Profiling the latest “quad” marketplace: Which is right for you?

If you’ve been waiting to buy a new ATV or UTV, now is a good time to make a move. Many of the recent supply chain issues have been resolved and production lines are turning out a variety of new quad and side-by-side models to fit every need and budget.

Some manufacturers began rolling out 2024 machines a few weeks ago, with a number of models already in dealers’ showrooms, and more coming in during the late summer or early fall.

ARCTIC CAT

The new 2024 Prowler Pro Ranch Edition side-by-side is designed with precision and functionality for work and play, with a 4,500-pound WARN winch, premium front and rear bumpers, and more than 50 custom-built accessories. With three- or six-passenger options, it features a standard 75-amp alternator, and a formed ROPS for easy installation of cab components.

The Prowler Pro Ranch features a trail-tuned suspension system with 12.5 inches of ground clearance, a 2,000-pound towing capacity and 1,000-pound bed capacity. It’s 50-horsepower (hp) engine has been tuned to deliver optimal power, smooth operation and minimal noise.

Arctic Cat’s Alterra 600 TRV quad has a powerful 600-class, 45 hp engine, comes with 25- or 26-inch tires, and electronic power steering. Now available with a two-up seat, a lower center of gravity for more control and a longer wheelbase for extra comfort. The full-sized, two-rider ATV has a 11.5-inch ground clearance, driver accessible storage, 300 pounds of cargo capacity, and comes equipped with standard steel front and rear racks, a front bumper, and front tow hooks.

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ARGO

This Ontario-based company continues to refine its extensive line of XTVs (Xtreme Terrain Vehicles) – from the value-packed Frontier 700 6×6 Scout, stocked with everything you need to get you and a crew to that secluded fishing lake or duck blind in the marsh – to the Conquest Outfitter that packs the power to haul a half-ton moose out of the bush.

The Frontier features a sturdy VX 700 EFI V-Twin engine, Instant Torque Clutch (ITC) for a smooth trip, heavy-duty front rack, an always-handy 3,500-pound winch, and TrueTimber Prairie camo. With a dependable VX 950 V-Twin EFI fan-cooled engine and the butter-smooth Instant Torque Clutch (ITC), the Conquest Outfitter easily negotiates those hard-to-reach spots, including high altitudes. Big loads are easier to shoulder with 25-inch tires on AirLock steel rims.

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CAN-AM

All-new mid-cc (medium engine displacement) Can-Am Outlander ATV recreational and utility models are at dealers. They’re built with the emphasis of improving the rider’s experience for work and play.

The new recreational Outlander 700 and 500 models, and utility Outlander PRO HD7 and HD5 models, are all equipped with class-leading power, ground clearance, suspension travel, towing capacity, rack capacity and longest maintenance intervals. Standard models include the 500 2×4, DPS, XT 700, X mr 700, MAX DPS, and MAX XT 700. The Outlander PRO HD7 and HD5 machines are built to haul, tow, and store more. There’s also a Pro Hunting Edition. New Can-Am UTV’s should be introduced later this summer and be at dealers shortly thereafter.

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CF MOTO

A major supplier of engines, parts and components for some of the biggest names in motorsports for over 30 years, CF MOTO may be the biggest name in the industry to have flown under the radar of many enthusiasts. Today, the company sells thousands of ATVs and side-by-sides worldwide each year. Its U.S. headquarters in Plymouth, Minn., supplies more than 500 dealers nationwide.

The UFORCE utility SXS models include the two-person 600, with a 580cc, 40 hp engine, the three-person 1000 and 1000 XL, with seating for six. Both are powered by 933 cc engines delivering 79 hp. All UFORCE machines come standard with a hardtop roof, electronic power steering, adjustable driver’s seat, winch, tilt steering wheel, LED headlights/taillights, side mirrors, rear differential lock, digital display and lots of storage.

