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2025 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium
1498cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled
$29,999
View full specsPolaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium vs Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
2025 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 Premium vs 2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar: 110 vs 82 hp, 1498 vs 999 cc, 2473 vs 2040 lb, $29,999 vs $30,999. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.
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2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled
$30,999
View full specsAt a glance
More power110 hpvs82 hpRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Lower price$29,999vs$30,999Ranger XD 1500 Premium wins
Lighter2473 lbvs2040 lbRanger XP 1000 NorthStar wins
Bigger engine1498 ccvs999 ccRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Ground clearance15 invs13 inRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Towing3,500 lbvs2,500 lbRanger XD 1500 Premium wins
Across measured specs the Ranger XD 1500 Premium leads in 6 categoriesand the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar in 1. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Ranger XD 1500 Premium runs a 1498 cc inline-3 making about 110 hp, while the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 82 hp. The Ranger XD 1500 Premium has the power edge (110 hp vs 82 hp). The Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar is lighter at 2040 lb (vs 2473 lb). At $29,999 the Ranger XD 1500 Premium is the more affordable of the two.
Full specifications
Ranger XD 1500 Premium Polaris · 2025 View | Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar Polaris · 2025 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 1498 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine configuration | Inline-3 | Parallel-twin |
| Cylinders | 3 | 2 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 110 hp | 82 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Automatic (SteelDrive) | Automatic CVT (PVT) |
| Drive system | 4WD | 4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 2473 lb (1122 kg) | 2040 lb (925 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 62.5 in (158.8 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 89 in (226.1 cm) | 81 in (205.7 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 15 in (38.1 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 13.6 gal (51.5 L) | 11.5 gal (43.5 L) |
| Towing capacity | 3,500 lb (1588 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $29,999 | $30,999 |
| Model year | 2025 | 2025 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.