The 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 EPS in Sunset Red Metallic from Polaris.

2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 Overview

The six-passenger  2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 from Polaris features a number of improvements compared to the 2018 version including more power, ground clearance, towing capacity and larger tires. The Sage Green base model starts at $16,299 and there are four models in the lineup including a Premium model with automotive paint, a 20th Anniversary Limited Edition with special paint scheme and stitched seats, the Northstar Edition with a full HVAC cab and a High Lifter Edition for mud riding. Some of the key features and specs of the 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 include:

• 82 hp engine
• High Performance On-Demand True AWD/2WD/VersaTrac Turf Mode
• Engine braking system
• Electronic power steering
• 27″ Maxxis tires on aluminum Black Xcelerator 2.0 wheels
• 11″ of front and rear suspension travel
• 13″ of ground clearance
• 1,000 lbs capacity cargo bed
• 2,500 lbs towing capacity
• 4-Wheel Hydraulic Disc with Dual-Bore Front Calipers
• Under seat storage and pass through for longer items
• New front fascia design

Reviews Summary

These reviews focus on the base and Premium model with some owner added options as noted. In general, the reviews are very positive. Owners like the power, ride and storage of this model. The only common issue is that the response of the vehicle on initial take-off can be “jerky”. The first two videos discuss some of the key features of the vehicles and are from dealers. Actual owners with time on the machines made the latter two and are more informative.

Vehicle Walk Arounds

Video walk around of the 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 by Family PowerSports in Lubbock, TX provides a nice overview of key changes from 2018 model. These changes include:

• New front fascia
• Increase ground clearance from 11″ to 13″
• 26″ stock tires to 27″ 6-ply tires
• Increased horsepower from 80 to 82
• Increase towing capacity from 2,000 lbs to 2,500 lbs
• Widened front and rear entries for easier ingress and egress
• 25% thicker seats for more comfort
• Cleaner dash design
• Added storage under passenger seat

Video walk around of the 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 by Leone Polaris in Peru, IL. This video provides more footage of vehicle specifics but is also a little harder sell. The presenter noted similar changes over the 2018 model as in the video above and added the following:

• Best crew model on the market
• 25% tighter turning radius
• Highest grade tires and wheels
• Tailgate quality similar to a good pickup truck

Owner Reviews

Video review from owner with the 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 EPS Premium

• First-time UTV owner reviewing after about 800 miles and 75 hours using the vehicle
• Use the UTV when camping and added front full glass windshield, rear plexiglass window and roof from Polaris and a bluetooth audio system from a third party provider
• Owner is from South Dakota and used vehicle on gravel roads and farmland
• Compared to base model this one has different gauge and dashboard along with automotive paint
• Would have bought full glass rear window instead of plexiglass which probably won’t last that long
• Love the ride:  “Drives like a Cadillac” and seats are “top notch”
• Takes bumps and river bottoms really well in front and rear seats
• Love the look of the front which looks like a pickup truck
• Crew size is good for family with three boys
• Lot of room for storage
• Like the power. Have easily towed trailer with pavers.
• Don’t like the dust in the cabin even with half windshield we tried from neighbor; Better without windshield but our area has a lot of bugs
• No grab handle for the driver seat which makes it difficult for older person to enter the vehicle
• Accessories are extremely expensive e.g. doors would cost $5,000 more
• Machine is long. You will need a 14 ft. trailer.
• Commenters responding to the video talked about having a “jerky” initial takeoff. Others suggested this lessened with breaking in of the belt and using lower gear at start.
• Another commenter noted the “amazing power” of this model

First impression video review by a new owner of the 2019 Ranger Crew XP 1000 in Sage Green which is the base model. The owner drove the vehicle around a duck hunting camp in Alabama checking and pulling game cameras.

• First time UTV and Polaris owner with a couple of hours of use on the vehicle
• Added front and rear glass. The Plexiglas option when scratched can be difficult to see through in low light.
• Sage Model doesn’t have adjustable driver seat and just a digital gauge instead of additional analog gauges.
• Like the large amount of storage
• Might put in 1/4 doors up front in contrast to the standard side nets
• Reached 52 mph top speed
• Driving in work mode seems to have a smoother throttle response in contrast to the other modes
• 2″ higher ground clearance is good for use in the water
• Very happy with it