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2026 Honda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe
999cc Longitudinal parallel-twin (Unicam SOHC, 8-valve), liquid-cooled
$20,999
View full specsHonda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe vs Kawasaki Ridge
2026 Honda Pioneer 1000 Deluxe vs 2026 Kawasaki Ridge: 72 vs 116 hp, 999 cc vs 999 cc, 1781 lb dry vs 1910 lb dry, $20,999 vs $21,599. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2026 Kawasaki Ridge
999cc Inline-4, liquid-cooled
$21,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power72 hpvs116 hpRidge wins
Lower price$20,999vs$21,599Pioneer 1000 Deluxe wins
Weight1781 lb dryvs1910 lb dryPioneer 1000 Deluxe wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance13.8 invs13 inPioneer 1000 Deluxe wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Pioneer 1000 Deluxe leads in 3 categories and the Ridge in 2. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Pioneer 1000 Deluxe uses a 999 cc longitudinal parallel-twin (unicam sohc, 8-valve) with about 72 hp, while the Ridge uses a 999 cc inline-4 with about 116 hp. The Ridge has the power edge (116 hp vs 72 hp). The Pioneer 1000 Deluxe is lighter at 1781 lb (vs 1910 lb). At $20,999 the Pioneer 1000 Deluxe is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Pioneer 1000 Deluxe Honda · 2026 View | Ridge Kawasaki · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Longitudinal parallel-twin (Unicam SOHC, 8-valve) | Inline-4 |
| Cylinders | 2 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 72 hp | 116 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Six-speed automatic DCT with manual, Sport and Tow/Haul modes | Automatic CVT |
| Drive system | Turf / 2WD / 4WD / differential lock with direct driveshafts | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1781 lb (808 kg) | 1910 lb (866 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 80.2 in (203.7 cm) | 90.7 in (230.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13.8 in (35.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 8.1 gal (30.7 L) | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $20,999 | $21,599 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.