Slingshot. If you want a convertible, buy a Miata. If you want a motorcycle, get a sport bike. And if you live in Massachusetts, you have to register it on motorcycle plates, which means you have to wear a helmet. I'll take a used Miata and a Ninja instead.
@bradweinberger6907
2 жыл бұрын
80% of states you don't need a helmet.
@davidmccarthy6061
2 жыл бұрын
I know, right? I would even choose one of the 3-wheel motorcycles over this, or a bike with a side car to be really unique.
@KevinOfDevon
2 жыл бұрын
See my comment above.
@edroman2042
2 жыл бұрын
I can't get over this video. I think your missing the point entirely. It's not a car and it shouldn't be compared to a Miata or any other convertible for that matter. It's also not a motorcycle. I will admit the autodrive needs to be improved significantly but the manual transmission is awesome and shifts smoothly. Also as far as power is concerned I can guarantee it's faster than any stock Miata, times are 0-60 in the high fours. That's not to say the Miata is not a good car, Miata's are awesome and handle great but it's in a different class all by itself. And to mention the power of an SUV in this segment is absurd. It is a bit noisy but that's part of the experience of being out in the open air. Have you heard a Harley compared to a sport bike? to some Harley's make nothing but noise, to each his own though. I own 2 of these in manual that I rent out on a car sharing platform and over 75% of the renters want to purchase one and some have. Your also missing many of the features the vehicle comes with and also the fact that it's gas mileage is excellent around 45 hwy, 35 city. Let's talk safety. Is a car safer than a slingshot? of course! but a slingshot is safer than a motorcycle and people still buy motorcycles. Let's talk about the 3 wheels, a Can-Am Spyder is a motorcycle with 3 wheels and it's still not safer than a slingshot. not to say there's anything wrong with Can-Am's but the slingshot has a tubular frame that offers some protection. You want a car... buy a car. You want a convertible... buy a convertible. You want a motorcycle... buy a motorcycle. You want something in between that handles great, offers an unique immersive experience, draws attention and has great gas mileage, buy a Slingshot, nothing comes close. Unless you've driven one (manual preferably) you can't judge it.
@snakerb
2 жыл бұрын
As a motorcyclist, I didn’t like the idea of the Polaris at first, but it has grown on me. Still wouldn’t own one, but I’d gladly rent one for a day.
@KevinOfDevon
2 жыл бұрын
This is for car drivers who want most of the good experience of a motorcycle, but much safer than a motorcycle (stability, cage, roll bar, etc.). The fun dramatically increases after the learning curve: accelerating, highways driving, handling, shifting, weather prep. Shifting is MUCH smoother when the driver does it (either manual or paddle shifting with very slight pause off the gas.) The downsides of the open-air experience is well known beforehand, and still better than a motorcycle for car drivers. I’m nearly a year in, and absolutely love it.
@reymustanggt4082
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent idea to talk about a Slingshot, especially when it's hard to get a new car, it's an interesting option about buying a car or this.
@timothywhite8766
2 жыл бұрын
Not a vehicle I'd consider buying but I have been curious as to what engine, the price, etc. I see these on the road most weekends here in Florida. I enjoyed this episode!
@GeorgeKnighton
2 жыл бұрын
I can’t help wondering how much your perspectives might have changed if you had a manual transmission. Your viewers might have appreciated knowing more about the engine used and whether the vehicle had some modern control systems like ABS.
@mjareacts2731
Жыл бұрын
It's not even the fact that they didn't have a traditional manual shifter, they obviously weren't familiar with how to force shift the Autodrive transmission by modulating the gas pedal.
@mjareacts2731
Жыл бұрын
It's clear to me that these guys from Consumer Reports have absolutely no idea how to properly operate a Polaris Slingshot, nor do they seem to care to learn from what I'm hearing. With an Autodrive model (without the paddles) in particular, you can't drive it like a regular automatic transmission vehicle and expect to get a good ride out of it. You pretty much force it to shift by modulating the throttle ever so slightly, but admittedly it takes practice. The Slingshot community is huge, instead of sitting around bashing something you don't understand talk to the community, in fact maybe do a video with actual slingshot owners.
