Polaris Ranger 1000 specifications
Polaris · Utility
The Ranger 1000 is a working truck first. Off Road Lord lists 61 hp, a 62.5 in width, 12 in of ground clearance, a 2,500 lb tow rating and a 1,000 lb capacity in a 36.75 x 54 x 11.5 in bed, and says that a buyer who needs more power and taller tires should cross-shop the XP 1000. Polaris rates the box at 600 lb on California models.
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Polaris Ranger 1000
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 |
| Engine | 4-stroke twin cylinder SOHC, 61 hp |
| Displacement | 999cc |
| Bore x stroke | 93x73.6 mm |
| Transmission | Gen 2 Automatic PVT H/L/N/R/P; shaft |
| Drive system | Selectable on-demand all-wheel drive, AWD/2WD/VersaTrac Turf Mode |
| Front suspension | Dual A-arm |
| Front brake | 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Dual-Bore Front and Rear Calipers |
| Front tire | 25x10-12; Carlstar |
| Rear tire | 25x11-12; Carlstar |
| Wheels | 12 in steel |
| Seating capacity | 3 |
| Estimated dry weight | 1,487 lb |
| Wheelbase | 81 in |
| Ground clearance | 12 in |
| Fuel capacity | 11.35 gal |
| Bed/cargo box capacity | 1,000 lb (600 lb on California models) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb |
| Class | Utility |
| Fuel system | Electronic Fuel Injection |
| Door type | Cab nets |
| Compression ratio | 10.8:1 |
| Front suspension travel | 10 in |
| Rear suspension travel | 10 in |
| Payload capacity | 1,500 lb CA Models: 1,100 lb |
| Cargo system | Gas-assist dump box with Lock & Ride accessory integration |
| Turning radius | 13.3 ft (4 m) |
| Hitch | Standard 2 in receiver |
| Vehicle protection | Full-coverage skid plate, CV shields |
| Starting MSRP | $14,299 |
| Destination charge | $1,095 |
What the Ranger 1000 is built to do
It seats three across.
Ranger 1000 or Ranger XP 1000
The two Rangers share a 999cc twin and differ in tune and price. Outdoor Life notes that Polaris sells an upgraded Ranger XP 1000 with a dual overhead cam engine making 21 more horsepower. The current XP 1000 Premium costs $21,799 against $14,299 for the standard Ranger 1000.
The base machine is the value choice for hauling and towing. The XP is the choice for a buyer who also wants pace on trails.
Ranger 1000 in daily use: plowing, firewood and storage
Owners use the Ranger 1000 hard. Off Road Lord says the short first gear, Turf Mode and predictable CVT help a driver feather in for plowing without hammering the belt, that owners report the same on farms and wood lots with the dump bed and under-seat storage in daily use, and that what people like is tight turning in trees, easy trail manners, a quiet cab, plenty of in-cab and under-seat storage and a dump bed that makes firewood and feed runs simple.
It recommends the Ranger 1000 as a work-first UTV that fits gates and keeps costs in check, and describes it as quiet at cruise with seat foam thick enough for long days.
Ranger 1000 Premium and the XP 1000 as steps up
Two upgrades exist above the base machine. Outdoor Life says the Premium carries a $2,400 upcharge over the basic Ranger 1000 and adds aluminum wheels, a seat slider on the driver's seat, a steel front bumper and premium paint, and that the Ranger's 61 hp, mated to a two-speed CVT, was more than adequate to tackle any terrain the testers encountered.
Off Road Lord's list for the XP 1000 is 82 hp, 29-inch tires and 14 inches of clearance, with a roof and winch standard on many trims.
Ranger 1000 against the Mule Pro-FX, Defender XU and Pioneer 1000-5
The Ranger 1000 is the least expensive of the full-size 999cc utility machines, at $14,299 against $17,699 for Kawasaki's Mule Pro-FX 1000, $19,799 for the Can-Am Defender XU XT HD11 and $22,399 for Honda's Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe. Its listed weight is also the lowest, an estimated 1,487 lb dry against 1,870 lb or more for the others, though makers state weight on different bases.
Polaris · Utility
The 2026 Polaris Ranger 1000 is a full-size utility side-by-side with a 999cc twin making 61 hp, a Gen 2 automatic PVT and three-across seating. It has a 2,500 lb tow rating, a 1,000 lb dump box, 12 in of ground clearance and a width of 62.5 in. It costs $14,299 plus $1,095 destination.
It is the work Ranger, built for a farm or ranch that needs to carry and tow a lot at a modest price, and the XP 1000 is the step up for more power and taller tires.
2026 Polaris Ranger 1000 specifications and price
Kawasaki Mule Pro-FX 1000 HD Edition; 999cc; 1,913.9 lb; 2,000 lb; $17,699.
Can-Am Defender XU XT HD11; 999cc; 1,870 lb; 2,500 lb; $19,799.
Honda Pioneer 1000-5 Deluxe; 999cc; 1,920 lb; 2,500 lb; $22,399.
- Model-year range
- 2025–2026
- Compared editions
- 2
- Specification entries
- 29
- Entries that differ
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- December 5, 2024; 2024; The vehicles' passenger side seat belt anchor point can separate from the frame due to a defective weld on the bracket,.
- 23796
- September 28, 2023; 2023; The passenger side seat belt buckle bracket was not properly welded, which could result in the seat belt anchor point se.
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- August 10, 2023; 2021-2023; A fuel leak can occur at the fuel pump outlet connector on the fuel tank near a hot surface, posing a fire hazard.
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- March 25, 2021; 2020-2021; The drive belt can break during operation and damage the inner clutch cover assembly and fuel line, which can result in.
2026 Polaris Ranger 1000 questions
How much can a Polaris Ranger 1000 tow and haul?
Polaris rates the Ranger 1000 at 2,500 lb of towing and a 1,000 lb dump box, with the box rated at 600 lb on California models. It makes 61 hp from a 999cc twin.
What is the difference between the Ranger 1000 and the Ranger XP 1000?
The XP 1000 has a dual overhead cam engine with 21 more horsepower and costs more. Outdoor Life notes the upgrade, and the current XP 1000 Premium is $21,799 against $14,299 for the Ranger 1000.
Other models in this reference: Polaris Ranger 150 EFI, Polaris General XP 1000, Polaris Ranger 500.