Is the John Deere Gator XUV 825M Gas right for you?
Most Customers looking at the XUV 825M are running a working property, whether that's a farm, a large acreage, or a commercial operation where the machine needs to haul real loads and handle rough ground without beating up the driver. The Gator wins that conversation pretty clearly on cargo: 1,000 lb of box capacity versus 350 lb on the Mule Pro-FXT is not a close comparison. If you're moving feed bags, tools, or harvest materials, that difference shows up every single day. The 825M also edges out the Kawasaki on engine power at 52 hp versus 50, and the fully independent dual A-arm suspension front and rear, with 8 and 9 inches of travel respectively and adjustable coils, gives you a noticeably smoother ride over uneven terrain than a standard double wishbone setup.
The Mule Pro-FXT does pull ahead on towing at 2,000 lb versus 1,500 lb, and it carries slightly more fuel. Those are real numbers and worth knowing. But for most Customers, the cargo capacity advantage and the on-demand true four-wheel drive system on the Gator tip the balance, especially when you factor in Koenig's parts availability and service support across Indiana and Ohio keeping your machine running when it matters.
If you want to walk through how the 825M fits your specific operation, our team at any of our stores across Indiana and Ohio is glad to talk it through with you.
| Specification | John Deere Gator XUV 825M Gas | KAWASAKI MULE PRO-FXT |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power | 39* kW 52* hp | 37 kW 50 hp |
| Cargo box dimensions | 1143 x 304.8 x 1320 mm 45 x 12 x 52 in. | 55.9 x 136 x 28 cm 22 x 53.7 x 11 in. |
| Cargo box capacity (weight) | 454 kg 1000 lb | 159 kg 350 lb |
| Towing capacity | 1500 lb 680 kg | 907 kg 2000 lb |
| Front suspension | Fully independent dual A-arm with adjustable coils; 8 inches (203 mm) of travel | Double Wishbone |
| Rear suspension | Fully independent dual A-arm with adjustable coils and sway bar; 9 inches (228.6 mm) of travel | Double Wishbone |
| Final drive | Two speed, oil bath | F,N, R |
| Four wheel drive | On-demand true four-wheel drive system | Shaft Selectable |
| Fuel capacity | 7.3 U.S. gal. 27.6 L | 29.9 L 7.9 U.S. gal. |
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