A Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) is a side-by-side seater vehicle meant for rough terrain. They come in multiple styles, types, sizes, and can be retrofitted with aftermarket additions like roll cages and other useful accessories.
These vehicles can be tailored to whatever lifestyle and sport you have in mind, whether that is long-distance travel over tricky terrain or exploring local mountain trails. The 4 seater UTV option is more substantial, but can still have travel kits added or additional storage space. There are several types of UTVs currently available. The recreational and utility models.
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Utility
The UTVs made for utility purposes tend to have more specialized accessories for farming or hunting. They generally have larger motors and less built-in suspension. These UTVs can still be used for off-roading fun, but their primary purpose is more work-based. They are of great use around a farm for hauling things from one end of the property to the other or for general transportation at a large outdoor facility.
Recreation
The sports style UTVs are great for both short and long term off-roading adventures. They have better suspension and lighter builds. There is also a seemingly endless list of accessories you can use to give your 4 seater UTV a complete makeover. These are great for racing on the sand, dirt, gravel, and the countryside. Their superior suspension allows for secure handling over all types of ground.
Aftermarket Products for 4 Seater UTV
There are quite a few accessories and aftermarket products that can be added to most UTVs. You can check what types of accessories are available for any given model before purchasing to ensure that you can use the vehicle for your intended purpose.
Aftermarket products and accessories include, but are not limited to:
- Winches
- Cargo Boxes
- Reinforced Doors
- Roll Cages
- Alternate Suspension
- Flip-up Windshield
- Night Vision Side Mirror
- Tires for Any Terrain
- Fuel Container Mount
- Tie-rod Kit
- Low Door Panels
These can be purchased either by the business location where you get your UTV or online. When possible, it is best to speak with a UTV expert in person or over the phone. However, there are also plenty of online options. It is recommended that you check the model parameters before purchasing any additions online.
Popular Brands
There are a dozen top-rated brands of UTVs, most of which have series or stand-alone 4 seater UTV options. Listed below are some popular brands along with their 2019 and 2020 variants for 4 seater models.
Can-Am MAX series
The Can-Am MAX series includes the following 4 seater UTV options, which are made specifically for work and hunting and all feature storage beds for hauling. All feature specs are taken directly from the UTV information provided on https://can-am.brp.com/ where you can find more details on each.
The MAX series includes
- DEFENDER MAX LONE STAR
- Starting at $20,599
- 13 in. (33 cm) ground clearance
- 28-in. (71.12 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat with Lonestar trims
- DEFENDER MAX DPS
- Starting at $14,999
- Up to 13 in. (33 cm) ground clearance
- 27-in. (68.58 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat
- DEFENDER MAX XT
- Starting at $17,399
- Up to 13 in. (33 cm) ground clearance
- 27-in. (68.58 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat with XT reinforcement
- DEFENDER MAX XT CAB
- Starting at $26,899
- 12 in. (30.5 cm) ground clearance
- 27-in. (68.58 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat with XT reinforcement
- DEFENDER MAX X MR
- Starting at $21,499
- 15 in. (38.1 cm) ground clearance
- 30-in. (76.2 cm) ITP Cryptid tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat with bolster seats
- Exclusive Smart-Lok technology
- DEFENDER MAX LIMITED
- Starting at $27,899
- 12 in. (30.5 cm) ground clearance
- 27-in. (68.58 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- Dual VERSA-PRO bench seat with Limited trims
- HVAC Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning
- DEFENDER 6X6 DPS
- Starting at $17,999
- 13 in. (33 cm) ground clearance
- 27-in. (68.58 cm) Maxxis† Bighorn 2.0 tires
- VERSA-PRO bench seat
- 3, 000 lb (1360.8 kg) towing capacity
Polaris RZR XP series
The Polaris RZR XP series includes the following 4 seater UTV options explicitly made for recreation of all kinds with storage for longer trips. It provides agility, speed, and strength. All feature specs are taken directly from the UTV information provided on https://rzr.polaris.com/ where you can find more details on each.
