The best feature of our 2010 Polaris RZR 4 Robby Gordon Edition was not its exhaust, skid protection or FOX shocks. It was the ability to load four people into one sport UTV and head down the trail together.
That family-friendly capability earned our nearly stock RZR 4 the title of UTV of the Month for March 2010. Most vehicles selected for this feature were extensively modified, but this machine demonstrated that an important UTV build did not need a long list of aftermarket parts. The original RZR 4 was already capable of changing how a family experienced the outdoors.
A Sport UTV the Family Could Share
Before the RZR 4 arrived, buyers who needed four seats generally had to choose a utility-oriented side-by-side or move into a custom-built vehicle. Polaris offered another option by combining four individual seats with the performance-focused design of the RZR platform.
Our experience with the machine reinforced that concept. Instead of splitting the family between multiple vehicles, everyone could ride together. The 800-class twin-cylinder engine provided enough performance for recreational trail riding, while the longer chassis and 12 inches of suspension travel helped make rough terrain more comfortable for all four occupants.
Polaris listed a top speed of approximately 61 mph, but outright speed was not the reason this RZR 4 stood out. Its real appeal was how naturally it blended four-passenger versatility with the responsive character expected from a sport UTV.
A Cabin Designed Around Four Riders
The RZR 4 cabin included several thoughtful details for a vehicle introduced in 2010. The driver had tilt steering with approximately 10 inches of adjustment, along with a seat that could move about four inches forward or rearward. That made it easier for drivers of different sizes to get comfortable.
All four bucket seats were interchangeable and adjustable. The front passenger received an adjustable grab bar, while the second row featured elevated stadium-style seating. Raising the rear occupants improved their view of the trail and helped the cabin feel less enclosed.
Rear passengers also had a dedicated handrail, two cup holders and a 12-volt accessory outlet. These details may sound routine today, but they helped establish the original RZR 4 as a purpose-built four-passenger sport machine instead of a two-seat model with an improvised rear bench.
Long-Wheelbase Ride Quality Without Losing Agility
A longer four-seat chassis naturally required more room to turn than a two-seat RZR, but the RZR 4 felt surprisingly manageable for its size. The extra wheelbase also provided a benefit in uneven terrain by helping the vehicle remain composed through dips, small jumps and rough trail sections.
The suspension used dual A-arms with 12 inches of travel at both ends. FOX Podium X 2.0 piggyback-reservoir shocks handled damping duties, while chromoly upper front A-arms added strength. Dual-rate rear springs and a rear anti-sway bar helped support the longer chassis and control body movement through corners.
Polaris On-Demand True AWD added traction when the rear wheels began to slip. The system automatically engaged the front drive when needed and returned to two-wheel drive after additional traction was no longer required. This allowed the driver to concentrate on the trail instead of manually locking and unlocking the front drivetrain.
Our RZR 4 Robby Gordon Edition Upgrades
We kept this RZR 4 close to stock because the factory platform already worked well for its intended purpose. The few modifications addressed exhaust performance, sound control and underbody protection:
- Muzzys dual exhaust with DigiTune fuel management
- Muzzys Whisper Core inserts to reduce exhaust volume
- Factory UTV A-arm guards for added front suspension protection
- Factory UTV skid plate for underbody protection on rocky trails
The result was not an extreme show build or dedicated race vehicle. It was a practical family trail machine with targeted upgrades that supported how we actually used it.
Key 2010 Polaris RZR 4 Features
- Liquid-cooled, fuel-injected 760cc High Output twin-cylinder engine marketed as the 800
- Automatic Polaris Variable Transmission with High, Low, Neutral, Reverse and Park
- On-Demand True AWD and two-wheel drive
- 12 inches of front and rear suspension travel
- FOX Podium X 2.0 piggyback-reservoir shocks
- Dual A-arm front suspension and rolled independent rear suspension
- Rear anti-sway bar and dual-rate rear springs
- 26-inch Maxxis Bighorn radial tires
- 12-inch cast-aluminum wheels
- Four adjustable bucket seats with stadium-style rear seating
- Claimed top speed of approximately 61 mph
Why This RZR 4 Earned UTV of the Month
Our 2010 RZR 4 was selected because it made sport riding more accessible to families. It provided useful speed, capable suspension and seating for four without requiring an extensive aftermarket conversion.
That combination would eventually become common throughout the sport side-by-side market. In 2010, however, the RZR 4 represented a major shift. It showed that a four-passenger UTV could be more than a stretched utility vehicle—it could be genuinely entertaining to drive.
For complete dimensions, specifications and the model’s place in the industry, see our 2010 Polaris RZR 4 800 history and specifications. For additional driving observations, cabin measurements and ownership details, read our original Polaris RZR 4 review. You can also follow its place in the broader history of the Polaris RZR.
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