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HONDA

For 2024, Honda is unveiling new versions of the FourTrax Foreman, Foreman Rubicon and Rancher families with new trim color options. The Rubicon is powered by a 518cc longitudinally mounted engine with two transmission choices. Three models get Honda’s automatic Dual Clutch Transmission with high- and low-range sub-transmission in three trim levels: the base model, an EPS-equipped model or the Deluxe EPS version. A manual five-speed transmission and automatic clutch with reverse also is available. All Rubicon models include selectable 2WD/4WD with a locking front differential, and four-wheel independent suspension with 7.3 inches of travel up front and 8.5 inches at the rear.

Back by popular demand are Honda’s smallest side-by-sides – the Pioneer 520 and Pioneer 500, touting strong performance and exceptional value. The Pioneer 520 features a 518cc EFI engine, selectable 2WD/4WD and a 450-pound-capacity hydraulic-assist dump bed, and 1,000-pound towing capacity. It has a 50-inch chassis, independent front and rear suspension. The 520 is available in five colors.

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KAWASAKI

The extensive line of Kawasaki MULE SXS models has been recognized as a top performer for work and recreation. The latest evolution is the MULE PRO-FX 1000 HD, a three-passenger vehicle powered by a larger Kawasaki-built 999cc liquid-cooled, four-stroke parallel-twin engine that delivers significantly greater power and torque along with increased top speed to make it Kawasaki’s fastest MULE ever.

Complementing the engine is a sturdy chassis with MULE PRO series performance and new double-wishbone long-travel suspension, along with a self-leveling rear suspension that adjusts to help keep the vehicle level when fully loaded. There’s also a 1-ton towing capacity, 20-square-foot cargo bed, Electrically selectable 2WD/4WD dual-mode differential, speed-sensitive Electronic Power Steering (EPS), tilt steering wheel, driver/center under-seat storage, sun top, rear view mirror and three-year limited warranty.

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POLARIS

For 2024, Polaris expands its already extensive Ranger line with the revolutionary new Ranger XD 1500, an entirely new class of extreme duty utility side-by-sides, featuring the industry’s first 1500cc, three-cylinder engine that delivers 110 hp with 105 pounds-foot of torque, and the totally new Steeldrive automatic transmission with steel-constructed belt for maximum strength, durability and ease of operation.

Ranger XD 1500 is built on a high-strength, one piece steel chassis that provides a solid foundation for its 1,500-pound capacity cargo box and 3,500-pound towing capability, a 40% increase over existing models. There’s also 15 inches of clearance with arched A-arms to help clear large obstacles. RANGER XD 1500 offers service intervals four-to-six times longer than standard full-size UTVs, so customers can maximize their uptime.

The intuitive rotary drive mode selector offers four drive modes: comfort for a quieter ride experience; standard for everyday driving; sport that maximizes throttle response; and tow/haul for maximum torque. Hill assist prevents the vehicles from rolling backwards when letting off the accelerator and brakes when heading uphill, while descent control engages the transmission to maintain control while descending slopes. Other features include heating and air conditioning, and ride command touchscreen display. There are three models – the XD 1500 Premium, NorthStar Premium and NorthStar Ultimate – with over 70 available accessory options. Machines are expected to begin shipping in late summer.

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YAMAHA

The 2024 Grizzly EPS XT-R is the ultimate Yamaha ATV with enhanced terrain capability thanks to its factory-installed WARN VRX 25 winch, aluminum wheels, and 27-inch Maxxis’ Zilla tires – all wrapped in high-quality painted bodywork and unique XT-R graphics. The XT-R is equipped with Yamaha’s powerful 686cc engine featuring a broad, usable powerband that’s ideal for working hard or playing hard.

The high-mounted air intake layout improves power and torque, while a separate inlet reduces the temperature of the drive system and helps keep water and dirt out. A stainless steel exhaust system and a screen-type spark arrestor provide added power while minimizing noise output. And a fan-assisted high-capacity radiator generates plenty of airflow for maximum cooling efficiency, and is positioned high in the frame for optimal protection.

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