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MSRP: $11,499
Engine: 675cc Kawasaki liquid cooled 4-stroke
Transmission: Continuously variable transmission
Drive Wheels: Automatic all-wheel drive, locking differentials
Front Suspension: Independent, dual A-arm
Rear Suspension: Solid, swingarm
Wheelbase: 81.5 in
Curb Weight: 1,450 lb
Ground Clearance: 7.4 in
Fuel Capacity: 6.5 gal
Bed Capacity: 800 lb
Tow Capacity: 1,000 lb

JOHN DEERE GATOR XUV 620i 4X4

A sportier rendition of the John Deere Gator theme, the XUV 620i is powered by a 23-horsepower Kawasaki twin with Electronic Fuel Injection. On-demand true 4WD can be shifted from 2WD at the press of a switch. The ROPS (roll over protection system) cage is OSHA certified and the design features three point belts and hand holds for added security. The Gator XUV (www.JohnDeere.com; 800-537-8233) is also available with an 854cc three-cylinder Yanmar diesel for $1,100 more.

MSRP: $9,499
Engine: 617cc Kawasaki EFI twin
Transmission: Dual range CVT
Drive Wheels: On-demand 4WD, locking differentials
Front Suspension: Independent MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension: Independent, coil over shocks
Wheelbase: 79 in
Curb Weight: 1,383 lb
Ground Clearance: 11 in
Fuel Capacity: 5.3 gal
Bed Capacity: 1,000 lb
Tow Capacity: 1,300 lb

KAWASAKI MULE 3010 TRANS4X4

Can’t decide if you need a crew style UTV? Kawasaki (www.Kawasaki.com; 800-661-RIDE) has the answer with the 3010 TRANS4x4. When you need a large cargo area, the 3010 can function as a two-passenger vehicle with a 15.2-cubic-foot bed. If four adults are the cargo, fold the front of the bed and flip the rear seat up. Dependable power comes from a Kawasaki liquid-cooled four stroke V-twin.

MSRP: $9,599
Engine: 617cc liquid cooled V-twin
Transmission: Continuously variable transmission
Drive Wheels: 2WD, 4WD, w/low range
Front Suspension: Independent MacPherson strut
Rear Suspension: Semi-independent DeDion axle
Wheelbase: 85.2 in
Curb Weight: 1,472 lb
Ground Clearance: 7.0 in
Fuel Capacity: 6.4 gal
Bed Capacity: 800 lb
Tow Capacity: 1,200 lb

KUBOTA RTV900

Offering more than 1,100 pounds of bed cargo capacity, the Kubota RTV900 (www.Kubota.com; 888-4KUBOTA) is engineered to tackle big jobs. Power comes from a reliable 3-cylinder Kubota diesel that produces 21.6 horsepower. Kubota’s unique variable hydro transmission allows you to gear the RTV900 for the duty at hand with low, medium and high range settings. For all-weather operation, the RTV900 can be fitted with a hard-shell cab, windshield wipers and an in-cab heater.

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