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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 850
2025 Can-Am Outlander 1000R XT vs 2025 Can-Am Outlander 850: 91 vs 78 hp, 976 vs 854 cc, 880 vs 795 lb, $12,999 vs $10,799. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Can-Am Outlander 850
854cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$10,799
View full specsAt a glance
More power 91 hp vs 78 hp Outlander 1000R XT wins
Lower price $12,999 vs $10,799 Outlander 850 wins
Lighter 880 lb vs 795 lb Outlander 850 wins
Bigger engine 976 cc vs 854 cc Outlander 1000R XT wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 12 in Tie
Towing 1,650 lb vs 1,650 lb Tie
Across measured specs the Outlander 1000R XT leads in 2 categories and the Outlander 850 in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Outlander 1000R XT runs a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) making about 91 hp, while the Outlander 850 uses a 854 cc v-twin (rotax) rated near 78 hp. The Outlander 1000R XT has the power edge (91 hp vs 78 hp). The Outlander 850 is lighter at 795 lb (vs 880 lb). At $10,799 the Outlander 850 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| Outlander 1000R XT Can-Am · 2025 View | Outlander 850 Can-Am · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 854 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | V-twin (Rotax) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 91 hp | 78 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) | 795 lb (361 kg) |
| Overall width | 48 in (121.9 cm) | 48 in (121.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 51 in (129.5 cm) | 51 in (129.5 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 12 in (30.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) | 5.4 gal (20.4 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,650 lb (748 kg) | 1,650 lb (748 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $12,999 | $10,799 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.