Polaris RZR XP series includes:
- RZR PRO XP 4
- Starting at $25,699
- Bed Box (L x W x H)26 x 17.7 x 11.5 in (66 x 45 x 29.2 cm)
- Box Capacity 300 lb (136.1 kg)
- Fuel Capacity13 gallon (49.2 L)
- Ground Clearance 14.5 inches (36.8 cm)
- Overall Size (L x W x H) 155 x 64 x 73.6 in (393.7 x 162.6 x 186.9 cm)
- Capacity 900 lb (408.2 kg)
- Storage 1,500 in (24,580.6 cubic cm)
- RZR XP 4 1000
- Starting at $21,499
- Bed Box (L x W x H)28 x 22 x 7 in (72.0 x 57.0 x 17.8 cm)
- Capacity 300 pound (136.1 kg)
- Fuel Capacity 9.5 gallon (35.9 L)
- Ground Clearance 14 inches (35.6 cm)
- Overall Size (L x W x H)146 x 64 x 73.75 in (370.8 x 162.6 x 187.3 cm)
- Payload 900 lb (408 kg)
- Wheelbase 117 in (297.2 cm)
- RZR S4 1000
- Starting at $18,599
- Bed Box (L x W x H)20.7 x 37 x 7.9 in (52.5 x 94 x 20 cm)
- Box Capacity 300 lb (136 kg)
- Fuel Capacity 9.5 gallon (35.9 L)
- Ground Clearance 12.5 inches (31.8 cm)
- Overall Size (L x W x H) 138.1 x 60 x 71.7 inches (350.8 x 152.4 x 182.1 cm)
- Payload 900 lb (408 kg)
- Wheelbase 106.5 in (270.5 cm)
- RZR XP 4 Turbo
- Starting at $22,699
- Bed Box (L x W x H)28 x 22 x 7 in (72.0 x 57.0 x 17.8 cm)
- Box Capacity 300 pound (136.1 kg)
- Fuel Capacity 9.5 gallon (35.9 L)
- Ground Clearance 14 inches (35.6 cm)
- Overall Size (L x W x H)146 x 64 x 73.75 in (370.8 x 162.6 x 187.3 cm)
- Payload 900 lb (408 kg)
- Wheelbase 117 in (297.2 cm)
- RZR XP 4 Turbo S
- Starting at $25,199
- Bed Box (L x W x H) 28 x 22 x 7 in (72.0 x 57.0 x 17.8 cm)
- Box Capacity 300 pound (136.1 kg)
- Fuel Capacity 9.5 gallon (35.9 L)
- Ground Clearance 16 inches (40.6 cm)
- Overall Size (L x W x H) 149 x 72 x 76 in (378.5 x 182.8 x 193 cm)
- Payload 900 lb (408 kg)
- Wheelbase 117 in (297.2 cm)
Hisun Strike Crew
The Hisun Strike Crew is built for strength. It can take a crew of people out into the mountainside or desert with comfort. All feature specs are taken directly from the UTV information provided on https://www.hisunmotors.com/ where you can uncover more details on each.
- STRIKE 1000 CREW EPS
- Starting at $15,499
- Overall (L x W x H): 141″ x 65″ x 77″ (358.14 x 165.1 x 195.58 cm)
- Wheel Base: 103.5″ (262.89 cm)
- Cargo (L x W x H): 24″ x 46″ x 8″ (60.96 x 116.84 x 20.32 cm)
- Cargo Bed Capacity: 350 LBS (158.757 kg)
- Empty Vehicle Weight Rating: 1,889 LBS (856.836 cm)
- Gross Vehicle Weight Rating: 2,928 LBS (1328.118 cm)
- Tow Rating: 1,764 LBS (800.1369 kg)
- Ground Clearance: 13″ (33.02 cm)
Kawasaki TERYX and MULE series
TERYX
This series is an excellent mix of recreation performance and work utility. All feature specs are taken directly from the UTV information provided on https://www.kawasaki.com/ where you can uncover more details on each.
- TERYX4
- Starting at $15,799
- Front Tires Maxxis 26 x 9-12 in (66.04 x 22.86 – 30.48 cm)
- Rear Tires Maxxis 26 x 11-12 in (66.04 x 27.94 – 30.48 cm)
- Ground Clearance 11.2 in (28.448 cm)
- Cargo Bed (LxWxH) 17.9 x 47.6 x 8.7 in (45.466 x 120.904 x 22.098 cm)
- Cargo Bed Capacity 249 lb (112.945 kg)
- Load Capacity 1109 lb (503.0339 kg)
- Seating Capacity 4
- Towing Capacity 1300 lb (589.6701 kg)
A Few other Notable Brands and 2020 4 Door UTV Series
- Yamaha WOLVERINE
- Great for trail riding, performance, utility, and agility
- Kawasaki MULE PRO-FXT series
- Made for utility with plenty of hauling space
A 4 Seater UTV For Everyone
As is apparent from the specs listed above, there is a UTV to fit any lifestyle or need. There are dozens of top brands, hundreds of accessories for any brand, series, or size. This a good starting place for anyone who is seriously looking at getting a UTV for personal or commercial use. They are excellent tools for worksites where heavy lifting is done frequently or where there is a lot of rough terrain ground to cover for your crew. Personal use sports models or hunting utility models come in a variety of price ranges and are easy to handle with the power and ease.
If you are a frequent hunter, extreme sports fan, or just love going out and exploring places that are not usually accessible to vehicles then a UTV will get you there.
