UTVUtility
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$29,999
View full specsCan-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs Kawasaki Ridge Crew
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs 2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew: 82 vs 116 hp, 976 cc vs 999 cc, 2050 lb dry vs 2247 lb dry, $29,999 vs $23,599. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew
999cc Inline-4 (DOHC), liquid-cooled
$23,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power82 hpvs116 hpRidge Crew wins
Lower price$29,999vs$23,599Ridge Crew wins
Weight2050 lb dryvs2247 lb dryDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccRidge Crew wins
Ground clearance15 invs14.4 inDefender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Defender MAX HD10 Limited leads in 2 categories and the Ridge Crew in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender MAX HD10 Limited uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 82 hp, while the Ridge Crew uses a 999 cc inline-4 (dohc) with about 116 hp. The Ridge Crew has the power edge (116 hp vs 82 hp). The Defender MAX HD10 Limited is lighter at 2050 lb (vs 2247 lb). At $23,599 the Ridge Crew is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender MAX HD10 Limited Can-Am · 2025 View | Ridge Crew Kawasaki · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Inline-4 (DOHC) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 116 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 2247 lb (1019 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (307.3 cm) | 122.2 in (310.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 14.4 in (36.6 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $29,999 | $23,599 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.