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2025 Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000R
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$18,999
View full specsCan-Am Maverick Sport 1000R vs Polaris RZR XP 1000 Sport
2025 Can-Am Maverick Sport 1000R vs 2027 Polaris RZR XP 1000 Sport: 100 vs 114 hp, 976 vs 999 cc, 1450 vs 1586 lb, $18,999 vs $19,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Polaris RZR XP 1000 Sport
999cc Parallel-twin (ProStar 1000 DOHC), liquid-cooled
$19,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power100 hpvs114 hpRZR XP 1000 Sport wins
Lower price$18,999vs$19,999Maverick Sport 1000R wins
Lighter1450 lbvs1586 lbMaverick Sport 1000R wins
Bigger engine976 ccvs999 ccRZR XP 1000 Sport wins
Ground clearance12 invs14 inRZR XP 1000 Sport wins
Towingn/avsn/aTie
Across measured specs the Maverick Sport 1000R leads in 3 categoriesand the RZR XP 1000 Sport in 3. Comparing two sport UTVs, the Maverick Sport 1000R runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 100 hp, while the RZR XP 1000 Sport uses a 999 cc parallel-twin (prostar 1000 dohc) rated near 114 hp. The RZR XP 1000 Sport has the power edge (114 hp vs 100 hp). The Maverick Sport 1000R is lighter at 1450 lb (vs 1586 lb). At $18,999 the Maverick Sport 1000R is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Maverick Sport 1000R Can-Am · 2025 View | RZR XP 1000 Sport Polaris · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Parallel-twin (ProStar 1000 DOHC) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 114 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic PVT (P/R/N/L/H) with geared reverse |
| Drive system | 4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1450 lb (658 kg) | 1586 lb (719 kg) |
| Overall width | 60 in (152.4 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) | 90 in (228.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 14 in (35.6 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10 gal (37.9 L) | 9.5 gal (36 L) |
| Towing capacity | n/a | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,999 | $19,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.