@andyjprice7492
2 жыл бұрын
If you want a car like experience, buy a car. if you want a motorcycle like experience, buy a bike. This review is (IMHO) is off base for a couple of reasons. 1. You tested an automatic when a manual is available? What car person does that? B. You keep comparing to a four wheeled vehicle (spoiler alert, it's not.) Your review is sort of like sitting around complaining that the picture quality of the radio you bought doesn't compare to your TV. Also, why did you keep talking about it being trackable? Slingshot owners (my self being one) typically don't buy them for the track. Is it noisy? Yes. Is it designed for open road highway driving? Not really. I'm 60 years old, owned numerous motorcycles and cars, including some really nice Mustangs, and I have enjoyed the Slingshot more than any toy I have bought. That's what it is, a toy to be enjoyed, not a mode of transportation. If you buy it for that reason and understanding exactly what you are purchasing, the Slingshot is a complete blast.
@mmmmm5556
2 жыл бұрын
If it was available in a stick shift... why didn't you get the manual stick?
@judih.8754
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe a manual transmission would have offered a different (better) test experience. But for the money they want I'd buy an all weather sports car. My Miata is safe in the garage.
@B0rnToSlay
2 жыл бұрын
I've driven the manual Slingshot and I think their comments are valid and would still apply. I've also driven a few Miatas and an S2000, I would take any of those over a Slingshot any day
@ArnoSchmidt70
2 жыл бұрын
Those 3 had fun today! Might be the boss was not around?
@davidlim8602
2 жыл бұрын
How about trying an Ariel Atom soon?
@arneldobumatay3702
2 жыл бұрын
Gray is the shirt color of the day! Seriously, that vehicle is something I'd be interested if I had the money. Odd thing here in "Sillycon" Valley, I've never seen one on the road, even though there's a local dealer.
@notconvincedgranny6573
2 жыл бұрын
I've seen at least five in Sacramento in the past couple of months.
@gregnutter4658
2 жыл бұрын
I had a 2021 R model Slingshot. I had the auto. Bought it brand new. I hated the brakes, clunk in the universal, and the way it down shifted. I had it for 11 months abd sold and bought a Vanderhall, it's much better.
@FloridaClay
2 жыл бұрын
Fun to watch guys
@stevenf927
2 жыл бұрын
Unlike a convertible, there is no top for rainy or cold weather. Or to protect it when parked - people passing by can just hop in, maybe grab something, etc. And it would benefit from being garage kept more than most vehicles.
@craigmerkey8518
2 жыл бұрын
I have seen a few of these on the road, I am curious about the safety. The driver choices were making me and everyone else around feel a sensation.
@joycebricker3814
2 жыл бұрын
I own a 2015 5 speed I like it, drove it on a 1400 mile road trip. Made lots of friends, what kind of motor does it have? Gas
@edroman2042
2 жыл бұрын
It's a Polaris 2.0 4 cylinder engine. Revs to over 8k with no loss of power through the entire band. Like driving a race car.
@NickCager
Жыл бұрын
Sensational review.
@BellionaireStudios
Жыл бұрын
My gramps would love these guys lololol
@denisleblanc4506
2 жыл бұрын
How would you compare this with the BRP Spyder? Of course the seating positions are completely different but what about handling and driving?
@davidm5707
2 жыл бұрын
Maybe a tricycle isn't meant to be driven at the limit? Why would you even try?
@mikelip9146
2 жыл бұрын
Why only take one question?
@thwipp89
2 жыл бұрын
it's unfortunate the driving experience doesn't seem to be a good one. they look cool but i i'd need something with protection from the weather. they need something with a removable top and cover for where there are no windows on the doors.
@nicholasarceri6613
2 жыл бұрын
I just cant see anything the Polaris does better than a Miata for the same price. But given $20k+ I'd go for a classic Manx style beach buggy with some hot parts. Timeless looks that no one can hate, same low low weight and a more tunable chassis than the Polaris.
@johnstapler5956
2 жыл бұрын
I have a 93 Miata for a toy. I also have a Rebel 500 mc as another toy. Growing up with beetles I've always wanted a dune buggy and still may buy one someday
@Rl469
2 жыл бұрын
This automated manual seems akin to the Citromatic transmission used by Citroën in the DS, though that transmission was automated by hydraulics.
