Polaris Ranger Crew Reliability Question - What UTV to Buy????

[SJay]

Hi Polaris Owners. Thought I would post this question to the forum.

Currently have a 17 year old 4x2 Gator and am looking for something to use for working on my property and also giving the grandchildren a ride occasionally.

After driving a few of them - I am down to a Polaris Crew 570-4, John Deere UTV 825 S4 or a Kubota RTV X1140. Cost is important and they are 11,500, about 16,500 and 17,500. I liked the ride of all 3, but the like the bed size on the Deere and Kubota. I like the price of the Polaris.

I do not run my machine hard and will not be going off roading with them other than the trails on my property (Slow). I only have 600 hours on my Gator and it is 17 years old.

Seem to see a lot of negative on the reliability of the Polaris. What has your experience been? Thanks

 

[dusty3030]

Did you look at Honda, Yamaha and Kawasaki too? Just asking why those are not in your list.

https://www.kawasaki.com/Products/2...RYLANDING-_-PRODUCTTHUMBNAIL-_-PRODUCTDETAILS

2 Pioneer 7-4 Deluxe OVERVIEW - Honda

 

[flynlow8740]

You can’t go wrong with the Kubota. The hydrostatic transmission is SO much better for a work machine than a CVT belt. I have a RTV X1100 and it has been flawless in 2 1/2 years and 300 hours.

 

[dusty3030]

Should have said in my original post too, the three you list don't really compare at all. The Polaris you 570 listed is fairly low on power for it's size. If you load up the seats with folks it is a real dog.

The Ranger Crew 900 is more comparable to the Deere and Kubota you have listed.

 

[xformer]

Recently I was looking into buying a used UTV - before I came back to reality and decided on another CUT. Came to the conclusion that anything without a CVT (belt) is the way to go. The Hondas -if you can afford them - seem to be the most reliable but I'm sure the Kubota diesel owners would have something to say about that. I also found a bunch of negative reviews on the newer Polaris machines and quickly decided against one. Since pretty much all UTV's do the same thing it really boils down to the motor/trans and I'm sure Honda and Kubota have much more engineering experience in that department.
With all that said, and considering your light usage you can probably get just about any brand and not be disappointed. Get the least expensive one you can find - just don't let the grand kids drive it when they grow up!

 

[SJay]

Yes, I did drive the Mule, didn't care for it. I don't want doors. May take a look at the Yamaha, depends on the cargo box size. The reason the 570-4 is in there we tried it first and really liked it, but the box is somewhat small. Looked a the Deere and Kubota. Looking for opinions on all three - any input is appreciated.

 

[1010]

Stay away from Polaris. We have a 900XP, fun to ride but it wears out quick.. Ours gets used, well used too.. just saying.. Going to a Honda next..

I would like to also mention how bad dust is in the side bys. We also have a 855D not near as comfortable but it's been a tank compared to the 900 but not near as fun or power..

Did I mention how bad dust is in a side by side..

 

[DK35vince]

Should have said in my original post too, the three you list don't really compare at all. The Polaris you 570 listed is fairly low on power for it's size. If you load up the seats with folks it is a real dog.

The Ranger Crew 900 is more comparable to the Deere and Kubota you have listed.

The HP specs I found
Deere UTV 845- 50 HP.
Kubota RTV X 1140- 24.8 HP
Polaris crew 570- 44 HP.
Polaris Ranger crew 900- 68 HP.

 

[cathy liebchen]

We will never own another Polaris product- terrible reliability and bad warranty. There is a reason there are a ton of one year old ones for sale used and hardly ever see a new Gator or Mule for sale.

We like the Kawasaki Mule Pro and have 2 of them- thought we would not like the doors but love them now, of course they are easy to take off as well. The Gator is basically the same Chery 3 cylinder gas engine in a less desirable vehicle.

Honda makes a great UTV but bed is small. Same with Yamaha.

It all depends on what you want to do with it. The Mule has a huge cargo bed and rides well, certainly fast enough for us. If you are doing heavy choring and towing and don't mind a really slow vehicle, the Kubota RTV is the ticket because of the tractor transmission. I have heard people having problems with them (leaking seals, wheel bearings eaten up) but many love them

 

[SJay]

Well, looked at a used Mule Pro 6 seater tonight. Only had 275 hours on it and is a 2015. Gave them some money to hold if for me. Thanks for all the help.

