When we went to upgrade to an HVAC model we went Defender Limited hands down. More comfortable, more roomy, more quiet. Disadvantges to Ranger. Not as good turning radius (minimal difference) , clutching is smoother on my Ranger. pretty easy to live with. I find the defender to be superior in every other way. It also looks so much cooler.
Next time you should compare the same year models. I have the 2025 defender max limited HD10 and it’s hands down better than the Polaris. “But I’m splitting hairs…you be the judge.” What a waste of time watching this review.
I bought a new 24 ranger northstar crew in April. I had 2 months and had nothing but problems I traded it in and bought a defender limited and never looked back hell of lot better machine hands down
I keep reading how many people are having trouble and problems with Polaris I’m close on buying a machine but I hate the fact that to change the oil on the can am you have to disassemble the interior 🤦♂️😂
I like everything better on the ranger except for the seating position and leg room. The comfort and room in the defender are why I got that one. I wish I had the locking doors, but the 2025s that have those were $2k more than the 24s that were on sale. I'll probably buy the lock kit later when it's available.
CanAm is the quieter machine, there's no comparison. I will agree that the CanAm shifter/transmission is "notchier" but it's a non-factor once moving. I can't possibly see how you find the Polaris interior "roomier" or better laid out, at best this is a wash between the two. The AC system on the CanAm is the clear winner as well, just ask any dealer, technician and/or owner, they have the better performing and more reliable HVAC system. The same goes for reliability, Polaris is lacking in this department. I have owned both brands, while I was once a Polaris fanboy I have moved over to CanAm for better reliability and resale. My only complaint with my '24 CanAm Defender Max Limited are the halogen headlights, sure the DRL/Signature light is a LED but they really should have put LED's for the hi/lo beams. I will be rectifying this with aftermarket LED bulbs. It seems your Polaris bias heavily impacted your comparison but it's human nature to favor that of which you are invested so I can't fault you there. That said, you really should be comparing the same year models here as that puts the CanAm at a disadvantage in this shootout.
Defender has 2 models also, limited and lone star. Along with 25’s having locking doors and the double door seal unlike 24’s. Might be a few other updates also but I can’t remember.
Good comparison video however the 2025 Can Am has a few changes that the 24's don't have. The can am should have led headlights. I have looked at both and it seems like the can am interior is roomier overall. How much are the rebates on the Polaris currently?
They are both very nice machines. I looked at both but bought a 2023 hd9 dps cab defender . It’s a heated cab model no ac. I saved $8500 from the limited model . Polaris couldn’t come close in price. This machine was a huge upgrade from my 2017 can am commander (extremely loud engine noise) . I had to wear ear plugs and muffs which felt like I was at work . After a year and a half of ownership I still enjoyed the machine until I took my folks 1500 northstar ranger out for a ride lol. . Polaris has certainly upped their game.
How can you compare the Polaris 2025 to a defender 2024? 2025 Defender limited has all the same upgrades. I guess you are really biased. Don’t even do a comparison of different years.
That logic applies to anything - why lock your car, or your house then? Honestly it’s nice, I drove my 25 Defender to the restaurant and left everything inside the cab and locked it. Love mine
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When we went to upgrade to an HVAC model we went Defender Limited hands down. More comfortable, more roomy, more quiet. Disadvantges to Ranger. Not as good turning radius (minimal difference) , clutching is smoother on my Ranger. pretty easy to live with. I find the defender to be superior in every other way. It also looks so much cooler.
Defender hands down, better fit and finish, better air conditioning and quiter in cab noise. Not to mention berptter depenability
Next time you should compare the same year models. I have the 2025 defender max limited HD10 and it’s hands down better than the Polaris. “But I’m splitting hairs…you be the judge.” What a waste of time watching this review.
