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Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar vs Polaris RZR XP 1000

2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar vs 2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000: 82 vs 114 hp, 999 vs 999 cc, 2040 vs 1543 lb, $30,999 vs $21,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
UTV Utility

2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar

999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$30,999

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2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000
UTV Sport

2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000

999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$21,299

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At a glance

More power 82 hp vs 114 hp RZR XP 1000 wins
Lower price $30,999 vs $21,299 RZR XP 1000 wins
Lighter 2040 lb vs 1543 lb RZR XP 1000 wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 999 cc Tie
Ground clearance 13 in vs 13.5 in RZR XP 1000 wins
Towing 2,500 lb vs n/a Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar wins

Across measured specs the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar leads in 3 categories and the RZR XP 1000 in 4. Comparing UTVs, the Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar runs a 999 cc parallel-twin making about 82 hp, while the RZR XP 1000 uses a 999 cc parallel-twin rated near 114 hp. The RZR XP 1000 has the power edge (114 hp vs 82 hp). The RZR XP 1000 is lighter at 1543 lb (vs 2040 lb). At $21,299 the RZR XP 1000 is the more affordable of the two.

Full specifications

Ranger XP 1000 NorthStar
Polaris · 2025
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RZR XP 1000
Polaris · 2025
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Engine
Displacement 999 cc 999 cc
Engine configuration Parallel-twin Parallel-twin
Cylinders 2 2
Cooling Liquid Liquid
Power (approx.) 82 hp 114 hp
Fuel system EFI EFI
Starter Electric Electric
Drivetrain
Transmission Automatic CVT (PVT) Automatic CVT (PVT)
Drive system 4WD 4WD
Dimensions & capacity
Seating 3 seats 2 seats
Dry weight 2040 lb (925 kg) 1543 lb (700 kg)
Overall width 62.5 in (158.8 cm) 64 in (162.6 cm)
Wheelbase 81 in (205.7 cm) 90 in (228.6 cm)
Ground clearance 13 in (33 cm) 13.5 in (34.3 cm)
Fuel capacity 11.5 gal (43.5 L) 9.5 gal (36 L)
Towing capacity 2,500 lb (1134 kg) n/a
Pricing
MSRP (base) $30,999 $21,299
Model year 2025 2025

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

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