UTV Crossover
2025 Polaris General 1000
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$18,999
View full specsPolaris General 1000 vs Yamaha YXZ1000R SS
2025 Polaris General 1000 vs 2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS: 100 vs 112 hp, 999 vs 998 cc, 1650 vs 1512 lb, $18,999 vs $22,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
UTV Sport
2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS
998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$22,299
View full specsAt a glance
More power 100 hp vs 112 hp YXZ1000R SS wins
Lower price $18,999 vs $22,299 General 1000 wins
Lighter 1650 lb vs 1512 lb YXZ1000R SS wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 998 cc General 1000 wins
Ground clearance 12 in vs 13.2 in YXZ1000R SS wins
Towing 1,500 lb vs n/a General 1000 wins
Across measured specs the General 1000 leads in 4 categories and the YXZ1000R SS in 3. Comparing UTVs, the General 1000 runs a 999 cc parallel-twin making about 100 hp, while the YXZ1000R SS uses a 998 cc inline-3 rated near 112 hp. The YXZ1000R SS has the power edge (112 hp vs 100 hp). The YXZ1000R SS is lighter at 1512 lb (vs 1650 lb). At $18,999 the General 1000 is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
| General 1000 Polaris · 2025 View | YXZ1000R SS Yamaha · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 999 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine configuration | Parallel-twin | Inline-3 |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 100 hp | 112 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic CVT (PVT) | Sport Shift 5-speed sequential |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Dry weight | 1650 lb (748 kg) | 1512 lb (686 kg) |
| Overall width | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 81 in (205.7 cm) | 90.6 in (230.1 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 12 in (30.5 cm) | 13.2 in (33.5 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 9.5 gal (36 L) | 9 gal (34.1 L) |
| Towing capacity | 1,500 lb (680 kg) | n/a |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $18,999 | $22,299 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.