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2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC), liquid-cooled
$6,899
View full specsKawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs Kymco MXU 450i LE
2026 Kawasaki Brute Force 450 4x4 vs 2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE: 32 vs 31.95 hp, 443 cc vs 443 cc, 688 lb dry vs 590.8 lb dry, $6,899 vs $7,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$7,499
View full specsAt a glance
More power32 hpvs31.95 hpBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Lower price$6,899vs$7,499Brute Force 450 4x4 wins
Weight688 lb dryvs590.8 lb dryMXU 450i LE wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs443 ccTie
Ground clearance9.3 invs10.2 inMXU 450i LE wins
Towing1,050 lbvs802 lbBrute Force 450 4x4 wins
Across measured specs the Brute Force 450 4x4 leads in 4 categories and the MXU 450i LE in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the Brute Force 450 4x4 uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc) with about 32 hp, while the MXU 450i LE uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 31.95 hp. The Brute Force 450 4x4 has the power edge (32 hp vs 31.95 hp). The MXU 450i LE is lighter at 590.8 lb (vs 688 lb). At $6,899 the Brute Force 450 4x4 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Brute Force 450 4x4 Kawasaki · 2026 View | MXU 450i LE Kymco · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 443 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC) | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 32 hp | 31.95 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT with centrifugal clutch (H/L/N/R) | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) with engine braking |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD with dual-mode front differential | Push-button on-demand 2WD/4WD with differential lock and shaft drive |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 688 lb (312 kg) | 590.8 lb (268 kg) |
| Overall width | 43.3 in (110 cm) | 48.4 in (122.9 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 47.8 in (121.4 cm) | 48.2 in (122.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 9.3 in (23.6 cm) | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 4.2 gal (15.9 L) | 3.96 gal (15 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,050 lb (476 kg) | 802 lb (364 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $6,899 | $7,499 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.