@gordonmckenney4525
2 жыл бұрын
The Sling Shot with A Normal Automatic Transmission would not pass it's Dot Maximum Weight requirement of going under 1,700 pounds in order to be registered as A Motor Cycle as The Can Am Three Wheel Motor Cycle.
@benjaminpage4288
2 жыл бұрын
Grey shirt day at consumer reports. You should have at least mentioned the Can Am Spyder
@SilverScarletSpider
2 жыл бұрын
Please talk about how Toyota/Honda and Lexus/Acura products are the only cars and depreciating assets worth buying.
@bradweinberger6907
2 жыл бұрын
Toyota/lexus yes. Honda, not so much anymore
@michaelcavalier8750
2 жыл бұрын
I would be interested to see you review a Vanderhall Venice.
@The_MAC_CAT
2 жыл бұрын
Would have been nice to compare with a normal trike motorcycle like a Harley Davison 3 wheel motorcycle (a normal trike)
@RigiLiquid945
2 жыл бұрын
I have seen a lot of Can Am Spyders in Canada, and I have seen only 1 slingshot at a cancer fundraiser biker reunion.
@cashxx
2 жыл бұрын
Should do the same video on a Vanderhall.?
@aceofspades6667
2 жыл бұрын
easy to flip this if taking corners fast? call this a trike ? Test a BAC Mono.
@davidmccarthy6061
2 жыл бұрын
I saw one once on a road trip in Wisconsin a few years ago, on a warm sunny Sunday, which is about the limited use of it in Northern states. A neighbor a few houses down had one for a year and then it was gone. I didn't see it out much. A rich toy if you have space to park it but I see there are a ton of used ones for sale. I can't believe it's still made so maybe Polaris has a 50% profit margin on the thing.
@kengreenberg
2 жыл бұрын
One of the more responsible, caveat emptor segments Talking Cars has ever done. Kudos.
@TealSide
2 жыл бұрын
"Contraption " haha
@thermionic8530
Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your discussions about automobiles, plus enjoyed this one, even though it wasn't an automobile. Yep, totally agree on the Polaris being over-priced for what one gets in that package. The Slingshot takes the worst part of motorcycling and automobiles, puts it together as a weird contraption, then over sells it as being fun. Like driving a Yugo, with an American twist!
@axcellgrease
2 жыл бұрын
Slingshot……🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 buy a used Corvette!
@hereigoagain5050
2 жыл бұрын
I was Slingshot curious. Not anymore.
@thwipp89
2 жыл бұрын
me, too.
@cashxx
2 жыл бұрын
I just don't see the price being worth it. Frame and plastic and barely any safety features for the same price as a Miata at above 32k for a fully featured one to match a Miata some what. Yea, bare bones they start at about 20k but not worth it. Auto transmission is terrible, but paddles do help. Noise from the rear is terrible as well. Spot on about it feeling like a go cart and what I always said it felt like. The new hoods look amazing though. They always had problems with the angle drive that is a Polaris built part and had issues with the new engine that is a Polaris built part and they should have kept the GM engine and put a turbo in it! I'd like to see a turbo Polaris engine version as I doubt we'll ever see another motor change now from a Polaris engine and cheaper prices. Fully loaded for 20-25k would be great price. I don't care about the safety stuff or 3 wheel. It's supposed to be a little dangerous like a motorcycle. Look at motorcycles and other 3 wheelers like the Vanderhall, TRex, etc. But where I care is the price and what you get for the same price and all the features of a Miata and safety features where the Slingshot is the same price point and has almost none of those features. Same for motorcycles over 20k, just don't get the prices, not worth it! Its just a frame and plastic or some sheet metal!
@cyberbrox5
2 жыл бұрын
Get a real car for that price, you can get a GTI for that.
@tomjanowski8584
2 жыл бұрын
I have always wondered about the Slingshot. Thanks for taking the time to offer your opinions about it.
@aceofspades6667
2 жыл бұрын
ND or ND2 > this all day long..
