The 2013 Polaris RANGER 800 EFI Midsize combined the power of Polaris’s 760cc twin-cylinder engine with a smaller two-seat utility chassis. With a claimed 50 horsepower, a 58-inch width and substantial work ratings, it offered buyers considerably more performance than the contemporary RANGER 400 and RANGER 500 without requiring the larger footprint of a full-size RANGER.
Polaris introduced the model for customers who wanted a compact utility UTV for hunting, farming, property maintenance and trail riding but did not want to give up big-bore power. Its 58-inch width also made it easier to store, trailer and transport than the company’s wider full-size models.
Compact RANGER Chassis With 50 Horsepower
The RANGER 800 EFI Midsize used a liquid-cooled, 760cc four-stroke twin-cylinder engine producing a claimed 50 horsepower. Electronic fuel injection provided automatic altitude and temperature compensation, while the Polaris PVT automatic transmission included High, Low, Neutral and Reverse ranges.
This was the same displacement class associated with several larger Polaris machines of the period, but the Midsize placed that performance in a vehicle measuring 108 inches long and 58 inches wide. At a claimed dry weight of 1,085 pounds, its power-to-weight ratio was notably stronger than that of the smaller-displacement utility models sharing the midsize family.
Despite the similar name, this model should not be confused with the full-size Polaris RANGER 800 XP. The RANGER 800 XP was a wider three-seat machine with a larger cargo box, greater towing capacity and different suspension architecture.
AWD, Turf Mode and Independent Rear Suspension
Polaris equipped the RANGER 800 EFI Midsize with On-Demand True All-Wheel Drive. When additional traction was required, the system automatically engaged the front wheels and returned to two-wheel drive after the rear wheels regained traction.
VersaTrac Turf Mode unlocked the rear differential to reduce ground disturbance and tighten the turning radius. That made the machine better suited to lawns, landscaped property and other surfaces where a locked rear axle could damage the ground.
The front suspension used MacPherson struts with 8 inches of travel. Dual A-arm independent rear suspension provided 9 inches of travel and adjustable preload for carrying cargo. Ground clearance was 10 inches.
Work Capacity
Although smaller than the full-size RANGERs, the 800 Midsize retained useful hauling and towing capability:
- 500-pound cargo-box capacity
- 1,000-pound total payload capacity
- 1,250-pound hitch towing capacity
- Standard 2-inch receiver
- Gas-assisted dump box
- Lock & Ride cargo system
The cargo box measured approximately 32 inches long, 42 inches wide and 11.5 inches deep. Polaris offered compatible Lock & Ride accessories, cab components, windshields and snowplows for owners who wanted to configure the vehicle for work or seasonal use.
2013 Polaris RANGER 800 EFI Midsize Specifications
| Specification | 2013 RANGER 800 EFI Midsize |
|---|---|
| Engine | Liquid-cooled four-stroke twin-cylinder |
| Displacement | 760cc |
| Claimed horsepower | 50 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection |
| Transmission | Automatic Polaris PVT with High/Low/Neutral/Reverse |
| Drive system | On-Demand True AWD, 2WD and VersaTrac Turf Mode |
| Front suspension | MacPherson strut; 8 inches of travel |
| Rear suspension | Dual A-arm independent rear suspension; 9 inches of travel |
| Brakes | Four-wheel hydraulic disc |
| Front tires | 25 x 8-12 |
| Rear tires | 25 x 11-12 |
| Wheelbase | 72 inches |
| Overall dimensions | 108 x 58 x 73 inches |
| Ground clearance | 10 inches |
| Claimed dry weight | 1,085 pounds |
| Fuel capacity | 9 gallons |
| Cargo-box dimensions | 32 x 42 x 11.5 inches |
| Cargo-box capacity | 500 pounds |
| Payload capacity | 1,000 pounds |
| Towing capacity | 1,250 pounds |
| Seating capacity | Two |
Colors and Limited Edition
The standard 2013 RANGER 800 EFI Midsize was offered in Sage Green and Polaris Pursuit Camo. Polaris also offered a Nuclear Sunset Orange Limited Edition, giving the work-focused model a more distinctive appearance.
A Nuclear Sunset Orange RANGER 800 Midsize also became part of Polaris history when it was identified as the one-millionth Polaris product built at the company’s Spirit Lake facility in September 2012.
Where the RANGER 800 Midsize Fits in Polaris History
The RANGER 800 EFI Midsize occupied an interesting position in the 2013 lineup. It delivered substantially more power than the RANGER 500 Midsize, while remaining smaller and lighter than the full-size RANGER 800 XP.
Its arrival also coincided with the introduction of the substantially redesigned 2013 RANGER XP 900. The XP 900 represented Polaris’s next generation of full-size utility UTVs, while the 800 Midsize retained the established compact platform for buyers who prioritized maneuverability.
The RANGER lineup has expanded and changed considerably since 2013. See our history of the Polaris RANGER for a broader look at how the midsize, full-size, CREW, electric and enclosed-cab models evolved.
Specifications are based on Polaris model information available when the 2013 RANGER 800 EFI Midsize was introduced. Equipment and specifications could vary by trim and market.
