Spec Comparison

John Deere Gator XUV560 vs. POLARIS RANGER ETX

A straight, spec-by-spec look for gator buyers across Ohio and Indiana. The numbers are only half the decision.

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Is the John Deere Gator XUV560 right for you?

The Customer who's looking at the XUV560 is usually someone who needs a dependable, no-fuss utility vehicle for property work, a hobby farm, or a large yard. They want something that handles everyday hauling and towing without overcomplicating the experience. The Ranger ETX does carry a power and towing advantage on paper, and its suspension travel is a bit longer front and rear. We won't pretend otherwise. But here's what we'd point out: the XUV560's cargo box is actually wider than the Ranger's, giving you more usable bed space side to side, and the towing capacity at 1,100 lb covers the vast majority of what this class of Customer is pulling around the property.

Where the XUV560 really separates itself is the four-wheel drive system. A dash-lever actuated 4WD with a limited-slip front differential and a locking rear differential gives you genuine mechanical traction control in the conditions that matter, not just a switch that hopes for the best. That's a meaningful real-world difference when you're in mud or on a slope.

Beyond the specs, you're buying into Koenig's service network across Indiana and Ohio, genuine John Deere parts on the shelf, and a team that knows this machine inside and out. Come talk with us and we'll make sure it's the right fit for your property.

SpecificationJohn Deere Gator XUV560POLARIS RANGER ETX
Engine power11.9* kW 16 hp23* kW 31 hp
Cargo box dimensions82L x 120.9W x 29.7D (0.25 m3) cm 32.3L x 47.6W x 11.7D (8.9 ft3) in.81L x 107W x 29D (0.25 m3) cm 32L x 42W x 11.5D (8.9 ft3) in.
Cargo box capacity (weight)181 kg 400 lb227 kg 500 lb
Towing capacity1100 lb 499 kg680 kg 1500 lb
Front suspensionFully independent dual A-Arm with adjustable coil over shocks, 8 in. (203 mm) travel, Anti-roll barIndependent, Mac-Pherson strut, 9 in. (228 mm) travel
Rear suspensionFully independent with lower H-arm and upper camber link with adjustable coil over shocks, 8 in. (203 mm) travelIndependent, Dual A-Arm, 10 in. (254 mm) travel
Final driveHigh, Low, Neutral, Reverse TransaxleHigh, Low, Neutral, Reverse, Park Transaxle
Four wheel driveDash lever actuated four-wheel drive system with limited slip front differential, plus locking rear differentialSwitch activated AWD
Fuel capacity18.5 L 4.9 U.S. gal.34 L 9 U.S. gal.

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The spec sheet is only half the decision

People buy an experience and a partner they trust, not just a machine. With Koenig you also get:

  • Performance Edge maintenance — scheduled service, multi-point inspections, genuine John Deere parts, priority scheduling; the 4-year plan adds a year of warranty.
  • Parts and service ecosystem — genuine parts, warranty support, certified technicians, and online scheduling.
  • Total cost of ownership — John Deere durability, resale value, and uptime often win over the life of the machine.
  • A local partner across Ohio and Indiana — a team you can build a relationship around for the life of the equipment.
Specifications are subject to change and were accurate at time of publication. Engine power for non-Deere machines is provided by that engine manufacturer. See your local Koenig Equipment store for complete details.
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