2026 CFMoto UForce 800 XL

The 2026 CFMOTO UForce 800 XL is a four-seat utility side-by-side for buyers who need a real second row but do not need a full-width, six-person crew machine. It starts at $13,499, makes 63 horsepower and fits its two benches into a 60-inch-wide chassis. A hard roof, power steering and 4,500 lb winch are already included.

That combination makes the 800 XL more interesting than its name initially suggests. It is not simply a lower-powered UForce 1000 XL. It is 3.5 inches narrower, 224 lb lighter and $2,500 cheaper, with seating for four rather than six. Its 660 lb bed and 1,500 lb tow rating are lower, but still useful for property work, hunting gear and a modest utility trailer.

The important question is whether the smaller footprint offsets the long 109.1-inch wheelbase. CFMOTO lists an 18-foot turning radius—the same as the larger UForce 1000 XL—so this is compact in width, not in every dimension. Buyers who choose it expecting a nimble two-seater with extra chairs may be disappointed. Buyers who need four proper seats and access through a 60-inch opening have a much clearer case.

Four seats means four, not six

The UForce 800 XL uses two two-person bench seats. CFMOTO describes it as a four-passenger machine, and that distinction matters because many full-size XL and Crew models carry six. The narrower cab trades a third position in each row for a body that is easier to place through gates and between trees.

Four adults should still sit in the machine before anyone signs a sales order. A listed seating position says little about shoulder room in winter clothing, rear-seat knee clearance or how naturally each passenger can brace over uneven ground. Bring the riders who will use the second row, and check entry, foot placement, handholds and seat-belt fit.

The benches suit dirty work better than elaborate buckets. Vinyl is easy to wipe down, and the simple cabin leaves space for boots. Under-seat storage and a removable storage box help keep straps, gloves and small tools out of the cargo bed.

This remains an open-cab UTV. The hard roof, side mirrors and side nets are standard, but full doors, a windshield, wiper, heater and air conditioning are not. Price any planned enclosure before comparing the UForce with a factory-cab model. Adding doors and glass one piece at a time can erase part of the value advantage.

A 60-inch chassis with crew-model length

CFMOTO publishes dimensions of 143 inches long, 60 inches wide and 79 inches high. The wheelbase is 109.1 inches, ground clearance is 11.8 inches and dry weight is 1,629 lb. The fuel tank holds 10.5 gallons.

The 60-inch width is the headline. It is 3.5 inches narrower than the UForce 1000 XL and 4 inches narrower than many full-size work UTVs. That can make the difference at a gate, on a trailer or along a wooded property lane. It does not automatically make the vehicle legal on a trail marked for 60-inch machines; local rules and the machine’s actual measured width control.

The length deserves equal attention. A 109.1-inch wheelbase leaves plenty of chassis between the axles, and the listed turning radius is 18 feet. Tight barnyards and switchbacks may require a three-point turn. Sharp crests and abrupt trailer ramps also demand care because a long wheelbase can touch down even when both axles have nearly 12 inches of clearance.

Transport calculations should use more than the 1,629 lb dry figure. Fuel adds weight, as do a windshield, doors, spare tire, tools and cargo. Measure the full vehicle rather than assuming a nominal trailer length will work, and verify the trailer, ramps, tie-downs and tow vehicle against the UTV’s loaded weight.

The height is 79 inches, six inches more than the UForce 1000 XL’s published figure. Anyone loading an enclosed trailer or parking beneath a low door should measure the specific vehicle with its roof and tires rather than relying on model hierarchy to predict which one is taller.

The 800cc V-twin is tuned for work

The liquid-cooled, single-overhead-cam V-twin has eight valves and Bosch electronic fuel injection. CFMOTO rates it at 63 hp at 7,000 rpm and 51 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm.

Those numbers reveal a useful comparison with the UForce 1000 XL. The larger 963cc engine makes 71 hp and 54 lb-ft, gains of eight horsepower and only three pound-feet. The 1000 delivers more reserve, particularly with six occupants or a heavy trailer, but the output gap is smaller than the model names imply.

Electronic throttle provides Work and Normal modes. Work mode softens pedal response for backing to a trailer, crossing ruts at low speed or carrying passengers without abrupt head movement. Normal mode gives a more direct response for general driving. The modes do not alter the rated peak output; they change how quickly the engine responds to the driver’s foot.

No official range figure is published. A 10.5-gallon tank is generous for this displacement, but consumption varies with low-range work, mud, elevation, temperature, tire pressure, passenger load and towing. Owners working far from fuel should establish a conservative range from their own use rather than treating a light dealer demo as representative.

OmniDrive CVT and a complete set of traction controls

The OmniDrive continuously variable transmission offers park, reverse, neutral, high and low. The driver can select 2WD, 4WD or locked 4WD, while a locking rear differential lets the operator choose between easier turning and maximum rear traction.

This is the right toolkit for a utility machine. Two-wheel drive with the rear differential open reduces turf damage on firm ground. Locking the rear axle makes both rear tires pull in slippery conditions. Four-wheel drive adds the front axle, and locked 4WD is reserved for the obstacle that genuinely requires it.

