The Best Utility ATVs Across the Board in 2025

Whether you want a performance machine for the trail or a workhorse for the farm, ATV manufacturers have you covered for the 2025 Model Year, and we’ve been whittling down each company’s offerings to pick our favorites. We admit to skewing towards the mid- and big-bore machines as they provide extra strength and power—and the fun that goes along with it—which allows for a wider range of usability and enjoyment down the road. From Arctic Cat to Yamaha, here is ATV.com’s list of the Best Utility ATVs For 2025 From Each (Major) Manufacturer.

Outlander DPS 500/700 ($6,649)

Can-Am’s Outlander DPS 500 is one of the best all-around ATVs on sale today. It’s punchy enough to entertain experienced riders yet not so supremely overkill on the power front that it endangers newcomers to the machine, whether they’re using it for work or play. Powering the DPS 500 is a motor good for 40 horsepower and 37-lb-ft of torque, and as the name implies the quad comes with Can-Am’s excellent Dynamic Power Steering (DPS). The 500 can tow a shocking 1,830 pounds and comes equipped with LED headlights and taillights. It’s priced well, too.

Outlander XT 850/1000R ($13,649 /15,049)

We’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the Outlander 500’s better-endowed siblings, the big-bore Outlander 850 and Outlander 1000R. These beasts are the real-deal, and you might be surprised to find that both are equipped with a 999cc Rotax V-Twin engine. However, in 850 guise it’s good for 82 horsepower and 66 lb-ft of torque while in 1000R form it whacks the dyno with 101 horsepower and 69 lb-ft of torque. The differences in output come down mainly to ECU and electronics tuning, but it’s not like the 850 is lacking for grunt.

Both of these quads ride on a chassis that was new last year and Can-Am packaged in a ton of goodies as well. There’s a plethora of configurations to choose from, including mud-ready, race-ready, and two-up models, but our pick of the litter is the Outlander XT for both 850 and 1000R models. It gets three power modes (Work, Standard, and Sport), Tri-Mode DPS, heavier-duty front and rear bumpers, a 3,500 pound capacity winch, 26” XPS Trail King 2 tires, hand guards, and more, all for what seems like a relatively incremental $1,200 over the model one rung below it. We know, we know; $14-16k is a ton of money for an ATV. And yet, every time we throw a leg over the Outlander 850 or 1000R, we find those prices perfectly reasonable.

CFORCE 600 ($7,399)

A lot of people overlook CFMoto, and frankly that shouldn’t be the case. While the brand does a 1000-class “Overland” model, it’s the CFORCE 600 that represents the sweet spot in the CFMoto lineup. A lot of that is thanks to the machine’s very palatable price, which puts it in a class usually occupied by machines smaller than its engine size denotes. For just over seven grand, buyers receive a 580cc single-cylinder engine that makes 44 horsepower and 37-lb-ft of torque, which motivates it quite nicely considering the quad’s 750 pound weight.

The CFORCE 600 is a nice looking wheeler, too. LED headlights and other niceties like hand guards straight from the factory help, as does a 3,500 pound winch, and the CFORCE 600 is capable of towing 1,500 pounds. Pricing is a big factor here too, with the bargain-basement MSRP undercutting the actual quality of the ATV by quite a bit.

FourTrax Foreman Rubicon 4x4 EPS ($9,599)

If you want a quad that will outlive you, look no further than a Honda. The low and middle-end machines from Team Red are great in their own right, yet our focus drifts to the Foreman Rubicon, specifically in 4x4 EPS guise. This is largely thanks to the five-speed manual transmission that’s totally unique in the marketplace, and as unkillable as they come.

Obviously the Honda’s 518cc single cylinder engine packs a less potent punch than others out there, and the towing capacity is a bit low at 1,322 pounds, though we’ll again reiterate how indestructible these ATVs are. And with a manual gearbox, front locker, and relatively light sub-700 pound wet weight, the Foreman Rubicon is a good time to play around with, too.

BRUTE FORCE 750 EPS (MSRP $11,399)

We’re unashamed fans of Kawasaki’s Brute Force 750 line even though the quad has only received cosmetic changes in what feels like an eternity. The 749cc V-twin is outclassed by the powerplants available from brands like Can-Am and Polaris, but it packs a wallop of a punch and, thanks to a light 732 pound wet weight, is a machine that can make even the most mundane tasks fun. Price creep has definitely gotten to the ‘ol Brute somewhat, yet it’s still one of our all-around favorites.

