Key Features

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Performance

Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) More »
Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC)
iTC’s throttle-by-wire set up improves throttle response, smoothes power delivery and ensure precision throttle control even in the roughest of terrain.
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85-hp Rotax 1000 engine More »
85-hp Rotax 1000 engine
Liquid-cooled, 8-valve Rotax 976cc V-twin pumps out a class-leading 85 horsepower.
71-hp Rotax 800R engine More »
71-hp Rotax 800R engine
This engine is the most powerful rec-utility side-by-side under 1000cc and the most fuel-efficient in its segment*.

Handling

214-mm ventilated disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers More »
214-mm ventilated disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers
Outboard disc brakes with 214-mm discs and twin-piston calipers. Large 214-mm outboard hydraulic disc brakes feature twin-piston callipers to provide superb stopping power.
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Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry More »
Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
The Can-Am Commander's double A-arm front suspension is designed with dive-control geometry that works to eliminate diving under heavy breaking and rough terrain.
Motion Control Shocks More »
Motion Control Shocks
This suspension features five-way, pre-load-adjustable motion control shocks with 10 in. (254 mm) of travel and large diameter shock bodies (1.4 in./36 mm) for better durability and better resistance to fading.
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11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance More »
11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance
For maximum performance in challenging terrain, the Commander has 11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance.
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Quick-ratio steering system (10.2:1) More »
Quick-ratio steering system (10.2:1)
A quicker steering ratio means more responsive handling with pinpoint accuracy and control.
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Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension with external sway bar More »
Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension with external sway bar
Exclusive to BRP, TTI eliminates scrub and camber changes by using proprietary geometry that places the pivot points ahead of the rear wheels.

Rider-focused design

Adjustable driver seat and tilt steering More »
Adjustable driver seat and tilt steering
Automotive-type adjustments, that require no tools and offer the driver superb comfort levels.
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Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™) More »
Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
The industry’s first standard anti-theft device.
Fits in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks More »
Fits in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks
The Commander family can fit in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks.
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625-W magneto More »
625-W magneto
This package provides a more powerful magneto with 625 watts of power output.
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Cockpit storage More »
Cockpit storage
The Can-Am Commander models feature 1,928 cu in of convenient and versatile cockpit storage space so you can take your essentials with you.
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2-in (5 cm). rear hitch receiver More »
2-in (5 cm). rear hitch receiver
Standard 2-in (5 cm). hitch receiver accommodates a tow vehicle’s towing bar.
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Quick-attach side nets More »
Quick-attach side nets
Located on both sides of the vehicle, side nets can be operated by one hand and won’t impair the occupants’ vision.
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Dual cup holders More »
Dual cup holders
Purpose-built for use off-road, twin cup holders feature integrated rubber flaps.
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Passenger handhold and grab bar More »
Passenger handhold and grab bar
The passenger handhold and grab bar provide a comfortable location for passenger’s to place their hands while riding off-road.
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240-W lighting More »
240-W lighting
The Can-Am Commander family of side-by-side vehicles features the industry’s best lighting system at 240 watts. Automotive-style projectors, on each side, run at 120 watts in low beam and 240 watts in high-beam mode.
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10 US gal (37,8 L) gas tank More »
10 US gal (37,8 L) gas tank
The industry’s largest fuel tank lets you ride longer and work harder.
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Removable free-standing seats More »
Removable free-standing seats
The freestanding Commander seats can be removed from the machine without tools.
Driver and passenger advanced ergonomics More »
Driver and passenger advanced ergonomics
The Can-Am Commander was designed with a more ergonomic seating and steering position than competitive side-by-sides.
Easy-to-use maintenance centre More »
Easy-to-use maintenance centre
Easily accessible and out of the elements under the hood, a centralized maintenance area allows access to the air box, radiator and coolant overflow. Fuses and relays are also easily accessible.
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2-in (5 cm). diameter ROPS-approved cage More »
2-in (5 cm). diameter ROPS-approved cage
ROPS-approved, 2-in (5 cm). steel cage that is fully approved using the Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) industry standard.
Industry’s exclusive Dual-level cargo box More »
Industry’s exclusive Dual-level cargo box
The industry’s most versatile and usable cargo box design has a 600-lb (272 kg) cargo capacity, dual storage levels, anti-rust box and tilt-assist dumping.

Specific to Package

27-in. (686 mm) Carlisle∞ Black Rock tires mounted on 12-in. black wheels More »
27-in. (686 mm) Carlisle∞ Black Rock tires mounted on 12-in. black wheels
Purpose-built, six-ply Carlisle Black Rock tyres mounted on 12-in. (305 mm) black wheels provide great traction and control in a wide variety of conditions
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Visco-Lok‡ auto-locking differential More »
Visco-Lok‡ auto-locking differential
Visco-Lok‡ automatically and progressively engages the front wheels for authentic 4x4 traction without the push of a button.

