2026 Can-Am Defender XT Cab HD11 XT CAB HD11

Key Specifications

Feature Detail

Engine

95 hp, 999cc, liquid-cooled, triple-cylinder Rotax ACE engine with 70 ft-lb of torque

Transmission

pDrive primary and Quick Response System X (QRS-X) CVT transmission

Drive Train

Selectable Turf Mode / 2WD / 4WD with Quick-4Lok auto-locking front differential

Horsepower

95 HP

Towing Capacity

2,500 lb (1,134 kg)

Payload Capacity

1,200 lb (545 kg)

Cargo Box Capacity

1,000 lb (454 kg)

Suspension

12 in. (30.5 cm) travel, arched double A-arm front and rear suspension with twin-tube gas-charged shocks

Ground Clearance

14 in. (35.6 cm)

Winch

4,500 lb (2,041 kg) winch with synthetic cable

Dimensions (L x W x H)

129.8 x 65 x 81 in. (330 x 165 x 206 cm)

Features and Comfort

The 2026 Can-Am Defender XT Cab HD11 is designed for year-round utility and comfort with a fully enclosed, sealed cab and an advanced HVAC climate system.

1. Cab & Interior: Features full color-matched doors with power windows, a fixed full-glass windshield with a wiper kit, and a rear clear glass window. The interior includes an adjustable driver's seat and a 40/20/40 bolster bench seat with flip-up passenger seats for added storage.
2. Technology: The dash features a 4.5 in. wide digital display standard, with an optional 10.25 in. touchscreen display that supports an integrated backup camera on equipped models.
3. Protection: Includes a heavy-duty front bumper, full hard roof with liner, mudguards, and a full heavy-duty HMW plastic skid plate for protection in tough conditions.
4. Ease of Maintenance: New features for 2026 include easier access to service points and sealed bushings on suspension components, which eliminate the need for routine greasing.