I bought a new 24 ranger northstar crew in April. I had 2 months and had nothing but problems I traded it in and bought a defender limited and never looked back hell of lot better machine hands down
I keep reading how many people are having trouble and problems with Polaris I’m close on buying a machine but I hate the fact that to change the oil on the can am you have to disassemble the interior 🤦♂️😂
@@DuckbumSD You can change oil without taking interior apart.
I like everything better on the ranger except for the seating position and leg room. The comfort and room in the defender are why I got that one. I wish I had the locking doors, but the 2025s that have those were $2k more than the 24s that were on sale. I'll probably buy the lock kit later when it's available.
Lock kits are out, I have the '25 door locks on my '24, dealer charged $500 installed.
@@texlee84 I'll have to check with the dealer. Canam's website still says coming soon
You did not even show all the storage on the defender like the arm rest and the storage above the gage
Good info in this vid. I can’t wait to test drive a 25 ranger. That new trans is a game changer.
Where I live most of the Polaris are gone and have been replaced by the defender HD9and HD10.
CanAm is the quieter machine, there's no comparison. I will agree that the CanAm shifter/transmission is "notchier" but it's a non-factor once moving. I can't possibly see how you find the Polaris interior "roomier" or better laid out, at best this is a wash between the two. The AC system on the CanAm is the clear winner as well, just ask any dealer, technician and/or owner, they have the better performing and more reliable HVAC system. The same goes for reliability, Polaris is lacking in this department. I have owned both brands, while I was once a Polaris fanboy I have moved over to CanAm for better reliability and resale. My only complaint with my '24 CanAm Defender Max Limited are the halogen headlights, sure the DRL/Signature light is a LED but they really should have put LED's for the hi/lo beams. I will be rectifying this with aftermarket LED bulbs.
It seems your Polaris bias heavily impacted your comparison but it's human nature to favor that of which you are invested so I can't fault you there. That said, you really should be comparing the same year models here as that puts the CanAm at a disadvantage in this shootout.
The 25 Defenders do have locking doors that must be a previous years model
Defender has 2 models also, limited and lone star. Along with 25’s having locking doors and the double door seal unlike 24’s. Might be a few other updates also but I can’t remember.
Tinted windows as well. @@rcvalley8706
Good comparison video however the 2025 Can Am has a few changes that the 24's don't have. The can am should have led headlights. I have looked at both and it seems like the can am interior is roomier overall. How much are the rebates on the Polaris currently?
2025 Can Am has door locks👍Also has factory tinted windows😎You can reset your service light thru the command center😂
I basically disagree with just about every point and decision you made, but good luck with your machine. I hope it treats you well.
Great video, do you find much of a difference in the cabs with allowing dust in?
Id much rather have the polaris
I also like the ride command in my Polaris
Did you forget about the Lone star edition
I was ready to buy the can am until I watched an oil change in both machines and I chose Polaris
They are both very nice machines. I looked at both but bought a 2023 hd9 dps cab defender . It’s a heated cab model no ac. I saved $8500 from the limited model . Polaris couldn’t come close in price. This machine was a huge upgrade from my 2017 can am commander (extremely loud engine noise) . I had to wear ear plugs and muffs which felt like I was at work . After a year and a half of ownership I still enjoyed the machine until I took my folks 1500 northstar ranger out for a ride lol. . Polaris has certainly upped their game.
How can you compare the Polaris 2025 to a defender 2024? 2025 Defender limited has all the same upgrades. I guess you are really biased. Don’t even do a comparison of different years.
His blatant bias was evident almost immediately.
Maybe it was what’s available?
None of these reviews ever do apples to apples another trash vid...reviewer is polaris biased
You don’t have to carry a defender to the dealer!! Learn before you speak!
Both need at least 40 more hp....
The locking door is nothing ply bar you are in
That logic applies to anything - why lock your car, or your house then? Honestly it’s nice, I drove my 25 Defender to the restaurant and left everything inside the cab and locked it. Love mine
At price of them who has that kind of toy money not me for sure
Get another job
Polaris transmissions don’t last!😢😢😢