UTVUtility
2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew
999cc Inline-4 (DOHC), liquid-cooled
$23,599
View full specsKawasaki Ridge Crew vs Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
2027 Kawasaki Ridge Crew vs 2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000: 116 vs 82 hp, 999 cc vs 999 cc, 2247 lb dry vs 1900 lb dry, $23,599 vs $19,999. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTVUtility
2025 Polaris Ranger Crew XP 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$19,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power116 hpvs82 hpRidge Crew wins
Lower price$23,599vs$19,999Ranger Crew XP 1000 wins
Weight2247 lb dryvs1900 lb dryRanger Crew XP 1000 wins
Bigger engine999 ccvs999 ccTie
Ground clearance14.4 invs13 inRidge Crew wins
Towing2,500 lbvs2,500 lbTie
Across measured specs the Ridge Crew leads in 3 categories and the Ranger Crew XP 1000 in 2. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Ridge Crew uses a 999 cc inline-4 (dohc) with about 116 hp, while the Ranger Crew XP 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin with about 82 hp. The Ridge Crew has the power edge (116 hp vs 82 hp). The Ranger Crew XP 1000 is lighter at 1900 lb (vs 2247 lb). At $19,999 the Ranger Crew XP 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Ridge Crew Kawasaki · 2027 View | Ranger Crew XP 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-4 (DOHC) | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 4 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 116 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Dry weight | 2247 lb (1019 kg) | 1900 lb (862 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 122.2 in (310.4 cm) | 116 in (294.6 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 14.4 in (36.6 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 12.9 gal (48.8 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $23,599 | $19,999 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.