 

[STERLING351]

I have a 570-4 and love it. I use it mostly for maintaining my fence line and getting around my property. The bed could be bigger I agree but it does fit my generator and welder in the bed for when I am building fences or corrals. I have no complaints with it and have left it stock, I am thinking about adding a 2in lift because it does sit low when I have myself and 3 friends in it plus equipment.

 

[Maxify]

I've got a 2011 Polaris Diesel Ranger and i'm totally honked off at Polaris for selling me a ranger with a battery that only lasted 8 yrs.
That's it.
That's the only replacement part I've installed in 8 yrs of hard, and I mean HARD, farm work.
Anyway, I wouldn't be wary of Polaris products.
Just keep up your maintenace and they'll reward you with years of service.

All of the manufacturers you mentioned make good equipment and; Yeah, ok, they might make a dinger here and there.
You'll find many Deere and Bota haters amongst their owners, as well.
For what you have intended for it's use...Go for the least expensive ranger and enjoy your trails.
Leave the mountainside trails and mud bogs for the rich & foolish.

 

[SJay]

Didn't get the Mule Pro, felt the machine was to beat up. Going to look at the Kubota X1140 again and also the Can-Am Defender Max.

 

[SJay]

When I pull the trigger it is going to be the Kubota RTVX1140

 

[SJay]

Getting a X1140 to demo on my property next week. Was able to try a Gator S4 last week, not what I want. Drove a Can-Am Defender Max. HD8, nice quite machine.

 

[bridge4]

had a 2016 ranger 900xp. I used it mostly in winter with tracks for grooming, but some trail work as well. I liked it...but it wasn't for me and I always felt there was work I needed to do to IT, not the work I wanted to do. I did modify mine heavily, and I think I over-did it and soured my opinion on them. My ATV has been much better for my needs and is a Polaris also.

The battery is worthless. Absolute trash and if it isn't on a tender the thing will die within two days. This has been well documented on prcforum.com . Maybe this has been fixed, but lots of threads about battery issues.

If I were to get a UTV again, I'd get a straight worker, like the Kubota, FIL has one and loves it. Even the polaris Brutus, but I don't think I'd ever buy a Ranger again. I also wouldn't get a 540, but based on your history of use it would probably be enough for you and your needs.


IF you do get a Polaris, join that forum, and go find Greg (Toxic-21) The man is a literal Polaris Genius and will diagnose, help fix or find the part number to literally anything on your rig. That forum has some guys who know what is what.

 

[SJay]

Thanks bridge4 for the information. Funny you mentioined problems with the battery on yours - my Dad has a Polaris ATV and he has to keep it on a battery tender also. What I don't understand is the unbelievable prices of these machines - WOW

 

[shooterdon]

I sold an 800XP and 570RZR.

The 570 will be a dog in a Ranger.

You will be better served by a used pickup truck and it will be less expensive and more reliable.

 

[bridge4]

Thanks bridge4 for the information. Funny you mentioined problems with the battery on yours - my Dad has a Polaris ATV and he has to keep it on a battery tender also. What I don't understand is the unbelievable prices of these machines - WOW

If you think about it, they are jeeps with no safety equipment, but even more off road capability. It's an impressive thing, but hard to swallow I agree.

 

[farmer2009]

I’ve got a 2016 Ranger 570-6. Haven’t ran out of power yet. I’ve had somethings I didn’t have enough traction to pull but not power.

It’s got over 600 hours and 2400 miles on it. Only thing I’ve done is change front u-joints. Besides maintenance. Still has original battery. Keep a synthetic oil in it. I don’t trail ride mine. It’s all farm work.

Main complaint is ground clearance. A lot of that complaint is because of length. High centers quickly. Next would be bed space. But then can you ever have a big enough bed. I carry a 30 gallon sprayer tank all summer so that’s half the bed. If your going to haul with it. Set your rear springs as stiff as possible and front in mid range. Get the glass windshield and forget about the poly one.