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2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10
999cc Inline-3 (Rotax ACE), liquid-cooled
$19,799
View full specsCan-Am Defender XT HD10 vs Can-Am Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10
2027 Can-Am Defender XT HD10 vs 2027 Can-Am Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10: 80 vs 82 hp, 999 cc vs 976 cc, 1870 lb dry vs 2042 lb dry, $19,799 vs $26,099. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Can-Am Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$26,099
View full specsAt a glance
More power80 hpvs82 hpDefender XU 6x6 XT HD10 wins
Lower price$19,799vs$26,099Defender XT HD10 wins
Weight1870 lb dryvs2042 lb dryDefender XT HD10 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs976 ccDefender XT HD10 wins
Ground clearance13 invs13 inTie
Towing2,500 lbvs3,000 lbDefender XU 6x6 XT HD10 wins
Across measured specs the Defender XT HD10 leads in 4 categories and the Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10 in 2. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender XT HD10 uses a 999 cc inline-3 (rotax ace) with about 80 hp, while the Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10 uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 82 hp. The Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10 has the power edge (82 hp vs 80 hp). The Defender XT HD10 is lighter at 1870 lb (vs 2042 lb). At $19,799 the Defender XT HD10 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Defender XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | Defender XU 6x6 XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 976 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (Rotax ACE) | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 80 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | pDrive + QRS CVT (L/H/N/R/P) | PRO-TORQ QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 4WD/6WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1870 lb (848 kg) | 2042 lb (926 kg) |
| Overall width | 65 in (165.1 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 85 in (215.9 cm) | 115.5 in (293.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 11.9 gal (45 L) | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 3,000 lb (1361 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $19,799 | $26,099 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.