2026 RANGER CREW XD 1500 NORTHSTAR EDITION ULTIMATE

2026 Polaris Ranger XD 1500 NorthStar Edition Ultimate.

The 2026 Polaris Ranger Crew XD 1500 NorthStar Edition Ultimate is a full-size utility side-by-side built around serious carrying and towing ability, while adding the enclosed-cab comfort usually associated with more specialised transport. Its six-seat layout makes it suited to carrying a larger crew, equipment or passengers across working properties and off-road environments without sacrificing the practical character expected of a Ranger.

At the centre of the package is a 1,498cc ProStar three-cylinder engine producing 110 HP and 142 Nm of torque. It is paired with the STEELDRIVE automatic transmission, with selectable drive modes covering Comfort, Standard, Sport and Tow/Haul duties. The transmission's D/R/P operation and low-speed control are intended to make manoeuvring around trailers, uneven ground and work areas more predictable, while Hill Assist helps maintain control when starting or stopping on inclines.

Capability is a defining strength. The electronic-lift cargo box is rated to carry 680 kg, while the vehicle's 1,588 kg hitch towing rating gives it the capacity to handle substantial trailers and equipment. A 748 kg payload rating adds further flexibility for tools, supplies and materials. The Lock & Ride MAX cargo system is designed around easily configurable accessories, allowing the load area to be adapted as requirements change rather than being limited to one fixed arrangement.

The Crew configuration stretches to 4,165 mm in length and uses a 3,226 mm wheelbase, providing room for six occupants. Its 38 cm of ground clearance, 30-inch Kenda Cross Trail tyres and 15-inch aluminium wheels are well matched to rough tracks, ruts and uneven surfaces. Dual A-arm suspension is used front and rear, with independent rear suspension and 30.5 cm of travel at both ends. Four-wheel hydraulic disc brakes and power-assisted braking provide the stopping hardware for a vehicle intended to carry significant loads.

NorthStar equipment changes the everyday experience substantially. The enclosed cab uses powered window doors, a tip-out glass windscreen, rear glass panel, wiper and washer, sound insulation, heating, air conditioning and demisting. Heated seats, contoured bolstered seating and a centre armrest add comfort for longer periods behind the wheel, while tilt and telescopic steering adjustment helps accommodate different drivers. These features make the vehicle more usable in changing weather and during extended work days without taking away from its off-road utility.

The Ultimate specification also brings a JBL Trail Pro 2000 audio system and a 7-inch RIDE COMMAND display with a factory rear camera. The system provides a central interface for vehicle information and mapping functions, with the camera assisting visibility when reversing or positioning near equipment. LED headlights, tail-lights, rear work lighting, dome lighting and cargo-area illumination improve visibility around the vehicle, while the overhead switch panel and 12-volt cargo-box power port support additional work equipment and accessories.

With its combination of six-person accommodation, a large powered cargo box, substantial towing capacity, selectable all-wheel-drive modes and a climate-controlled cab, the Ranger Crew XD 1500 NorthStar Edition Ultimate is focused on making demanding off-road transport more manageable. It offers a distinctly work-oriented platform, but its seating, climate control and connected equipment give it the versatility to serve as comfortable transport between jobs as well as a load-carrying tool.

• 110 HP, 1,498cc ProStar triple-cylinder engine
• STEELDRIVE automatic transmission
• Selectable AWD, 2WD, Turf and Ultra Turf modes
• 680 kg cargo-box capacity and 1,588 kg towing rating
• Six-seat Crew configuration
• Enclosed cab with heating, air conditioning and powered window doors
• Heated seats, JBL audio and 7-inch RIDE COMMAND display
• Electronic-lift dump box with Lock & Ride MAX integration

Other highlights include Condition: New; Body type: Utility Side by Side; Drive train: Selectable on-demand AWD/2WD/Turf/Ultra Turf; Engine or motor: 1498cc 4-stroke DOHC triple-cylinder ProStar engine, 110 HP; Exterior colour: Treeline Green Metallic.