As pictured, the 2023 Summit X uses PowderMax X-Light with FlexEdge track. The Expert Package model uses a similar track but with full width rods that the restrict the edges of the track from flexing.

If you're planning to keep the sled more than two years, the X is probably the way to go. SP shocks last only a season and aren't rebuildable, and Doo wants a ridiculous amount for replacement shocks. If you're not planning to keep it long term or want upgraded suspension, get the SP.

In general, a Summit X is for all purpose mountain riding, Expert is for technical trees and steep sidehills, Freeride is for backcountry jumps.

The 2023 Summit X with Expert Package reveals winter's full potential with an all-new REV Gen5 platform, dynamic power of the 850 E-TEC Turbo R and rider-inspired features that push riders to elevate their game beyond what they ever thought possible.

Ski-Doo Summit Neo+ Top speed limited at around 100 km/h (62 mph)

A full helping of Summit deep-snow fun in a mid-sized sled that's perfect for beginners, smaller riders or those looking for a less intimidating ride at a great price.

* The new Gen 5 Summit truly is mountain specific. It boasts new LED lighting, a much narrower chassis with no windshield. The chassis is a full three inches narrower than the Gen 4 where the running board meets the bellypan. It is also 8 to 16 pounds lighter depending on the model.

The most specialized mountain sled out there plus the benefits of E-TEC technology. Designed for the mountains. Summit-specific side panels are powder dynamically designed to glide smoothly through snow in any position, easing roll-up and sidehilling. tMotion Rear Suspension Carves with you.

Summit snowmobiles are powered by one of three Rotax 2-stroke engines - including the strongest factory-built turbocharged 2-stroke engine - the 850 E-TEC Turbo R. Each offers instant response, breathtaking acceleration and seamless power. Learn more.

The main difference between freeride skis and all-mountain skis is that freeride skis are typically wider than all-mountain skis and are designed for exploring the mountain.

Among the big Ski-Doo news for 2024: The brand is bringing its 180 horsepower 850 Turbo R engine to the flatland category in an MXZ model in a very unique way, including a water-and-methanol-based cooling system for the intake tract. An electric Ski-Doo Grand Touring snowmobile was unveiled.

2023 Ski-Doo Renegade X-RS Ski-Doo has been late in coming with LED lighting as standard issue, along with their bigger hi-res color display. This new display, while big in size, does not have an on-board GPS and must be connected to a smart phone running the BRP Go app to display mapping and GPS functions.

Terrain and Temperature Interestingly, the temperature is also a factor with snowmobiles. Cooler air is denser when entering an engine. This can increase the power and cause the engine to run better than in warm weather.

Summit X

The Summit is the mountain model, the MXZ is the trail/cross country sled depending on the track length. If you want to ride off trail in the mountains. A 144 is the minimum most people would run.

The barrels are better on the Gen 5 guns, the trigger is better, you can get a MOS model, swappable backstraps are cool, and some people find the finger grooves annoying. A lot of people consider a Gen 3 as a starting point.