Differential locks should be released after the difficult section. A locked axle resists the different wheel speeds needed in a turn, increasing steering effort and tire scrub. Electronic power steering reduces effort at the wheel but cannot remove driveline wind-up on a firm surface.

Low range is important when crawling, pulling uphill or repeatedly moving a heavy load at walking speed. A CVT can make the vehicle creep in high, but that may ask the belt to slip and create excess heat. Select low before the work begins rather than after heat or smell announces the mistake.

Straightforward suspension on 27-inch tires

High-clearance independent A-arms are used at the front, with independent double A-arms and a sway bar at the rear. CFMOTO lists 8.9 inches of suspension travel at both ends. The oil-damped shocks allow spring-preload adjustment.

This is work-focused hardware, not long-travel sport suspension. Preload can restore ride height when regular passenger or accessory loads are added, but it does not create more wheel travel or sophisticated damping. Adjust both sides evenly, note the original setting and evaluate the machine with its normal load.

The UForce rides on 27 x 9-14 front and 27 x 11-14 rear tires fitted to 14-inch cast-aluminum wheels. The sizes balance clearance, replacement cost and rotating mass. Larger tires may lift the chassis, but they also alter effective gearing and add load to steering, bearings and the CVT. Extra wheel offset can push the machine beyond its useful 60-inch width.

Four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes and a parking brake are standard. The published capacity figures make loaded braking more important than solo stopping feel. Bed cargo, passengers and trailer tongue weight all add demand, especially on loose descents. A slow test drive with one occupant cannot reproduce that condition.

A useful bed, but not a full-size payload rating

The gas-assisted dump bed is rated for 660 lb. That is enough for tools, feed, firewood and many property-maintenance jobs, but it is 340 lb below the UForce 1000 XL’s 1,000 lb rating. Buyers who routinely move dense material should make that difference central to the decision.

Gas assistance reduces the effort needed to tip a sensibly distributed load, but the operator still releases and raises the bed. A 660 lb capacity is not a promise that every load at the limit will dump easily. Dense cargo piled at the front of the box can demand much more initial lifting force than bulky material spread evenly.

Towing capacity is 1,500 lb. That matches several midsize competitors and covers a small utility trailer, but it is 1,000 lb below the UForce 1000 XL. Safe towing also depends on tongue weight, trailer brakes where required, terrain, speed and total vehicle loading.

The bed, towing and seating ratings are not independent invitations to maximize everything at once. Four occupants, accessories, cargo and tongue weight all act on the same chassis. Consult the owner’s manual for loading limits and reduce speed as mass rises.

The standard 4,500 lb winch with synthetic rope is unusually substantial at this price. It can help recover the UTV or position a load, but safe winching also requires rated recovery points, shackles, an appropriate anchor and a clear exclusion zone. The number on the winch is not the safe working load of every component attached to it.

Standard equipment keeps the real price honest

Beyond the winch and hard roof, CFMOTO includes side mirrors, side nets, a front bumper, full-length skid plate, LED lighting, electronic power steering and a tilt steering wheel. These are the kinds of items that can make a low base price misleading when sold as accessories; here, they are part of the published configuration.

A five-inch LCD supplies the main vehicle information. RideSync app compatibility, USB power and a 12-volt outlet add basic connectivity without turning the dash into an infotainment centerpiece. Unlike some larger UForce models, the 800 XL does not advertise an eight-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay or factory audio.

That restraint suits the vehicle. A work UTV benefits from controls that remain easy to understand with gloves on and a screen that reports essential information without demanding attention. Buyers should still check daylight legibility and ask exactly which RideSync functions require a paired phone.

CFMOTO lists a 600-watt charging system. That provides useful accessory headroom, but owners adding a light bar, heater, sprayer or other electrical loads should total continuous draw rather than assuming every accessory can run at once. Starting reserve matters more than a catalog sum of peak wattage.

2026 CFMOTO UForce 800 XL specifications

Specification	UForce 800 XL
Engine	800cc liquid-cooled SOHC eight-valve V-twin
Output	63 hp at 7,000 rpm; 51 lb-ft at 5,500 rpm
Fuel system	Bosch electronic fuel injection and throttle
Drive modes	Work and Normal
Transmission	OmniDrive automatic CVT; P/R/N/H/L
Drive system	2WD / 4WD / locked 4WD; locking rear differential
Steering	Electronic power steering; tilt wheel
Front suspension	High-clearance independent A-arms; 8.9 in travel
Rear suspension	Independent double A-arms; sway bar; 8.9 in travel
Shocks	Oil-damped; spring-preload adjustable
Brakes	Four-wheel hydraulic discs; parking brake
Tires	27 x 9-14 front; 27 x 11-14 rear
Wheels	14-inch cast aluminum
Length x width x height	143 x 60 x 79 in
Wheelbase	109.1 in
Turning radius	18 ft
Ground clearance	11.8 in
Dry weight	1,629 lb
Fuel capacity	10.5 gal
Seating	Four; two two-person benches
Cargo-bed capacity	660 lb; gas-assisted dump
Towing capacity	1,500 lb
Winch	4,500 lb with synthetic rope
Display	5-inch LCD; RideSync app compatible
Warranty	One-year factory warranty
Base MSRP	$13,499

UForce 800 XL versus UForce 1000 XL

The 2026 UForce 1000 XL is the next logical step for buyers who need six seats or heavier work ratings. It costs $15,999, produces 71 hp and 54 lb-ft, carries 1,000 lb in its bed and tows 2,500 lb.

