UTVUtility
2026 Kawasaki Ridge
999cc Inline-4, liquid-cooled
$21,599
View full specsKawasaki Ridge vs Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium
2026 Kawasaki Ridge vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium: 116 vs 110 hp, 999 vs 1498 cc, 1910 vs 2473 lb, $21,599 vs $29,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2025 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium
1498cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$29,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power116 hpvs110 hpRidge wins
Lower price$21,599vs$29,999Ridge wins
Lighter1910 lbvs2473 lbRidge wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs1498 ccRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Ground clearance13 invs15 inRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Towing2,500 lbvs3,500 lbRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Across measured specs the Ridge leads in 3 categoriesand the Ranger XD 1500 Premium in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Ridge runs a 999 cc inline-4 making about 116 hp, while the Ranger XD 1500 Premium uses a 1498 cc inline-3 rated near 110 hp. The Ridge has the power edge (116 hp vs 110 hp). The Ridge is lighter at 1910 lb (vs 2473 lb). At $21,599 the Ridge is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Ridge Kawasaki · 2026 View | Ranger XD 1500 Premium Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-4 | Inline-3 |
| Cylinders | 4 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 116 hp | 110 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Automatic (SteelDrive) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1910 lb (866 kg) | 2473 lb (1122 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 90.7 in (230.4 cm) | 89 in (226.1 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 15 in (38.1 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) | 13.6 gal (51.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 3,500 lb (1588 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $21,599 | $29,999 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.