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2025 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT 1000
999cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$16,499
View full specsKawasaki Mule PRO-FXT 1000 vs Kawasaki Ridge Crew
2025 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT 1000 vs 2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew: 48 vs 116 hp, 999 cc vs 999 cc, 1920 lb dry vs 2247 lb dry, $16,499 vs $23,599. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew
999cc Inline-4 (DOHC), liquid-cooled
$23,599
View full specsAt a glance
More power48 hpvs116 hpRidge Crew wins
Lower price$16,499vs$23,599Mule PRO-FXT 1000 wins
Weight1920 lb dryvs2247 lb dryMule PRO-FXT 1000 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance8.3 invs14.4 inRidge Crew wins
Towing2,000 lbvs2,500 lbRidge Crew wins
Across measured specs the Mule PRO-FXT 1000 leads in 2 categories and the Ridge Crew in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Mule PRO-FXT 1000 uses a 999 cc inline-3 with about 48 hp, while the Ridge Crew uses a 999 cc inline-4 (dohc) with about 116 hp. The Ridge Crew has the power edge (116 hp vs 48 hp). The Mule PRO-FXT 1000 is lighter at 1920 lb (vs 2247 lb). At $16,499 the Mule PRO-FXT 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Mule PRO-FXT 1000 Kawasaki · 2025 View | Ridge Crew Kawasaki · 2027 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | Inline-4 (DOHC) |
| 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 (H/L/N/R) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 1920 lb (871 kg) | 2247 lb (1019 kg) |
| Overall width | 64.4 in (163.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 92.3 in (234.4 cm) | 122.2 in (310.4 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 8.3 in (21.1 cm) | 14.4 in (36.6 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) | $16,499 | $23,599 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2027 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.