The 800 XL costs $2,500 less, weighs 224 lb less and is 3.5 inches narrower. It is five inches shorter overall and has a wheelbase 2.9 inches shorter, yet both machines publish the same 18-foot turning radius and both include a 4,500 lb winch. The smaller model is actually six inches taller on the specification sheet.

Choose the 1000 XL when the third seating position in each row, 340 lb of additional bed capacity or 1,000 lb of additional towing capacity will be used. Choose the 800 XL when four seats are enough and its 60-inch width solves a real access or transport problem. Paying for unused seats and ratings does not make a machine more practical. Compare the UForce 800 XL and UForce 1000 XL.

UForce 800 XL versus Honda Pioneer 700-4

ATVPedia’s 2025 Honda Pioneer 700-4 record lists a $13,199 base price, 675cc single-cylinder engine, 36 hp, 1,358 lb curb weight, 59.7-inch width, 1,500 lb tow rating and four seats.

The Honda’s defining feature is its QuickFlip rear seating. The rear seats fold into the bed, allowing the machine to trade passenger space for cargo area. The UForce has a dedicated second row and separate bed, so it does not require that choice. It also records 27 more horsepower, a winch and roof for only $300 more in these model years.

The Pioneer is 271 lb lighter on the recorded figures and uses an automotive-style three-speed automatic transmission rather than a CVT. That will appeal to buyers who specifically want a geared transmission and a shorter machine. The UForce is better suited to a household that regularly carries four people while keeping the cargo box available. Because the records cover different model years, verify current pricing and equipment before treating the $300 difference as a showroom quote. Compare the UForce 800 XL and Pioneer 700-4.

UForce 800 XL versus Yamaha Viking VI EPS

The 2025 Yamaha Viking VI EPS seats six and is listed in ATVPedia at $17,199. Its 686cc single makes 47 hp, the bed is rated for 600 lb and towing is 1,500 lb. Published width is 61.8 inches, wheelbase 113.6 inches and dry weight 1,590 lb.

The CFMOTO costs $3,700 less in the recorded model years, makes 16 more horsepower and carries 60 lb more in its bed. It is 1.8 inches narrower and has a wheelbase 4.5 inches shorter, though the Yamaha is 39 lb lighter. Both publish 11.8 inches of clearance and a 1,500 lb tow rating.

The decision begins with seating. Yamaha provides two more places and has a long reputation in this category. CFMOTO provides more output, a standard 4,500 lb winch and a lower base price, but only four seats. Dealer proximity, parts support and an equally equipped out-the-door quote should decide close calls. Compare the UForce 800 XL and Viking VI EPS.

Who should buy the 2026 UForce 800 XL?

The 800 XL fits an owner who regularly carries three or four people, needs a separate cargo bed and has a meaningful reason to stay near 60 inches wide. Farms, hunting properties, large rural lots and trail systems with wider access are its natural territory. The standard roof, winch and power steering make the base machine unusually complete.

It is less persuasive for a solo operator who only occasionally carries passengers. A shorter UTV will turn and break over obstacles more easily. It is also the wrong choice for anyone who needs six seats, a 1,000 lb bed or 2,500 lb towing; the UForce 1000 XL earns its additional cost in those roles.

Before buying, measure gates, trailer clearance and storage height. Put four intended occupants in the cabin, and ask the dealer for an out-the-door quote that separates MSRP, freight, setup and document fees. Confirm the service schedule, CVT inspection requirements, local parts availability and what the one-year factory warranty covers.

Verdict

The 2026 CFMOTO UForce 800 XL occupies a useful space between convertible four-seat midsizers and broad six-seat crew machines. Its dedicated rear bench preserves the cargo bed, while the 60-inch width and $13,499 price keep it from inheriting every penalty of a full-size crew UTV.

The compromises are specific rather than hidden: an 18-foot turning radius, 660 lb bed, 1,500 lb towing limit and open cab. The 63 hp engine, selectable traction, 4,500 lb winch and generous standard equipment compensate without pretending the UForce is a sport machine.

For four people who need to work and carry cargo at the same time, it is a coherent value. The larger UForce 1000 XL remains the better tool for six occupants or heavier loads; the 800 XL is the smarter purchase when narrower access and lower cost matter every day. Browse more CFMoto models, explore utility UTVs, visit the 2026 model-year hub, or build another matchup in the comparison tool.