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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 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am Defender MAX HD10 Limited vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 82 vs 82 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 2050 vs 2040 lb, $29,999 vs $30,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 82 hp vs 82 hp Tie
Lower price $29,999 vs $30,999 Defender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Lighter 2050 lb vs 2040 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 999 cc Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Ground clearance 15 in vs 13 in Defender MAX HD10 Limited wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs 2,500 lb Tie
Across measured specs the Defender MAX HD10 Limited leads in 3 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 3. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender MAX HD10 Limited runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 82 hp, while the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. Both are rated for identical power. The Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar is lighter at 2040 lb (vs 2050 lb). At $29,999 the Defender MAX HD10 Limited is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Defender MAX HD10 Limited Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PRO-TORQ) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 62 in (157.5 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 121 in (307.3 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $29,999 | $30,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.