$21,199 MSRP / 82 HP

• great for all-weather work

• top of the ranger line

• available sealed cab + A/C

Honest worker, good price.

The Polaris Ranger is one of those rigs people just plain respect. It’s built for work, good at what it does, and priced right, and everyone knows it. The 82-hp Ranger XP 1000 is the lineup’s happy medium of price and ability. This model brings more capability than the less expensive Ranger 570 Full Size and Ranger 1000 models, but without the significant price bump of the more powerful, 110-hp Ranger XD 1500.

If that weren’t enough, you can option this one up with all sorts of goodies, including HVAC, a windshield wiper, and great infotainment.

How much power does it make?

The 999-cc parallel-twin engine in the 2025 Ranger XP 1000 makes 82 hp. That’s more than enough to get work done on the farm and have some fun on the trail. The Ranger XP 1000 also makes some 21 horses more than the Ranger 1000—the extra grunt is responsible for the XP’s higher towing and hauling capacities.

According to Polaris, the XP 1000 can handle 1000 pounds of cargo load and tow up to 2500 pounds.

What makes it special?

Again, it’s that happy balance. It’s easy to be surprised by just what the Ranger XP 1000 can accomplish. The trim and details are a bit nicer here than on the 570 Full Size and Ranger 1000, with touches like painted bodywork instead of plain plastic. Plus, you can step up to the swank Northstar Edition.

Think of that trim level as a kind of King Ranch Ranger—it comes with heating, A/C, power windows, a windshield wiper, and a sealed interior.

Why do I want it?

The 2025 Ranger XP 1000 is a good rig that looks good and works hard. The engine feels brawnier than that 82-hp rating would suggest, and even the larger six-seat models are a lot of fun to rip around in.

The available Ride Command infotainment system, a Polaris exclusive, is the best in the business, and the rider-selectable drive modes are great for tailoring power delivery to the task at hand.

Why don’t I want it?

The base Ranger 1000 costs $13,999, and upgrading to the XP 1000 brings a significant price jump—XPs start at $21,199.

On top of that, most buyers will never come close to maxing out the XP’s additional carrying or towing capacity. In other words, if you don’t mind a more bare-bones experience, you might be better served by the 1000.

Which trim do I want?

That all depends on where you live. The entry trim, the XP 1000 Premium, is a great rig that should be perfect for most buyers. Standard equipment like a poly roof, a 4500-pound winch with synthetic line, and a beefy steel front bumper are all good equipment no matter what you’re up to.

That said, if you find yourself contending with harsh weather, it’s probably worth stepping up to the 2025 Ranger XP 1000 Northstar Edition Premium ($31,999). That trim adds a sealed cab with power windows and HVAC.

If I like this… what else should I look at?

The Ranger XP 1000 defines the utility class for most buyers, regardless of model year. But the model does have solid competition. The 2025 Can-Am Defender, 2025 John Deere XUV835M, and even the Kubota Sidekick all offer similar capability for similar money.

2025 Polaris Ranger XP 1000 Specs

NOTE: Six-seat versions of the Polaris Ranger XP 1000 are sold as the Ranger Crew XP 1000.

Length: 120 in. (XP 1000) / 152 in. (Crew XP 1000)

Width: 62.4 in.

Height: 79.5 in.

Wheelbase: 81 in.

Claimed Curb Weight: 1684 lbs. (XP 1000) / 1953 lbs. (Crew XP 1000)

Engine: Parallel-twin

Displacement: 999 cc

Transmission: CVT with park, reverse, neutral, low, and high

Claimed Power: 82 hp

Claimed Torque: N/A

Fuel System: EFI

Steering: Electric Power Steering

Drivetrain: Selectable AWD with selectable locking differential

Front Suspension: Dual A-arms

Rear Suspension: Dual A-arms

Front Brakes: Hydraulic disc w/ two-piston calipers

Rear Brakes: Hydraulic disc w/ two-piston calipers

Wheels F/R: Cast Aluminum, 14-in.

Tires F/R: Pro Armor X-Terrain, 29x9x14 / Pro Armor X-Terrain, 29x11x14

Bed Capacity: 1000 lbs.

Towing Capacity: 2500 lbs.

Seating Capacity: 3 (XP 1000) / 6 (Crew XP 1000)

Ground Clearance: 14 in.

Fuel Capacity: 11.5 gallons