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2025 Can-Am Defender HD10
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$16,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender HD10 vs Can-Am Defender HD7
2025 Can-Am Defender HD10 vs 2025 Can-Am Defender HD7: 82 vs 52 hp, 976 vs 650 cc, 1620 vs 1465 lb, $16,999 vs $12,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Can-Am Defender HD7
650cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 82 hp vs 52 hp Defender HD10 wins
Lower price $16,999 vs $12,999 Defender HD7 wins
Lighter 1620 lb vs 1465 lb Defender HD7 wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 650 cc Defender HD10 wins
Ground clearance 15 in vs 11 in Defender HD10 wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs 2,500 lb Tie
Across measured specs the Defender HD10 leads in 3 categories and the Defender HD7 in 3. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender HD10 runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 82 hp, while the Defender HD7 uses a 650 cc single-cylinder (rotax) rated near 52 hp. The Defender HD10 has the power edge (82 hp vs 52 hp). The Defender HD7 is lighter at 1465 lb (vs 1620 lb). At $12,999 the Defender HD7 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Defender HD10 Can-Am · 2025 View | Defender HD7 Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 650 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Single-cylinder (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 52 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1620 lb (735 kg) | 1465 lb (665 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 62 in (157.5 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 83 in (210.8 cm) | 83 in (210.8 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 11 in (27.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $16,999 | $12,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.