ATVUtility
2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE
443cc Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve), liquid-cooled
$7,499
View full specsKymco MXU 450i LE vs Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
2026 Kymco MXU 450i LE vs 2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS: 31.95 vs 28 hp, 443 cc vs 421 cc, 590.8 lb dry vs 686 lb dry, $7,499 vs $7,699. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
ATVUtility
2025 Yamaha Kodiak 450 EPS
421cc Single-cylinder, liquid-cooled
$7,699
View full specsAt a glance
More power31.95 hpvs28 hpMXU 450i LE wins
Lower price$7,499vs$7,699MXU 450i LE wins
Weight590.8 lb dryvs686 lb dryMXU 450i LE wins
Bigger engine443 ccvs421 ccMXU 450i LE wins
Ground clearance10.2 invs10.6 inKodiak 450 EPS wins
Towing802 lbvs1,322 lbKodiak 450 EPS wins
Across measured specs the MXU 450i LE leads in 5 categories and the Kodiak 450 EPS in 2. Comparing two utility ATVs, the MXU 450i LE uses a 443 cc single-cylinder (sohc, 4-valve) with about 31.95 hp, while the Kodiak 450 EPS uses a 421 cc single-cylinder with about 28 hp. The MXU 450i LE has the power edge (31.95 hp vs 28 hp). The MXU 450i LE is lighter at 590.8 lb (vs 686 lb). At $7,499 the MXU 450i LE is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
MXU 450i LE Kymco · 2026 View | Kodiak 450 EPS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 443 cc | 421 cc |
| Engine configuration | Single-cylinder (SOHC, 4-valve) | Single-cylinder |
| Cylinders | 1 | 1 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 31.95 hp | 28 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (H/L/N/R) with engine braking | Ultramatic CVT |
| Drive system | Push-button on-demand 2WD/4WD with differential lock and shaft drive | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 1 rider | 1 rider |
| Dry weight | 590.8 lb (268 kg) | 686 lb (311 kg) |
| Overall width | 48.4 in (122.9 cm) | 46.5 in (118.1 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 48.2 in (122.4 cm) | 48.8 in (124 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 10.2 in (25.9 cm) | 10.6 in (26.9 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 3.96 gal (15 L) | 3.7 gal (14 L) |
| Towing capacity | 802 lb (364 kg) | 1,322 lb (600 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $7,499 | $7,699 |
| Model year | 2026 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.