ATVUtility
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450
443cc Single-cylinder (4-stroke), liquid-cooled
$6,999
View full specsArctic Cat Alterra 450 vs Kymco MXU 450i LE
2027 Arctic Cat Alterra 450 vs 2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE: 30 vs 31.95 hp (unverified estimates), 443 cc vs 443 cc, 613 lb dry vs 590.8 lb dry, $6,999 vs $7,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$7,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power30 hp est.vs31.95 hpUnverified estimates
Lower price$6,999vs$7,499Alterra 450 wins
Weight613 lb dryvs590.8 lb dryMXU 450i LE wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs443 ccTie
Ground clearance10.2 invs10.2 inTie
Towing1,050 lbvs802 lbAlterra 450 wins
Across measured specs the Alterra 450 leads in 3 categories and the MXU 450i LE in 1. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Alterra 450 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (4-stroke) with about 30 hp, while the MXU 450i LE uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 31.95 hp. At least one horsepower figure is an unverified estimate, so this comparison does not declare a power winner. The MXU 450i LE is lighter at 590.8 lb (vs 613 lb). At $6,999 the Alterra 450 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Alterra 450 Arctic Cat · 2027 View | MXU 450i LE Kymco · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 443 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (4-stroke) | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 30 hp | 31.95 hp |
| Fuel system | Electronic fuel injection | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) with engine braking |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with front differential lock | Push-button on-demand 2WD/4WD with differential lock and shaft drive |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 613 lb (278 kg) | 590.8 lb (268 kg) |
| Overall width | 44 in (111.8 cm) | 48.4 in (122.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.7 in (121.2 cm) | 48.2 in (122.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.3 gal (16.3 L) | 3.96 gal (15 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 802 lb (364 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,999 | $7,499 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.