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2025 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FX 1000
999cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$14,999
View full specsKawasaki Mule PRO-FX 1000 vs Kawasaki Ridge
2025 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FX 1000 vs 2026 Kawasaki Ridge: 48 vs 116 hp, 999 vs 999 cc, 1852 vs 1910 lb, $14,999 vs $21,599. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2026 Kawasaki Ridge
999cc Inline-4, liquid-cooled
$21,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power48 hpvs116 hpRidge wins
Lower price$14,999vs$21,599Mule PRO-FX 1000 wins
Lighter1852 lbvs1910 lbMule PRO-FX 1000 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance8.3 invs13 inRidge wins
Towing2,000 lbvs2,500 lbRidge wins
Across measured specs the Mule PRO-FX 1000 leads in 2 categoriesand the Ridge in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Mule PRO-FX 1000 runs a 999 cc inline-3 making about 48 hp, while the Ridge uses a 999 cc inline-4 rated near 116 hp. The Ridge has the power edge (116 hp vs 48 hp). The Mule PRO-FX 1000 is lighter at 1852 lb (vs 1910 lb). At $14,999 the Mule PRO-FX 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Mule PRO-FX 1000 Kawasaki · 2025 View | Ridge Kawasaki · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | Inline-4 |
| Cylinders | 3 | 4 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 48 hp | 116 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 | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1852 lb (840 kg) | 1910 lb (866 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 92.3 in (234.4 cm) | 90.7 in (230.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (21.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 7.9 gal (29.9 L) | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,000 lb (907 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $14,999 | $21,599 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.