The new Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT with seating configured for three with additional room for cargo.
The Mule PRO-FXT Camo model configured for six passengers.
The 2015 Kawasaki Mule PRO-FXT’s tilt cargo bed in action.
Kawasaki recently announced their newest Mule utility vehicle, the PRO-FXT which can seat six or three with an additional 20″ of cargo space using their configurable Trans Cab seating. The Mule PRO-FXT comes in four models: non-electronic power steering version, EPS, EPS LE and Camo. The vehicle lineup features a new 812cc three-cylinder fuel injected engine which produces 48 ft-lbs of torque and is matched with a continuously variable transmission. Other key features include:
- Electrically selectable 2WD/4WD system that has a dual-mode rear differential
- CVT with engine braking
- 1,000 lb hauling capacity
- 2,000 lb towing capacity
- Digital fuel injection
- 10.2 inches of ground clearance and 8.7 inches of suspension travel
- Short wheelbase and overall length
- LCD instrument cluster
- Four automotive style doors
- Three-point harnesses for each passenger
- High output alternator and multiple 12 volt outlets
- Tilt-steering on most models
The MSRPs for the product lineup are $12,999 for the base model, $13,999 for the EPS, and $15,999 for the EPS LE and the Camo versions. Learn more: UTVunderground.com
Comment: While a lot of attention has been paid to the competition in the sport UTV segment, the work UTV segment is heating up as well. This is the second 2015 model year vehicle to feature six passenger seating, the other being the Yamaha Viking VI. We are also seeing a continued emphasis on versatility, more horsepower, auxiliary power and an extensive lineup of accessories. While the sport UTV segment maybe the glamour segment, the work UTV segment offers some growth opportunities for companies as more potential customers realize the versatility and productivity of work UTVs. If they make sense from a cost benefit point of view than the market will respond. It also helps that one of the booming areas of the economy is the energy sector which requires off-road access and the ability to move work crews around. Kawasaki, Yamaha and Polaris are all making pointed efforts to expand their presence in the work utility segment.