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Polaris Ranger: Petrol vs Diesel put through their paces

Available with a petrol or diesel engine, the Polaris Ranger has been a popular choice for many agricultural businesses. James Huyton puts the two engine options side by side to see how they compare

James Huyton
Machinery and 51AV视频Technology Specialist
clock 鈥� 8 min read
Side by side little splits the Polaris Ranger diesel deluxe (left) and petrol XP1000.
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Side by side little splits the Polaris Ranger diesel deluxe (left) and petrol XP1000.

With several competing manufacturers offering a range of off-road vehicles including ATVs and UTVs, the price and usability are often key purchasing factors. Could upfront cost and performance give enough...

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