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Polaris Ranger 1000 vs Polaris RZR Pro R

2025 Polaris Ranger 1000 vs 2025 Polaris RZR Pro R: 61 vs 225 hp, 999 vs 1997 cc, 1500 vs 2070 lb, $14,299 vs $35,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

2025 Polaris Ranger 1000
UTV Utility

2025 Polaris Ranger 1000

999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$14,299

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2025 Polaris RZR Pro R
UTV Sport

2025 Polaris RZR Pro R

1997cc Inline-4 (ProStar Fury), liquid-cooled

$35,999

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At a glance

More power 61 hp vs 225 hp RZR Pro R wins
Lower price $14,299 vs $35,999 Ranger 1000 wins
Lighter 1500 lb vs 2070 lb Ranger 1000 wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 1997 cc RZR Pro R wins
Ground clearance 13 in vs 16 in RZR Pro R wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs n/a Ranger 1000 wins

Across measured specs the Ranger 1000 leads in 4 categories and the RZR Pro R in 3. Comparing UTVs, the Ranger 1000 runs a 999 cc parallel-twin making about 61 hp, while the RZR Pro R uses a 1997 cc inline-4 (prostar fury) rated near 225 hp. The RZR Pro R has the power edge (225 hp vs 61 hp). The Ranger 1000 is lighter at 1500 lb (vs 2070 lb). At $14,299 the Ranger 1000 is the more affordable of the two.

Full specifications

Ranger 1000
Polaris · 2025
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RZR Pro R
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Engine
Displacement 999 cc 1997 cc
Engine configuration Parallel-twin Inline-4 (ProStar Fury)
Cylinders 2 4
Cooling Liquid Liquid
Power (approx.) 61 hp 225 hp
Fuel system EFI EFI
Starter Electric Electric
Drivetrain
Transmission Automatic CVT (PVT) Automatic CVT (PVT)
Drive system Selectable 2WD/4WD 4WD
Dimensions & capacity
Seating 3 seats 2 seats
Dry weight 1500 lb (680 kg) 2070 lb (939 kg)
Overall width 60 in (152.4 cm) 74 in (188 cm)
Wheelbase 81 in (205.7 cm) 96 in (243.8 cm)
Ground clearance 13 in (33 cm) 16 in (40.6 cm)
Fuel capacity 11.5 gal (43.5 L) 11.5 gal (43.5 L)
Towing capacity 2,500 lb (1134 kg) n/a
Pricing
MSRP (base) $14,299 $35,999
Model year 2025 2025

Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.

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