Other highlights of the Brute Force 750 EPS are a 4.3” TFT color instrument panel, LED lighting all around, built-in storage that’s new as of the 2024 refresh, and did we mention the 749cc V-twin? The Brute can only tow 1,250 pounds which isn’t great for the class, and yet we couldn’t care less. We adore this Kawi.

Sportsman 570 EPS ($9,199)

Polaris’ Sportsman 570 is a great machine; it’s just good, basic machinery as far as quads go. The 567cc engine makes 44 horsepower and is good for a 1,350 pound towing capacity, and it’s a good vehicle to spend time with whether working or trailing. We recommend stepping up over the base model to the EPS trim for the power steering alone, but equally so recommend staying well away from the higher-end 570s which can approach and crest the pricing of the Sportsman 850.

Sportsman 850 Premium ($12,199)

Speaking of the Sportsman 850, yes—it’s on our list, too. Like the 570, you have to step up over the base model to get Electric Power Steering and yes, you want it. Regardless, the 850’s 78 horsepower engine is a beast. The 850 Premium touts a 1,500 pound towing capacity, 360 pounds worth of carrying capacity between the front and back racks, and LED pod and headlights up front.

The above machine comes in at just over $12k and represents the sweet spot for the 850-class Sportsman, but we wouldn’t blame you for splurging for the Sportsman 850 Trail. $13,599 (a meager $1,400 over the Premium) adds 27" Pro Armor X-Terrain Tires 14" Aluminum Wheels, Dual High Clearance Arched A-Arms, 3,500-lb Polaris HD Winch With Synthetic Rope, and “Ultimate Series” front and rear bumpers.

Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate ($16,499)

It’s unquestionably overkill, but the Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate is up there with the best of the best. Polaris’ huge 90 horsepower engine tucked into the standard-width Sportsman chassis makes for an absolute monster. But the motor isn’t the whole story here, with Polaris equipping the Sportsman XP 1000 Ultimate with a ton of other goodies like Multi-Select Electronic Power Steering (EPS), 12” of ground clearance, six gallons of integrated storage, sealed high-clearance arched dual A-arms, and a 7” RIDE COMMAND digital display.

Other niceties included are LED pod and headlights, six moveable tie-down points, 27” tires, a 3,500-lb winch, a heavy duty front bumper, and RIDE COMMAND+ connected vehicle capability. There’s no denying that the XP 1000 Ultimate is a ton of money, but it’s unquestionably a ton of quad, too, and it’s one of the best you can buy in 2025.

KingQuad 750AXi Power Steering SE ($11,529)

The King Quad is a good, reliable, no-fuss ATV. Under its “hood” lies a 722cc single-cylinder engine, which is almost perfectly paired with a 721 pound weight. Buyers don’t flock to the King Quad like they used to, and we don’t hesitate to pass the blame to Suzuki for leaving the KQ relatively update-free for the majority of its life. And yet, with a comfortable seating position, fuss-free operation, 1,322 pound towing capacity, and 24-month limited warranty, there is some justification to buying the King Quad 750 today, and it’s without question the best quad Suzuki sells.

Grizzly 700 EPS XT-R ($11,399)

The Yamaha Grizzly 700 has a reputation for being a fantastic all-around machine, and it’s well-deserved. In any trim, the Grizz is light on its feet, nimble, easy to use, very capable, and extremely durable. Of those available today, we like the 700 EPS XT-R model. Yamaha says this version is “ready for extreme adventure with a factory‑installed WARN® Winch, Special Edition paint, color‑matched wheels and aggressive tread Maxxis® 'Zilla tires,” and all of those goodies only add roughly $1,000 to the price tag over a base model.

No, the 686cc single-cylinder engine won’t blow you away, but the Ultramatic transmission is the best in the ‘biz this side of Honda’s manual, which Yamaha backs with a 10-year belt warranty. New Grizz models get LED lights front and rear, and the EPS system itself is all-new for 2025. While the Grizzly 700 isn’t for those who want all-out power, it’s a great combination of sportiness, reliability, and usability, and it remains one of our favorite ATVs on sale today.