Polaris GEM eL XD vs Atlas 2 Passenger
Side-by-side comparison across specs, pricing, and overall score — every value traced to a source.
Verdict: Atlas 2 Passenger ranks highest overall (#6) with a score of 39.7.
The best choice still depends on which specs matter for your workload — per-metric winners are marked below.
What the numbers hide
Computed from the published values below — no estimates, no generated claims.
Fragile verdict
The overall winner flips to Polaris GEM eL XD if Range is weighted at 20% (it counts for 21% today). If range drives your decision, the ranking above may not be your ranking.
Fragile verdict
The overall winner flips to Polaris GEM eL XD if Battery Capacity is weighted at 15% (it counts for 11% today). If battery capacity drives your decision, the ranking above may not be your ranking.
Real tradeoff
Polaris GEM eL XD clearly beats Atlas 2 Passenger on Battery Capacity but clearly loses on Range — this pair is a priorities question, not a quality question.
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| Metric | Polaris GEM eL XDPolaris GEM | Atlas 2 PassengerAtlas |
|---|---|---|
| Overall OptiSift Score | 36.4#11 | 39.7#6 |
| Top Speed | 25 | 25 |
| Range | 86 | 90 |
| Battery Capacity | 6.48 | 5.04 |
| Motor Power | 8.7 | 6.7 |
| Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
| MSRP | — | 11,999 |
| Warranty | 4 | 3 |
| Charge Time | 6 | 6 |
| Street Legal (LSV) | Yes | Yes |
About these golf carts
#11Polaris GEM eL XD
Polaris GEM
Street-legal electric utility truck with sturdy build, generous ground clearance, and 1,629-lb payload.
#6Atlas 2 Passenger
Atlas
The Atlas 2 Passenger is a compact LSV with 105Ah lithium battery, 5kW AC motor, and the industry's first lifetime powertrain warranty.