UTV Sport
2025 Can-Am Maverick R
999cc Inline-3 (turbo), liquid-cooled
$44,999
View full specsCan-Am Maverick R vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Can-Am Maverick R vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 240 vs 82 hp, 999 vs 999 cc, 2050 vs 2040 lb, $44,999 vs $30,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Utility
2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power 240 hp vs 82 hp Maverick R wins
Lower price $44,999 vs $30,999 Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Lighter 2050 lb vs 2040 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 999 cc Tie
Ground clearance 15 in vs 13 in Maverick R wins
Towing n/a vs 2,500 lb Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Across measured specs the Maverick R leads in 3 categories and the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 4. Comparing UTVs, the Maverick R runs a 999 cc inline-3 (turbo) making about 240 hp, while the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. The Maverick R has the power edge (240 hp vs 82 hp). The Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar is lighter at 2040 lb (vs 2050 lb). At $30,999 the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Maverick R Can-Am · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 (turbo) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 240 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic 7-speed DCT | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 2050 lb (930 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 77 in (195.6 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 105 in (266.7 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 12 gal (45.4 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $44,999 | $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.