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Polaris RZR XP 1000 vs Yamaha YXZ1000R SS

2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000 vs 2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS: 114 vs 112 hp, 999 vs 998 cc, 1543 vs 1512 lb, $21,299 vs $22,299. Full side-by-side specs: engine, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000
UTV Sport

2025 Polaris RZR XP 1000

999cc Parallel-twin, liquid-cooled

$21,299

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UTV Sport

2025 Yamaha YXZ1000R SS

998cc Inline-3, liquid-cooled

$22,299

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At a glance

More power 114 hp vs 112 hp RZR XP 1000 wins
Lower price $21,299 vs $22,299 RZR XP 1000 wins
Lighter 1543 lb vs 1512 lb YXZ1000R SS wins
Bigger engine 999 cc vs 998 cc RZR XP 1000 wins
Ground clearance 13.5 in vs 13.2 in RZR XP 1000 wins
Towing n/a vs n/a Tie

Across measured specs the RZR XP 1000 leads in 5 categories and the YXZ1000R SS in 1. Comparing two sport UTVs, the RZR XP 1000 runs a 999 cc parallel-twin making about 114 hp, while the YXZ1000R SS uses a 998 cc inline-3 rated near 112 hp. The RZR XP 1000 has the power edge (114 hp vs 112 hp). The YXZ1000R SS is lighter at 1512 lb (vs 1543 lb). At $21,299 the RZR XP 1000 is the more affordable of the two.

Full specifications

RZR XP 1000
Polaris · 2025
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YXZ1000R SS
Yamaha · 2025
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Engine
Displacement 999 cc 998 cc
Engine configuration Parallel-twin Inline-3
Cylinders 2 3
Cooling Liquid Liquid
Power (approx.) 114 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 1543 lb (700 kg) 1512 lb (686 kg)
Overall width 64 in (162.6 cm) 64 in (162.6 cm)
Wheelbase 90 in (228.6 cm) 90.6 in (230.1 cm)
Ground clearance 13.5 in (34.3 cm) 13.2 in (33.5 cm)
Fuel capacity 9.5 gal (36 L) 9 gal (34.1 L)
Towing capacity n/a n/a
Pricing
MSRP (base) $21,299 $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.

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