@drj6418
2 жыл бұрын
I have loved your show and have been watching it since it's onset. I was even fortunate to visit your center in Connecticut several years ago. Unfortunately, these days it seems that most of what you now review are either EV's or weird atypical vehicles. Those of us who are huge fans of standard internal combustion engine cars and SUV's don't have much to watch anymore on your channel. I usually either don't watch anymore or view the stories for a few minutes, then turn away. I guess it's the sign of the times!
@bradweinberger6907
2 жыл бұрын
They are 50/50. If you go look at there last 10 videos.
@dktest5610
2 жыл бұрын
Kudos for tackling something unique, something other than yet another lackluster Chevy SUV.
@Buc_Stops_Here
2 жыл бұрын
It is so cute that Jake is so excited about this car. Too bad he does not like it too much and neither do any of them. I got to rent one of these once, and to be honest, their dislike is not misplaced.
@drivesanoldcar
2 жыл бұрын
too bad
@radudeATL
2 жыл бұрын
Alex has a face for television.
@thwipp89
2 жыл бұрын
really appreciate this episode on the slingshot. i was seriously intrigued and interested in this, so it was good to gain better insight. they look like a smaller version of something batman would drive in the recent batman movies but it sounds like they're just not as fun to drive as they look.
@reymustanggt4082
2 жыл бұрын
I don't think a motorcycle license is required for a Slingshot?
@derrickjscottds
2 жыл бұрын
It depends on which state you live in
@desert-fax-only
2 жыл бұрын
Great sensational review! I wonder how the third wheel feels like in the contraption. I hope its next design cycle makes it better to keep motoring on.
@rolan2dr
2 жыл бұрын
Entire episode talking about a slingshot? A bit disappointed.
@cityatlant1238
2 жыл бұрын
Mazda should make one. That will be a blast! Mazda engine and transmission with that low weight and open air feeling. Somebody call Mazda please.
@lukerinderknecht2982
2 жыл бұрын
What you're describing is the MX-5 😆
@foxlake6750
2 жыл бұрын
My bet is, the first time you are caught in a rain storm with your wife, it will be up for sale. As a biker for 30 years, riding around in 100 degree heat with a helmet etc. is not fun. A convertible car is a much better choice.
@tomdrummy4984
2 жыл бұрын
I’m driving a Polaris slingshot ……….please notice me !!! 🤣
@ItsAlive111
2 жыл бұрын
The joke of all bikers
@lukerinderknecht2982
2 жыл бұрын
I hate to generalize, but this vehicle has Boomer written all over it. I'll stick with my Miata.
@67697072
2 жыл бұрын
Death trap !!!
@jonny555ive
2 жыл бұрын
So it's poo poo, gotcha. Thanks I will put my $50,000 back in my pocket.
@JPS1990
Жыл бұрын
50k? Wtf are you talking about the base manual is 21k. That’s all you need. These guys hated it before they ever even tested it
@Supernaut2000
2 жыл бұрын
What a stupid vehicle. A fool and his money are soon parted.
@Carlostheaggie
2 жыл бұрын
I never understood this car, worst of both worlds and looks goofy to me when I see people riding it.
@TwoHawksHunting
2 жыл бұрын
I laugh at everyone I see driving these things. They are three wheeled misfits. They are purchased on a whim and disposed of expeditiously.
@ljaraz
2 жыл бұрын
Please stick to cars that most people actually buy. I am a fan of the show but feel you are getting way off track with reviewing vehicles that most people don’t care about.
@thwipp89
2 жыл бұрын
i was very interested in this. they always seem to talk about SUVs and trucks, which i'm not interested in. glad they tackled something different for a change.
@mss627
2 жыл бұрын
Why are you wasting our time with this bullshit? Next week on talking cars: The Space Shuttle.
@bradweinberger6907
2 жыл бұрын
You don't have to watch
@davidmccarthy6061
2 жыл бұрын
It's a motor vehicle. True, a review in Cycle World is more appropriate but I also can see having experience with a wide variety of vehicles for comparison knowledge. If CR only tested pickups they couldn't tell you much beneficial information about a new Camry or Miata other than saying, "It isn't like a pickup."
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