ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$12,999
View full specsCan-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs Can-Am Outlander 500
2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs 2025 Can-Am Outlander 500: 91 vs 40 hp, 976 vs 500 cc, 880 vs 690 lb, $12,999 vs $7,199. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATV Utility
2025 Can-Am Outlander 500
500cc Single-cylinder (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$7,199
View full specsAt a glance
More power 91 hp vs 40 hp Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lower price $12,999 vs $7,199 Outlander 500 wins
Lighter 880 lb vs 690 lb Outlander 500 wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 500 cc Outlander 1000R XT wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 10.5 in Outlander 1000R XT wins
Towing 1,650 lb vs 1,300 lb Outlander 1000R XT wins
Across measured specs the Outlander 1000R XT leads in 4 categories and the Outlander 500 in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 1000R XT runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 91 hp, while the Outlander 500 uses a 500 cc single-cylinder (rotax) rated near 40 hp. The Outlander 1000R XT has the power edge (91 hp vs 40 hp). The Outlander 500 is lighter at 690 lb (vs 880 lb). At $7,199 the Outlander 500 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 1000R XT Can-Am · 2025 View | Outlander 500 Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 500 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Single-cylinder (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 91 hp | 40 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 880 lb (399 kg) | 690 lb (313 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 46 in (116.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 10.5 in (26.7 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,650 lb (748 kg) | 1,300 lb (590 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $12,999 | $7,199 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.