Performance

71-hp Rotax 800R engine More »
71-hp Rotax 800R engine
This engine is the most powerful rec-utility side-by-side under 1000cc and the most fuel-efficient in its segment*.
85-hp Rotax 1000 engine More »
85-hp Rotax 1000 engine
Liquid-cooled, 8-valve Rotax 976cc V-twin pumps out a class-leading 85 horsepower.
Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC) More »
Intelligent Throttle Control (iTC)
iTC’s throttle-by-wire set up improves throttle response, smoothes power delivery and ensure precision throttle control even in the roughest of terrain.
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Handling

11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance More »
11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance
For maximum performance in challenging terrain, the Commander has 11-in (279 mm). of ground clearance.
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Quick-ratio steering system (10.2:1) More »
Quick-ratio steering system (10.2:1)
A quicker steering ratio means more responsive handling with pinpoint accuracy and control.
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Motion Control Shocks More »
Motion Control Shocks
This suspension features five-way, pre-load-adjustable motion control shocks with 10 in. (254 mm) of travel and large diameter shock bodies (1.4 in./36 mm) for better durability and better resistance to fading.
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Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry More »
Double A-arm front suspension with dive-control geometry
The Can-Am Commander's double A-arm front suspension is designed with dive-control geometry that works to eliminate diving under heavy breaking and rough terrain.
Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension with external sway bar More »
Torsional Trailing arm Independent (TTI) rear suspension with external sway bar
Exclusive to BRP, TTI eliminates scrub and camber changes by using proprietary geometry that places the pivot points ahead of the rear wheels.
214-mm ventilated disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers More »
214-mm ventilated disc brakes with hydraulic twin-piston calipers
Outboard disc brakes with 214-mm discs and twin-piston calipers. Large 214-mm outboard hydraulic disc brakes feature twin-piston callipers to provide superb stopping power.
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Rider-focused design

Removable free-standing seats More »
Removable free-standing seats
The freestanding Commander seats can be removed from the machine without tools.
Easy-to-use maintenance centre More »
Easy-to-use maintenance centre
Easily accessible and out of the elements under the hood, a centralized maintenance area allows access to the air box, radiator and coolant overflow. Fuses and relays are also easily accessible.
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240-W lighting More »
240-W lighting
The Can-Am Commander family of side-by-side vehicles features the industry’s best lighting system at 240 watts. Automotive-style projectors, on each side, run at 120 watts in low beam and 240 watts in high-beam mode.
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Passenger handhold and grab bar More »
Passenger handhold and grab bar
The passenger handhold and grab bar provide a comfortable location for passenger’s to place their hands while riding off-road.
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Fits in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks More »
Fits in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks
The Commander family can fit in the bed of most full-size pickup trucks.
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Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™) More »
Digitally Encoded Security System (D.E.S.S.™)
The industry’s first standard anti-theft device.
2-in (5 cm). rear hitch receiver More »
2-in (5 cm). rear hitch receiver
Standard 2-in (5 cm). hitch receiver accommodates a tow vehicle’s towing bar.
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Adjustable driver seat and tilt steering More »
Adjustable driver seat and tilt steering
Automotive-type adjustments, that require no tools and offer the driver superb comfort levels.
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Industry’s exclusive Dual-level cargo box More »
Industry’s exclusive Dual-level cargo box
The industry’s most versatile and usable cargo box design has a 600-lb (272 kg) cargo capacity, dual storage levels, anti-rust box and tilt-assist dumping.
2-in (5 cm). diameter ROPS-approved cage More »
2-in (5 cm). diameter ROPS-approved cage
ROPS-approved, 2-in (5 cm). steel cage that is fully approved using the Rollover Protective Structures (ROPS) industry standard.
Cockpit storage More »
Cockpit storage
The Can-Am Commander models feature 1,928 cu in of convenient and versatile cockpit storage space so you can take your essentials with you.
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Quick-attach side nets More »
Quick-attach side nets
Located on both sides of the vehicle, side nets can be operated by one hand and won’t impair the occupants’ vision.
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Driver and passenger advanced ergonomics More »
Driver and passenger advanced ergonomics
The Can-Am Commander was designed with a more ergonomic seating and steering position than competitive side-by-sides.
625-W magneto More »
625-W magneto
This package provides a more powerful magneto with 625 watts of power output.
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Dual cup holders More »
Dual cup holders
Purpose-built for use off-road, twin cup holders feature integrated rubber flaps.
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10 US gal (37,8 L) gas tank More »
10 US gal (37,8 L) gas tank
The industry’s largest fuel tank lets you ride longer and work harder.
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Specific to Package

27-in. (686 mm) Carlisle∞ Black Rock tires mounted on 12-in. black wheels More »
27-in. (686 mm) Carlisle∞ Black Rock tires mounted on 12-in. black wheels
Purpose-built, six-ply Carlisle Black Rock tyres mounted on 12-in. (305 mm) black wheels provide great traction and control in a wide variety of conditions
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Visco-Lok‡ auto-locking differential More »
Visco-Lok‡ auto-locking differential
Visco-Lok‡ automatically and progressively engages the front wheels for authentic 4x4 traction without the push of a button.
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