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2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$29,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs CFMoto UForce U10 XL Pro Highland
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs 2026 CFMoto UForce U10 XL Pro Highland: 82 vs 88 hp, 976 cc vs 998 cc, 2050 lb dry vs 2374 lb dry, $29,999 vs $27,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 CFMoto UForce U10 XL Pro Highland
998cc Inline-three (DOHC, 12-valve), liquid-cooled
$27,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power82 hpvs88 hpUForce U10 XL Pro Highland wins
Lower price$29,999vs$27,499UForce U10 XL Pro Highland wins
Weight2050 lb dryvs2374 lb dryDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs998 ccUForce U10 XL Pro Highland wins
Ground clearance15 invs13 inDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender MAX HD10 Limited leads in 2 categories and the UForce U10 XL Pro Highland in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender MAX HD10 Limited uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 82 hp, while the UForce U10 XL Pro Highland uses a 998 cc inline-three (dohc, 12-valve) with about 88 hp. The UForce U10 XL Pro Highland has the power edge (88 hp vs 82 hp). The Defender MAX HD10 Limited is lighter at 2050 lb (vs 2374 lb). At $27,499 the UForce U10 XL Pro Highland is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender MAX HD10 Limited Can-Am · 2025 View | UForce U10 XL Pro Highland CFMoto · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Inline-three (DOHC, 12-valve) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 88 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | OmniDrive automatic CVT (P/R/N/H/L) |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 2374 lb (1077 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (307.3 cm) | 112.5 in (285.8 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 11.8 gal (44.7 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $29,999 | $27,499 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.