2026 Kawasaki Ridge HVAC Base
Exterior Colors:
- Year 2026
- Make Kawasaki
- Model Ridge HVAC
2026 Kawasaki Ridge HVAC
Kawasaki RIDGE side by sides raise the standard for those who demand versatile all-season confidence and superior build quality. Power comes from a groundbreaking 999cc Kawasaki-built in-line 4-cylinder engine, delivering performance you can count on—on the job and beyond.
Features may include:
- Factory-standard full cab with heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC)
- Full doors with powered glass windows
- NEW Front stabiliser (sway) bar
- Updated CVT settings offer quieter engine operation
- Enhanced cabin sound dampening helps minimise unwanted noise
- NEW Lower seat height and optimised driver ergonomics
- Adjustable driver’s seat with 62.5 mm (2.5") range
- Ladder-type frame fortified with high-strength material
- Selectable 4WD with locking front/rear differential
- 30" tires with 14" aluminum wheels
- Detachable tailgate, 3-side accessible cargo bed
Engine
Engine Type
999cc, liquid-cooled, 4-stroke, DOHC 4-valve-per-cylinder in-line four
Bore
73.4 mm
Stroke
59.0 mm
Engine Power
86.5 kW* {118 PS*} / 8,500 rpm (*This vehicle’s engine output was measured according to ISO standard 4106.)
Engine Torque
100 Nm {10.2 kgfm} / 8,000 rpm
Compression Ratio
10.6:1
Fuel System
Fuel injection: ø52 mm x 1
Ignition
Digital
Lubrication
Forced lubrication, wet sump
Starter
Electric
Drivetrain
Transmission
Dual-range (high/low) CVT with reverse
Final Drive
2WD/4WD, shaft, dual-mode front/rear differential
Steering
Rack and pinion with Electric Power
Chassis
Frame Type
Ladder type, tubular steel
Suspension
Front Suspension
Double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Double wishbone
Brakes
Parking Brake
Dual discs (mechanical)
Front braking system
Dual discs with two-piston calipers
Rear braking system
Dual discs with single-piston calipers
Wheels & Tires
Front Tire
30 x 10.00R14 8PR
Rear Tire
30 x 10.00R14 8PR
Front Wheel Travel
323 mm (12.7 in)
Rear Wheel Travel
322 mm (12.7 in)
Tire Tread Thickness, Front
1,360 mm (53.5 in)
Tire Tread Thickness, Rear
1,360 mm (53.5 in)
Dimensions
Overall Vehicle Size (LxWxH)
3,185 x 1,625 x 2,090 mm (125.4 x 64.0 x 82.3 in)
Bed Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
Cargo: 880 x 1,245 x 325 mm (34.6 x 49.0 x 12.8 in)
Rake/trail
4.3° / -
Seat Height
915 mm (36.0 in)
Wheelbase
2,305 mm (90.7 in)
Turning Radius
4.5 m (14.8 ft)
Steering Angle, Left
44° (IN) / 30° (OUT)
Steering Angle, Right
30° (OUT) / 44° (IN)
Capacities
Fuel Capacity
49 litres
Cargo Capacity
Bed: 453 kg (1,000 lb)
Seating Capacity
3
Load Capacity, Land
578* kg (1,274 lb) (*Max. permissible load figures for speeds up to 69 km/h. Above 69 km/h, max. permissible load is 195 kg (430 lb).)
Towing Capacity
1,134 kg (2,500 lb)
Weights
Curb Weight
949 kg (2,092 lb)
Estimated Dry Weight (lbs./kgs.)
901 kg (1,986 lb)
Color
Colors
Metallic Matte Whitish Beige | Metallic Bluish Gray
Lights and Safety
Lighting
2x LED headlights, 2x accent lights
Features
Features
Road Clearance: 350/370 mm (standard/max preload) (13.8/14.6 in (standard/max preload))
Instrumentation
7” high-grade full-colour TFT LCD screen with speedometer, tachometer, fuel gauge, gear indicator (L, H, N, R), Driving Mode (2WD/4WD/4WD+Diff Lock), Power Mode (Work/Normal/Sport), clock, CVT temperature; selectable display that includes: digital tachometer, odometer, dual trip meters, total time, trip time, average speed, water temperature, battery voltage; Bluetooth indicator, Economical Riding Indicator, maintenance reminder (2 driver-selectable reminders), and a range of indicators and warning lamps
Warranty
Warranty
36 months | Kawasaki Protection Plus: 12 / 24 / 36 / 48 months